Los Pinos Peak was one of those hikes that was less traveled over the weekend. My previous review…read morehad all the details you needed. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/kB1cpv4NCdI

Pretty bad trail. Barely any signs. Ran into lots of spider…read moreweb at the narrow paths. Several thorny bushes interfering into the slim trails. Lots of flies buzzing around the summit. No restrooms. So be sure to use the porta-potties at the convenience shack located a few mins before you reach the trailhead. Those toilets lack hand sanitizer. Also during the last third of this hike, there are steep slopes with lots of loose rocks. Easy to slip. Keep your wits about you. There were no other hikers when I went on a hot Sunday midday. So you might be on your own. Prep well for lonely, dry weather. Likes: + occasional shade For trailhead coords, refer to HikingGuy ( https://hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/hiking-orange-county/hike-los-pinos-peak-orange-county/ ): 33.66236, -117.44794

This was grueling. First, let me say that I had my left hip replaced 2 1/2 months ago, so I'm not…read moreat 100%. But my hiking partner is fit and even she was hurting on our way back. AllTrails says the trail is 9.1 miles but we tracked it at just shy of 10 miles. It was a 5.5 hour journey. We started early, 7:30am, and it wasn't a hot day. The lower part of the trail leading to the falls is pleasant. Some parts shaded, some not, and a couple streams to cross over. Your hike gets a bit harder while going up the hill. It's not too bad because it's not a direct ascension, but it's still a little tough. Once at the falls you're relieved that you're finally there but left a bit deflated by the fact that the falls aren't really that big. Being bilingual I should have known, as the word "chiquito" means small in Spanish, but we were nonetheless happy that we had made it that far. After having some snacks, and taking the obligatory 57 pictures and videos, we headed back. The hike down was a long one considering you just did a 2.5 to 3 hour hike to get to the falls. Around every bin, we were hoping we'd recognize the initial trail that lead us in. We weren't confused, the trails are decently marked, we were just in a state of delusion from being so dang tired. We finally made it back and lived to hike another trail. All in all, the exercise was worth it; the waterfall not so much.

This hike is alright. I'd put it as a moderately strenuous hike (more strenuous than not). When you…read morestart, there's a fall area that has some water - that was the most water we saw though. The trails are marked relatively well, and there are some decent-sized boulders on the trail. Some parts have very little shade, and some parts are a little narrow, but overall it's not too bad. Quite a bit of elevation so just make sure to take rests! I would check the weather before going to see if you even have a chance at seeing the waterfall before heading out. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/chiquito-falls-trail-lake-elsinore?select=gyJRQFsCz0nyDNOIlCaR9Q&userid=97Dj5h5CQUsWZrEWj3wWOg https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/chiquito-falls-trail-lake-elsinore?select=3OULdotRo8RR28QTU7b3nQ&userid=97Dj5h5CQUsWZrEWj3wWOg https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/chiquito-falls-trail-lake-elsinore?select=wEbk5FsQAmpIXb7yzTAJNg&userid=97Dj5h5CQUsWZrEWj3wWOg

Great place to take your dog for walks or take family photos. We did both and there were several…read morephotographers taking photos there.

Nice park, just got redone and opened up a few weeks ago. Added benches and sitting area for…read morepicnic. Just be careful with the rattlesnakes

This place is an awesome look out point. You can see over the lake and watch the cars and…read moremotorcycles Cruze around the turns. Awesome pictures and a great breeze... It comes up a bit sudden on the rode off the 74, you can park and watch or get out and walk up the little hill... Did I mention the pictures... Sunset, lake, mountains... It's a nice quite place to go and think...

Main Divide Road is probably a crappy hike. Very little shade, hot, and full of bugs as the other…read moreperson noted. I chose to drive this piece and what a drive it was. There are several great lookout points with Elsinore and inland mountains off to the east and OC to the west. I went on a particularly clear day and could see all the way out to the Pacific. If you are in a 4x4 there are side trails along the way that present a good challenge. There are some sketchy parts with good drop-offs to your side. Most SUVs or trucks could drive the trail with no problem. If wet you will def want 4wd. Other posts do a good job of describing how to get here so I wont bother. Unfortunately my camera died so I couldn't get any good shots, but the scenery was amazing. Its about a 2hr drive if you do the whole thing, I would recommend to anyone looking for some off the beaten path adventure and killer scenery.

The Morgan Trail is part of the San Mateo Canyon Wilderness in the Cleveland National Forest. It's…read morea very easy hike that's 10 miles long depending on how far you wish to go. If you start for Killen road then the first portion is very shady with lots of oak trees. We enjoyed this portion immensely but once the valley opened up and the chaparral changed we turned around. This portion was very easy for our young kids. We will definitely be back to explore some more. There are many trails in this area.

A little hidden gem. The trees surround you, the air is crisp, and the vibe is serene. It is mildly…read morestrenuous that children can complete with breaks in between. Bring a blanket/sheet to rest on and plenty of water and snacks.

