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Chiquito Falls is a quiet spot tucked away in Cleveland National Forest, best seen after some rain when the water flows at its strongest. The trail leading there is rugged but worth it for the peaceful vibe and the scenic surroundings. It's a great excuse to explore more of the forest and soak up some natural beauty.

Getting to this well hidden waterfall is a great short adventure. The trail is fun and you will see lots of vegetation – at least for the California desert.

The Black Star Falls cascade down the rugged cliffs, forming a breathtaking natural spectacle. While the falls aren't far from the road, the terrain necessitates leaving your bike behind and continuing the journey on foot.

The Black Star Falls cascade down the rugged cliffs, forming a breathtaking natural spectacle. While the falls aren't far from the road, the terrain necessitates leaving your bike behind and continuing the journey on foot.

Nestled among the San Mateo Wilderness, Teneja Falls is a stunning location after a wet winter with enough precipitation to keep the waterfall flowing. The best time of the year to pay the falls a visit is therefore spring and sometimes early summer. In autumn expect the waterfall to be dry.

Black Star Canyon is home to the Black Star Falls, a natural waterfall thats in the Santa Ana Mountains of eastern Orange County. The water for the falls is from the watershed of the Santa Ana River. This area is dog friendly and very popular. In this area there are turkey vultures, Pacific tree frogs, Mexican free-tailed bats. There are also a few types of snakes including the harmless striped garter snakes, and venomous Southern Pacific rattlesnakes.

Nestled among the San Mateo Wilderness, Teneja Falls is a stunning location after a wet winter with enough precipitation to keep the waterfall flowing. The best time of the year to pay the falls a visit is therefore spring and sometimes early summer. In autumn expect the waterfall to be dry.

Getting to this well hidden waterfall is a great short adventure for you and your family. The hike is easy and fun and you will see lots of vegetation – at least for the California desert.