If you want to enjoy some incredible summer hikes in Orange County, CA, here are a few of The Go Hike It Team’s favorites summertime hikes to help you avoid any summertime sadness.
- Salt Creek Beach – Salt Creek is home to a legendary surf break and its hiking trail features beautiful views of the Pacific. The hike is a fun way to cool down during the summer and enjoy some waves and ocean views.
- San Clemente Beach Trail – Although San Clemente is home to endless waves and sunsets, the town also features several hiking trails for active enthusiasts. This feature San Clemente Trail includes panoramic views of the coastline during the entire trail.
- Dana Point Headlands – There’s a chance you may feel the mist of the Pacific Ocean blow across your skin as you enjoy the Dana Point Headlands trail. This trail is a short 2 mile hike – perfect for most summer weather conditions!
- Newport Back Bay – If you want to hike near Newport Beach, CA and still avoid the summer crowds, Newport Back Bay Trail is for you! A majority of the hike is through protected wetlands, which offer plenty of space and if you work up a sweat during the hike, you are close enough to the beach to enjoy a post-workout cool down!
- Laguna Beach Hike – With the beach visitors and summer art festival attendees, Laguna Beach can be a CROWDED place during the summer. However, this Laguna hike is a perfect way to enjoy unobstructed views of the town, while avoiding some of the summertime downtown madness.
What’s your favorite hike to do over the summer?