If There Are Only 7 Family Hikes You Ever Take In Southern California, Follow These Easy Trails
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Natasha Kayes
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Between the beautiful weather and the diverse landscape – from beaches to mountains to deserts – Southern California is a hiker’s paradise. It may seem that hiking is an endurance sport only suitable only for the super-fit athletic type, but these seven easy hikes in Southern California prove that there are trails for everyone. Grab the kids, some sunscreen, your walking shoes, and a camera, and start checking these hiking trails off your list.
Abalone Cove Reserve, 5970 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, USA
This mile-long trail on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is an easy and scenic hike any time of year. With a gorgeous rocky beach and tide pools to explore, beach hiking doesn't get much better than Abalone Cove Trail.
15101 Lancaster Rd, Lancaster, CA 93536, USA
California poppies are an amazing sight when they bloom across this flatland preserve. The best time to see them in all their glory is from March through May, though the park is open year-round. There are approximately eight miles of trails throughout the Poppy Reserve. This is definitely a photo-worthy place to explore.
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38523 CA-18, Big Bear, CA 92314, USA
Approximately two and a half miles long, this trail is one of the most popular hikes in the San Bernardino National Forest. Hikers on Castle Rock Trail are rewarded with stunning views of Big Bear Lake below.
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Heart Rock, 250 CA-138, Crestline, CA 92325, USA
Follow the easy trek along a creek and past a few small waterfalls to this well-known spot with a 15-foot waterfall beside a heart-shaped hole in the rock. Make sure you bring a camera to take advantage of the fun photo ops at Heart Rock.
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, 12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
This flat trail in Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve takes you on a peaceful walk through wild-growing trees, plants, and flowers to the edge of cliffs with incredible views of San Diego's coastline. Enjoy some of the prettiest views in Southern California on Razor Point Trail.
Red Cliffs Natural Area, CA-14, California, USA
This easy loop trail provides views of spectacular rock formations that few people know exist in California. The loop is under one mile but there are several smaller trails so you can explore even more of Red Rock Canyon State Park.
200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004, USA
This relatively easy hike may feel like a plain dry desert, but as if it belongs in a storybook or cartoon, the trail leads to a real-life oasis, complete with palm trees and a small waterfall. You don't want to miss this treat at Borrego Palm Canyon. Keep your eyes open - you may even see a bighorn sheep!
Have you been on any of these easy, family-friendly hikes in Southern California? Tell us your favorite trail in the comments.
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