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Santiago Oaks Regional Park: Take a Hike Today

March 13, 2014 by

Santiago Oaks Regional Park, tucked away in East Orange, boasts over 1700 acres of scenic parkland just minutes from downtown. The park offers scenic views along several trails of varying length and difficulty level, making it popular for families and hikers of all ages. In addition to the hiking trails, the park is home to a nature center that offers educational programs on weekends, and park rangers lead various walks and activities throughout the year. The park has many amenities, including an amphitheater, barbeques, picnic areas, a playground, and a scenic overlook. Additionally, several trails are suitable for bicycles or equestrians, and the park allows dogs on leashes. Regular visitors love the serenity and quiet of Santiago Oaks, as the park rarely feels crowded or overrun, truly allowing visitors to relax and connect to their natural surroundings. For views of the local scenery and a peaceful hike, head to Santiago Oaks Regional Park.

Santiago Oaks Regional Park
2145 Windes Drive
Orange, CA 92869
(714) 973-6620

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Santa Ana River Trail: Feel the Breeze

February 6, 2013 by

The 43-mile Santa Ana River Trail has been decades in the making, but residents and visitors in the Orange area now can include 24 miles of the trail as a local place to get their recreation. The trail will eventually be expanded to a 110-mile parkway leading from the San Bernardino Mountains to the Pacific Ocean alongside the Santa Ana River. The paved trailway provides opportunity for pedestrians, bicyclists, equestrians, and runners to enjoy the natural beauty of Orange County leading to and along the coast. The parkway includes sport fields, bird watching spots, and beachfront activities along a relatively flat stretch of the trail. Cyclists caution that the winds blowing off the ocean can be quite strong, but admit this can provide pleasant relief on hot days. Regular visitors note that the trail can be secluded in some areas and advise that visitors stay in groups for safety, or visit primarily during mid-day hours.

Santa Ana River Trail
W. Orangewood Avenue
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 555-5555

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A Green Oasis in Orange County: Fullerton Arboretum

April 10, 2012 by

Arboretums don’t get as much respect as they should, but in this increasingly citified world they can provide a real oasis from modern life. The Fullerton Arboretum, located on the corner of the Cal State Fullerton campus, has become a popular destination for Orange County residents to visit and relax. Taking up 26 acres of property with a wide variety of plant types, the Arboretum features four major collections to explore—a desert biome, a Mediterranean sampling, a recreation of the natural woodland areas, and a cultivated garden. Walk through the orange groves and feel free to pick fruit off of the ground and eat it—it’s a local snacking tradition. The park also encompasses the Orange County Agricultural and Nikkei Heritage Museum, where you can explore the farming history of the area with special attention to the contributions of Japanese immigrants, as well as the Heritage House, a transplanted 1890s residence that is open for tours on Saturdays and Sundays from 2 – 4 p.m.

Fullerton Arboretum
1900 Associated Road
Fullerton, CA 92831
(657) 278-3407
www.fullertonarboretum.org

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