Save your money! False advertising online…read more Arrive 30 minutes early to register? No don't do that. What's included with a twilight pass? Nothing like foretold online. You get a couple of hot tubs and that's all. Very hot equals maybe 85 degrees. Maybe worth it if you have a premium suite? But day pass or twilight pass? Not worth your money. Now we know we won't be back here.

This is a great little park with a nearby walking trail that takes you down to the creek. It has a…read morebasketball court and playground equipment for children. The city maintains the park very well. The park is a great resource for those that live nearby and lack yard space. The trail extends from Murrieta Hot Springs Road to Jackson Road to the West. Just a heads up, there are coyotes and sometimes homeless activity down in the creek. Keep dogs on a leash and kids supervised!

Went for an early morning walk at the fitness trail, nicely paved walkways and shaded by many…read moretrees. There are even benches intermittently to sit and rest. The map on All Trails was not accurate to the map that was posted at each trail entrance which was odd, so we got stomped a few times. All in all, a nice neighborhood and friendly neighbors, lots of dogs being walked through and stunning views. Many inclines, a dried up wash and a lot of walking along the streets and the backs of people's properties. Started at Copper Canyon, made our way to Bear Valley and then back around again.

This is a nice little park for walking. You see the same faces every time. New moms with strollers,…read moreexpecting moms, daily walkers and people out with their dogs. The view is beautiful and there are nice benches to rest while taking it all in. There are no bathrooms or play structures only a little field walking path.

We came here for the very FIRST event called FLAVOR FEST which also featured $5 global tasting menu…read morefrom certain vendors. There was a FREE CONCERT thought the day featuring Thai Dancing, Lion Dance, Polynesian Dance, Rock and Roll Band and more!... I got there at about 4pm and some of vendors like the Lumpia or GOI Thai Express was not ready yet. I was looking forward to trying some of the $5 tasting menu but, I realized that the portions were small so I bought some of the regular orders as well... $5 TASTING MENU: 8/10 My favorite tasting menu was from the Mediterranean vendor called Flavor Fire which had 2 CHICKEN SKEWER, hummus with rice pilaf and an orchid flower. I also got the $5 Lumpia which has about 5 mini lumpias... GOI THAI EXPRESS: 7/10 Waited in line for 30 plus minutes and got the Brisket with truffled fried rice and curry puffs. The CURRY PUFFS were tiny and not tasty. However, the BRISKET with TRUFFLED FRIED RICE was FIRE!!!! That was worth the wait... I would recommend coming at 4:30pm as some of the popular vendors like GOI THAI EXPRESS and the LUMPIA vendors were not ready yet. The festival was set to start from 3:00pm-8pm... PARKING: PLENTY of parking Both on the dirt and the concrete!! AMBIANCE: 10/10 This was a great experience and I hope they will have it every year! It is by far the most impressive FOOD FAIR because it's not as crowded as the LA or OC fair and it's the most organized and CLEANEST FOOD FESTIVAL I've ever seen! Bravo!! Unlike the 626 night market, this event also has FREE ADMISSION!!! It's a WINNER WINNER TOWN SQUARE PARK CHICKEN DINNER!!!!!!

Town Square Park (also known as Hunt Field) in Murrieta is really two parks in one -- and both…read moreserve different purposes depending on what you're looking for. On the south side near the corner of Plum and Juniper, there's a smaller grassy park area with lots of beautiful shade trees and about 5-6 picnic tables. It's quiet, peaceful, and perfect for lunch, relaxing, or small gatherings. There's no playground equipment here -- just open grass and shade -- which makes it great for older kids or adults wanting a calm space. One thing to note: it's not enclosed or gated, so if you have little ones who like to wander, you'll want to keep a close eye on them. The other half of the park is Hunt Field, home to three baseball fields regularly used by Murrieta National Little League. There's one Juniors-sized field and two smaller T-Ball/little kid fields. The fields are very well maintained -- you can tell there's an ongoing battle with gophers, but the city and league do a solid job staying on top of it and filling holes quickly. There are two porta-potties near the main field closest to Juniper (though currently no ADA-accessible unit -- something I've asked the city to consider adding). On game nights or Saturdays when there are official games (not just practices), the snack bar is sometimes open, which is a nice bonus. Shade is limited around the baseball fields, and while there are small bleacher sections at each field, bringing your own chair is a smart move for comfort. Parking is pretty convenient -- street parking is available, there's a smaller lot off Juniper with a few handicap spaces, and a much larger lot in the back accessible from Plum Street or Adams Avenue. Bonus tip: If the Community Center is open, you can use the indoor restrooms instead of the porta-potties. Overall, it's a great community park and a central hub for local youth baseball. Whether you're there for a quiet lunch under the trees or cheering on a Little League game, it's a solid Murrieta staple.