
By VacationIdea Dream Vacation Magazine
Orange County is blessed with great weather and spectacular diverse natural surroundings that range from mountain ranges to the coast of the Pacific, so it's no wonder that hikers have a huge number of opportunities to explore nature, challenge their fitness, and enjoy magnificent views. Many trails start in the urban areas and quickly bring hikers to a completely different world of peace with nothing but the sound of birds and the wind. Most trails are open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders.
1. Quail Hill Trailhead

The Quail Hill trailhead is located at one end of Sand Canyon Road and this is where the Quail Hill Loop Trail starts. This moderately difficult 9-mile dirt trail goes up the Quail Hill through the scenic wilderness area and you will quickly gain 1,702 feet in elevation. The view from the top of the hill goes all the way to Palos Verdes. You can bring your dog on the leash. Browse girls weekend getaways
34 Shady Canyon, Irvine, CA 92603
2. Ridgeline Trail

3.Sitton Peak Trail

Sitton Peak, CA 92530
4.Panhe Nature Trail

Panhe Nature Trail, CA 92058
5.Chiquito Falls Trail

The Chiquito Trail to Chiquito Falls is an 8.7-mile intermediately difficult loop trail located near Lake Elsinore. You will gain almost 3,000 feet in elevation, but you will see not only Chiquito Falls, which are your turnaround point, but also the smaller San Juan Falls on the way. The trailhead is located near the Candy Store on the Ortega Highway, where you need to purchase a nature pass since you will be hiking through the Cleveland National Forest. The trail up to the San Juan Falls is often busy since it is so close to the highway, but the rest of the way to the Chiquito Falls goes through the lovely shady oak forest and you will enjoy the peace and quiet.
34040 Ortega Hwy, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530