Take a Hike!

I'm a big fan of outdoor activity now, but when I was 13, the optima of my "fat stage", never  did I ever think I'd enjoy the great out doors. Well if you're anything like me now, definitely not like my 13 year old self, you like to adventure with your girlfriends or boy toy, maybe like getting a little sweaty, or maybe you just like breathing in that fresh air. What ever it is these spots are too great to miss out on in the OC. 

1. Hug a Hunnie on the Hill up California Drive, in Irvine

Over looking all of Irvine this little secret spot is perfect for a quick run or picnic date. They'll be glad to see you when they realize there's room for two ;)

2.  Laugh in the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park

Her shirt really doesn't lie, this hiking spot is always a party. I've never hiked these trails and not had a good time. There's hundreds of different trails to take from epic mountainous views, to a view of the coast line of Laguna Beach. If you're feeling like a rockstar this trail leads to a tunnel that goes straight to the beach!





3. Rock-climb the Red Rocks in Whiting Ranch

This place really is a hidden gem. You wouldn't believe it, but to get here, you start off at a Walmart on Portola in Foothill Ranch, Orange County! Its about a 3 mile walk in to here, but its totally worth it. Only climb the sandstone if you're really daring. 

4. Hang at the Hollywood Hills

If you're willing to go farther and venture out of Orange County, the Hollywood hike is a total Californian move. You can either meet the paparazzi in front of the sign which makes a great photo op or do what these superstars did and climbed to the top. Climber's choice.

5. Peek over the Potato Chip Rock

This fun location is on the other side of SoCal, closer to the border. Although my 13 year-old self was thoroughly disappointed finding out this was not where Lay's chips came from, the view and rush you get when you hop on to this rock is almost as good as a bag of Cheddar and Sour Cream lays. "Betcha can't just take one" picture here!