Ideal for shorter, scenic hikes, Red Rock Trail in Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park offers incredible red sandstone formations, moderate difficulty, and scenic views. Stunning, though trails can be hot and dusty.
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 …
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.
Santiago Peak is the highest point in Orange County. From the top you get views of the Trabuco District canyonlands, as well as Mt. St. Gorgonius, Mt. San Jacinto, Mt. San Antonio and the Sprawl of the Inland Empire.
Bell Ridge crests out here, and you get sweeping views of the Santa Ana Mountains as well as glimpses of the ocean. This is a great landmark if you are venturing on to Los Pinos Peak.