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48 Best Areas in Orange County to Visit for a Fun Vacation

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48 Best Areas in Orange County to Visit for a Fun Vacation

Introduction - Because of its beauty and scenic spots, Orange County is one of the best vacation destinations in California. If you're...

 
 

Drive the Pacific Coast Highway

Area 1 - The Pacific Coast Highway features 656 miles of road that runs along the coast of California. As you drive along...

 
 

Take a stroll through Aliso and Woods Canyons Wilderness Park

Area 2 - Found next to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Aliso and Woods Canyons Wilderness Park is another amazing outdoor attraction in Orange...

 
 

Discover the pretty Laguna Beach Tide Pools

Area 3 - Laguna Beach features multiple beaches with fascinating tide pools, including Treasure Island Beach and Diver's Cove. When in the area...

 
 

Spot Californian wildlife at the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

Area 4 - Located close to Huntington Beach, the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is a 1,300-acre coastal wildlife reserve. If you enjoy seeing...

 
 

Go on a day trip to Los Angeles

Area 5 - Taking a day trip to Los Angeles is highly recommended, with the iconic destination found just an hour away from...

 
 

Admire the coastline at Crystal Cove State Park

Area 6 - Beautiful Crystal Cove State Park is a coastal park that runs along 3.2 miles of the Pacific coastline. At the...

 
 

Visit Channel Islands National Park

Area 7 - Channel Islands National Park is an island chain off the Southern California coast, featuring five islands: Anacapa Island, San Miguel...

 
 

Watch the sunset at San Clemente Pier City Beach

Area 8 - Another of the cool things to do in Orange County is heading to the San Clemente Pier City Beach to...

 
 

Follow the San Clemente Coastal Trail

Area 9 - The San Clemente Coastal Trail spans 2.3 miles along the California coast. It runs from North Beach to Calafia Beach...

 
 

Explore Balboa Island

Area 10 - Balboa Island is found in trendy Newport Beach, California. This bustling human-made island has independent shops, outstanding restaurants, and stunning...

 
 

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