Moderate Hikes

Hiking Santiago Oaks Regional Park to Irvine Regional Park — The Short Loop

February 14, 2012

A relatively easy 5 mile hike between Santiago Oaks and Irvine Regional Parks, two of our favorites. Hot in the summer, but great wildflowers in spring.

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A Long Walk on the Beach — El Capitan to Refugio in Santa Barbara

January 13, 2012

A great walk or hike along the beach and bluffs between El Capitan and Refugio State Beaches in Santa Barbara. 6 miles round-trip with stunning views.

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Our favorite hikes of 2011

January 4, 2012

On December 30th, Jeff and I met (slightly surpassing) our goal to hike 200 miles in 2011. We have trekked through some pretty spectacular scenery this past year, all of varying difficulty, topography, climates and ecosystems. These stand out as our absolute favorites of 2011.

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Hiking the Seven Falls Trail in Santa Barbara

December 20, 2011

Seven Falls is one of the most popular hikes in Santa Barbara, and for good reason–the series of falls and pools make it a scenic place to swim or relax on a sunny rock.

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Powder Canyon in Rowland Heights: A short, scenic hike in the middle of everywhere!

December 2, 2011

Powder Canyon in the hills between Whittier, Puente, and Brea, is a short and scenic hike in an urban setting with a wilderness feel that is great on a cool, crisp day.

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Stoddard Peak — Beautiful Fall foliage hiking in Southern California

November 27, 2011

Stoddard Peak below Mount Baldy is a nice hike on any cool, clear day, but it is especially nice during the fall, when the colors are great!

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Laurel Falls: A short scenic family-friendly hike in the Smokies

November 14, 2011

Although one of the most popular and crowded hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this short 2.6 mile scenic hike is worth the crowds.

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Celebrating 5 years of the Irvine Ranch as a National Natural Landmark with a private tour to Limestone Canyon and the Sinks

October 10, 2011

The 9.9 mile loop we took on this bloggers’ tour would make an excellent trail to hike or bike to see the key highlights of Limestone Canyon Wilderness Area.

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Exploring Mammoth: Hiking to Devil’s Postpile and Rainbow Falls

August 28, 2011

Devil’s Postpile to Rainbow Falls is the classic Mammoth area hike, featuring waterfalls, wildflowers and cool volcanic geological features. If you only have time for one hike, this is the one to do.

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