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   Short Hikes, Huge Views

   Do good views always require big hikes? Nahhh! These three trails offer fantastic visual rewards in 5 miles or less.

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   Beach You to It

   It's not too soon to put some spring in your step with these Malibu hikes and beaches. Bu-yeah!

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   Adventure Plan for Palomar

   There’s a beautiful new trail at Palomar Arboretum, starry night camping on Palomar Mountain, and a panoramic lookout in Palomar State Park

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   Take the Exit to the Best of the San Francisco Peninsula

   The San Francisco Peninsula is proof that some of Northern California’s greatest surprises are hiding just off Highway 101. All you have to do is take the exit.

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   Romancing SoCal

   Some of the best dates are in the great outdoors. So show this to the one(s) you love and get out there!

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   Winter Wander Falls

   Short hike to a waterfall? Water you waiting for! These three hikes have some sweet features that go with their flow.

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   Small Towns, Big Adventures

   Three small-town explorations for you that include waterfalls, murals, and fabulous vista hikes.

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   Desert Dream Trip

   Joshua Tree National Park is stunning in winter. Our top recommendations on exploring this dreamy desertscape in two days.

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   Short Hikes to Iconic LA Views

   You don’t have to climb to epic heights or hike great lengths to get stellar panoramas of iconic Los Angeles.

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    Lookout Adventures

    Some of the best views are from high atop a fire lookout. Here are three to put on your bucket list.

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    Classic Peak Hikes

    Get 2020 vision when you conquer any of these three classic SoCal peak hikes.

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    Top 10 of 2019

    It's our last issue of 2019, and that means our Top 10 edition on the outdoor adventures you liked most this past year.

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    Fa La La Outside

    Get into the holiday spirit by getting outdoors. Whether you’ve got friends and family in tow, or you’re just looking for a solo breather, these are classic SoCal outings for the holidays.

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    The Coast Is Clear

    Go hike the hills, paddle to a lighthouse, and explore coastal caves near the classic beach town of Avila Beach.

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15. 
    Sponsored

    2026-06-03

    Take the Exit to the Best of the San Francisco Peninsula

    The San Francisco Peninsula is proof that some of Northern California’s greatest surprises are hiding just off Highway 101. All you have to do is take the exit.

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    Weather or Not: Holiday Outdoors

    Don't let the wet weather put a damper on your holiday plans. Here are some fun and easy ways to find holiday cheer (like beer!) and seek shelter if needed.

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    Everyone Outdoors for Thanksgiving!

    Happy Thanksgiving! Southern California has a bounty of beautiful outdoors to explore, from easy urban walks exploring architecture, to hiking up and down canyon ladders. Here are some great ways to adventure over the holiday.

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    Desert Holiday

    After the Thanksgiving dessert ... desert! With the holiday season coming in hot, do a different kind of turkey trot. Head to the desert. Here are few good ways to spend the upcoming holiday.

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    Gold Rush

    Who says there’s no fall in SoCal? Ours lasts right on through November! We have leafy trees, perfect weather ... and we have three hikes that are fall-out gorgeous.

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    Autumn Wonders

    Full moons, starry night campsites, art walks, and iconic hikes ... autumn in SoCal brings plenty of places to wander and ponder. Here are few to take you through the season.

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    Haunted Hikes

    In the spirit of Halloween, we give you some haunted hikes. Who ghosts there? Find out on these three boo-tiful hikes.

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    Coast Into Fall

    The heat is on. So cool down, courtesy of the coast. From Back Bay biking with birds to an art walk with a short coastline hike nearby, and a classic stairway hike to the sand and sea.

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