Big Wild Hikes

Get ready for a highlight reel of all that's wild and wondrous in Southern California: This 11-mile (round-trip) loop hike in Orange County's Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park showcases some of SoCal's best in wilderness. Begin at a native plant garden featuring colorful int

Desert to mountain terrain and beautiful scenery that changes around every corner. One of the best ways to explore the vast landscape known as California's Outdoor Playground just east of LA is on two wheels, thanks to an exceptional network of bike trails offering something for

Crystal Cove State Park in Orange County is prized for its glistening beaches, but there's also 2,400 acres of backcountry, including a 9-mile hike (or mountain bike) to a high point that rewards with gorgeous coastal scenery. Begin at the trailhead just past El Moro Elementary S

Hike to a new point of view, and find a hidden labyrinth too! Tucked in the urban sprawl of Carlsbad is Lake Calavera Preserve, with trails criss-crossing the terrain, including a 4-mile loop leading to a panoramic vista, rock formations, and an oasis.