Editor’s Note: This launches a monthly feature on notable regional parks in Orange County, which is rich with places to get outside and have fun with the family and explore nature. At the point where ...

(Illustration by Jim Cooke / Los Angeles Times; photo from Getty Images) As I stroll along the shore, I'm hit by a mix of salty sea air mingles and the scent of coconut sunblock a beachgoer is ...

Explore Laguna’s sandy beaches and hidden coves. Walk around Forest Avenue and visit the city's buzzy art galleries. Hike to the scenic Top of the World viewpoint. Feast on seafood at Rebel Omakase, a ...

I recently went to the Palomarin Trailhead for a walk on the always-crowded Coast Trail. It was a Saturday, and I knew this place could get busy on weekends, but the parking lot was already full at 10 ...

Living in southern California and seeking a fresh breath of nature? A hiking trail is perfect for you! From Newport Back Bay to Crystal Cove, these trails are full of budding flowers and epic ...

The West Coast is home to some of the most famous beaches in the world, from California beaches that feel like the Caribbean to beaches within a one-hour drive of Seattle to Laguna Beach’s upscale ...

Located in Orange County between Los Angeles and San Diego, Laguna Beach flies under most travelers' radars—but it's one of the most beautiful and storied towns in Southern California. Since the early ...