Maple Canyon (San Diego) Location: Maple St., San Diego. From the south, take I-5 to the W. Hawthorn St. exit (17a). Merge onto W. Hawthorn
Category: Rating: 1-3
Nature walks and hikes near the urban edge. Best as an introduction to L.A. area hiking, and for people who live or work close by. Probably disappointing for veteran hikers, but should not be overlooked. After all, an average day hiking is better than a good day at the office.
Sea Summit Trail (San Clemente)
Sea Summit Trail (San Clemente) Location: Pico Park, San Clemente. From the north, take the 5 Freeway to Avenida Vista Hermosa (exit 77). Turn right
Blair Park to Shandin Hills (San Bernardino)
Blair Park to Shandin Hills (San Bernardino) Location: Blair Park, 1466 W. Marshall Blvd., San Bernardino. From the 210 Freeway, take the H St. exit
Navajo Canyon (San Diego)
Navajo Canyon (San Diego) Location: Alvarado Canyon Road and Adobe Falls Road, San Diego. From I-8, take exit 9 for Waring Rd. Head north on
Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park
Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park Location: 6075 Kimball Ave., Chino. From the 71 Expressway, take the Soquel Canyon/Central Ave. exit. Head north on Central
Northwest Open Space (San Juan Capistrano)
Northwest Open Space (San Juan Capistrano) Location: 30291 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. From the south, take I-5 to the Junipero Serra exit (83). Turn