Cleveland National Forest

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West Horsethief Canyon to Trabuco Peak: Third highest peak in the Santa Ana Mountains

June 30, 2011

Shaded and cool at the bottom, but a serious climb at the top! Not the most scenic peak we’ve climbed, but the trail along the creek is beautiful, and standing on top of a new peak always gives you a sense of accomplishment.

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Bear Canyon-Bear Ridge Loop: A nice hike on a nice day

March 23, 2011
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Not the most scenic or most exciting hike, but on a pleasantly cool late Winter or early Spring day, the Bear Canyon-Bear Ridge Loop makes a nice 7 mile hike through an interesting variety of terrain and habitat in the Cleveland National Forest.

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A very short (but not necessarily easy) hike to Ortega Falls

March 20, 2011
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A very short, but not really easy, hike off the Ortega Highway in the Cleveland National Forest to some great waterfalls and pools.

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Holy Jim Falls, one of Orange County’s best known hikes

February 7, 2011
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This easy scenic 2.8 mile historic hike to a waterfall makes Holy Jim Trail one of the most popular hikes in Orange County. Dog-friendly and kid-friendly, best in the spring season.

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A short family-friendly hike to Tenaja Falls

May 26, 2010
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A short 1.4 mile (300 foot elevation gain) hike to Tenaja Falls in the San Mateo Wilderness Area in southern California. Definitely best hiked after a rainy season.

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