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Muth Interpretive Center and Upper Newport Bay for Families

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The Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center is right across from the Central Orange Coast YMCA and part of the Upper Newport Bay.  I wish the center was there during my college days as a Y lifeguard and swim instructor. I would have spent a lot of time there!  The views are incredible and there’s [...]

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Bus It to Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor

Doheny State Beach

Doheny State Beach near Dana Point Harbor is one of my favorite spots in Orange County. We like to hang out at the harbor for breakfast, walks, and visits to the Ocean Institute. I always seem to be walking through Doheny State Beach or driving past it on my way to the harbor.  Lots of [...]

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Wieder Regional Park: Futuristic Structures in a Natural Setting

Wieder Regional Park

The Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park playground area is just a preview of what will one day be a 106 acre regional park. See OCParks.com for more information on its future.  In case you’re curious, Ms. Wieder was the first woman on the Orange County Board of Supervisors and served as mayor of Huntington Beach. [...]

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Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve – PCH Entrance

Bolsa Chica

It was almost a year ago that I posted Bolsa Chica Wetlands. I’d been wanting to explore more of the Ecological Reserve ever since I read this post about it on Alive in Wonderland. Last year, we visited the interpretive center and took a hike to the heron nesting ground. My son was calling it [...]

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Lantern Bay Park: Harbor Lights and Sunset Barbecues

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Lantern Bay Park, located on a bluff overlooking Dana Point Harbor and the coast, is a favorite for its sea breezes and proximity to the beach. Perfect for family barbecues and larger gatherings, too. It’s located across from the Laguna Cliffs Marriott with its distinctive red roof. There’s a long staircase leading from the harbor [...]

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