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Crystal
Cove State Beach - The Park has 3.5 miles
of beach and 2,000 acres of woodland. Crystal Cove
is home to the historic Crystal Cove Cottages which are
rented out first come first serve.
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K1
Racing Indoor Go Karts - Looking for some excitement
close to home then give these zero emission electric karts
a try.
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Little
Saigon - Located in Westminster this three
square mile area has hundreds of restaurants and shops
to explore. This is largest area of Vietnamese stores outside
of Vietnam and a very interesting day trip.
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Aliso & Wood
Canyon - Hiking, equestrian, and mountain
biking this park has it all. Home
of the Orange County Natural History Museum.
Great for a family hike along the valley floor.
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Mile
Square Park - Three golf courses, tennis courts,
soccer fields, baseball diamonds and picnic areas. Great
place to take the kids for a bike ride. Popular with runners
doing the four mile loop.
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Nixon
Library - The nine acre Library & Birthplace
is a three-dimensional walk-through memoir featuring a
52,000 square foot museum. Sounds boring but the Nixon
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Fullerton
Arboretum - The Fullerton Arboretum, a 26-acre
botanical garden with an ecologically arranged collection
of plants from around the world. Gift shop and plant store.
You will be amazed that such a beautiful place can be found
in the city.
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Nix
Nature Center - Gateway for recreational
users to explore a vast network of linked trails throughout
the Laguna Coast Wilderness park. Parking lot fills up
fast on weekends plan on arriving early to get a spot.
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Mission
San Juan Capistrano - Mission San Juan Capistrano,
the Birthplace of Orange County, was founded more than
two hundred years ago. The historic mission and surrounding
gardens are a must see in OC.
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San
Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary - 300 acre sanctuary
has more than ten miles of trails. Freshwater holding
ponds and and seasonal meadows/marshes. Nice place for a family hike or bird
watching.
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Upper
Newport Bay - Ecological
Reserve of 752 acres. The Bay is an important stopover
for migrating birds. The back bay loop is very popular
with hikers, runners and bike riders. You can drive your
car on the one way road.
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Muth
Interpretive Center - Built into the bluffs
over looking Newport Back Bay. The center offers hands
on exhibits and breathing taking views. Great place for
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Irvine
Regional Park & Zoo - Irvine
Park has a rich history, and contains some of the oldest
Coast Live Oaks in Orange County. Train and boat rides
for the kids. Great family fun in Orange County.
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The
Great Park of Orange County
When complete the great Park will have 1,749 acres, making it larger than New
York's Central Park. Spring 2008 will be first chance to ride the Great Balloon.
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Great
Park Balloon Ride Irvine - Climb aboard
the 30 passenger gondola and take a ride 500 feet in
the air. The birds eye view will give visitors a view
of the Great Park as it is being built. Call ahead before
you go.
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Stanley
Ranch - Operated by the Garden Grove Historical
Society a collection of buildings and a Museum. One of
the most interesting buildings is the Walt Disney Studio
Garage.
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Farmer's
Markets - Fun
way to spend a half day shopping for fresh produce and
other items. You can find one of these markets open just
about any day of the week.
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O'Neill
Regional Park - Situated in beautiful Trabuco
and Live Oak Canyons the park offers day hiking and biking
and also over night camping.
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Dana
Point Harbor - Numerous restaurants and
stores, the Ocean Institute with it's tall ship replica.
Whale watching and fishing trips.
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Shipley
Nature Center
18-acre fenced natural area within Huntington Beach Central Park.The Nature Center
includes 4,000 feet of trails that meander through several habitats
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Sherman
Library & Gardens - A 2.2 acre Corona
del Mar horticultural retreat. The Gardens provide a
museum of living plants, displayed amidst a setting of
immaculate gardens, seasonal
flowers and bubbling tile fountains.
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Modjeska
Historic House
The
Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens was the home of the
world-renowned Shakespearean actress Helen Modjeska.
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Romona
Adobe
An official museum featuring the history of the Santa Ana Canyon from 1769 to
present. The Adobe is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from
10 a.m.
to 11:00 a.m. (714)973-3190
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Newport
Beach Harbor Cruise - 45 and 90 minute narrated
harbor cruises of Newport Bay. Adult fares are $14.00
for the 45 minute tour, kids under 12 are $7.00 under
5 are free
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