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25 Budget-Friendly Places to See in Orange County, California

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25 Budget-Friendly Places to See in Orange County, California

Introduction - Orange County is home to pristine beaches, nature trails, and cultural attractions. With its stunning beauty, you wouldn't believe that...

 
 

Hike through Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

Place To See 1 - This Ecological Reserve near Huntington Beach is perfect for nature lovers! The conservancy of Huntington Beach is a volunteer-based nonprofit...

 
 

Drive the Pacific Coast Highway

Place To See 2 - The Pacific Coast Highway is called the PCH by locals. This is ranked the most scenic drive in the United...

 
 
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Go back-in-time when you visit the Old Courthouse Museum

Place To See 3 - This intimate museum holds rare photographs and historical artifacts. You get the experience of a 1900's courthouse that has been...

 
 

Go fishing on the pier

Place To See 4 - To finish off this list, you will be excited to learn that there are FREE days to enjoy the calming...

 
 

Go see starfish in tide pools at Dana Point

Place To See 5 - Cali hosts some of the most unique wildlife; visiting the beaches at low tide to see the tide pools is...

 
 

Take the challenge to visit Thousand Steps Beach

Place To See 6 - If you have come to California hoping for more space, this is the beach for you! This beach is for...

 
 
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Walk around Orange County Great Park

Place To See 7 - Technically in Irving, California, The Orange County Great Park is a modern park that often has walk-through art installments. This...

 
 

Surf the waves at Huntington Beach

Place To See 8 - Huntington Beach is known as Surf City. Not only does it have world-class surfing, but it also has some of...

 
 

Get sandy at Crystal Cove State Beach

Place To See 9 - Crystal Cove State Park has vast open spaces and is full of natural seashores. This park can be challenging to...

 
 

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