By Alli Sewell
Introduction
You'll find an array of fun things to do in Orange County, California, from going...
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Balboa Island is found in trendy Newport Beach, California. This bustling human-made island has independent...
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One of the most enjoyable activities in Orange County is spending the day at the...
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Beautiful Crystal Cove State Park is a coastal park that runs along 3.2 miles of...
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A must-try hiking trail in the OC is the El Moro Canyon Loop at Crystal...
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For marine life enthusiasts, one of the best things to do in Orange County is...
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The iconic Huntington Beach Pier is found at Huntington Beach. This landmark stretches for 1,850...
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Fullerton Arboretum is one of the pretty places to see in Orange County. The 26-acre...
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The world-renowned Disney Adventure Park is in Anaheim, the second-largest city in Orange County. A...
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Laguna Beach features multiple beaches with fascinating tide pools, including Treasure Island Beach and Diver's...
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Laguna Coast Wilderness Park is a 7,000-acre wilderness park near Laguna Beach. Found in the...
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Located close to Huntington Beach, the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve is a 1,300-acre coastal wildlife...
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The Old Courthouse Museum is in Santa Ana and has sat in the historic district...
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Another of the cool things to do in Orange County is heading to the San...
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If in Orange County with kids, a trip to Irvine to visit the Pretend City...
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San Juan Capistrano is a small charming city in Orange County. Within the town, you'll...
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Those who like seeing wildlife will love taking a trip to the Shipley Nature Center...
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Thousand Steps Beach is found along the Pacific Coast Highway, in South Laguna Beach, one...
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Located in Costa Mesa, South Coast Plaza is the largest shopping mall on the West...
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Go whale watching from Newport Beach KW There are a range of whale watching options...
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The International Surfing Museum is a non-profit museum in Huntington Beach. The goal of the...
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Heisler Park is a beachside park with artistic sculptures, benches to relax on, and stunning...
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Another surf-related attraction, found near the International Surfing Museum, is the Surfing Walk of Fame...
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A great Orange County activity is spending the day at Knott's Berry Farm. This exciting...
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Another of the places to visit in Orange County that lets you shop and dine...
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An interesting cultural activity in Orange County is visiting the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and...
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Found next to Laguna Coast Wilderness Park, Aliso and Woods Canyons Wilderness Park is another...
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Old Towne Orange is a historic plaza in Orange County. This is one of the...
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Hiking at Oak Canyon Nature Center is a lovely way to spend an afternoon in...
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Salt Creek Beach Park in Dana Point is popular amongst tourists and locals. The park...
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Bowers Museum is one of the finest art museums in Orange County. The museum has...
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The OC Fair and Event Center is a 150-acre venue that hosts year-round events in...
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The month-long Orange County Fair is one of the most popular events held at the...
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The Muckenthaler Cultural Center was originally an 18-room mansion that was built and owned by...
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The Pacific Marine Mammal Center is a rescue, rehabilitation, and release center that takes in...
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One of the best Orange County places to visit for wildlife enthusiasts is the Tucker...
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The Pacific Coast Highway features 656 miles of road that runs along the coast of...
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Located in Costa Mesa, Fairview Park spans 208 acres. 194 of those acres are free-growing...
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Renting a car for the day and driving along the coast of California is one...
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Located in San Juan Capistrano, the Los Rios Historic District is a history enthusiast's dream...
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The San Clemente Coastal Trail spans 2.3 miles along the California coast. It runs from...
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One of the top things to do in Orange County for art enthusiasts is going...
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Seal Beach Municipal Pier was originally built in the early 1900s, and today, the pier...
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You can discover numerous theme parks near Orange County and Legoland is one of the...
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The breathtaking Joshua Tree National Park is one of the best national parks on the...
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Pasadena is a charming destination that's just an hour away from Orange County. Taking a...
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The California SEA LIFE Aquarium is on the same site as Legoland in Carlsbad. At...
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Channel Islands National Park is an island chain off the Southern California coast, featuring five...
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Taking a day trip to Los Angeles is highly recommended, with the iconic destination found...
Conclusion
Orange County is a scenic and exciting destination on the West Coast of the United...
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