Alta Laguna Park — Attraction in Laguna Beach

This is one of the jewels of South Orange County. Unfortunately, it has become much more popular in the last 10 years thanks to social media, which means the volume of people who tramp through the first mile of the hike (and usually not much further) has increased significantly. Wildlife has been damaged, although you'd only notice if you're a long-time regular and a nature and plantlife wonk. Otherwise, the area is pristine and safe. Before twilight, be sure you don't have headphones in and that your eyes are keen, otherwise you might obstruct the madmen on their mountain bikes hurtling downhill behind you at speeds of 20-30mph on the trails.

The park features several tennis courts, a basketball hoop, a playground, and a...

Alta Laguna Park, Laguna Beach A scenic public park featuring four tennis courts, numerous pickleball courts, a half basketball court, baseball fields, a picnic area, and clean restrooms. The facilities are impressively well-maintained for a public venue. During busy times, a one-hour play limit...

If you are a hiking fan start in the town of Laguna Beach and walk up the road to the top of the world. This alone is a hard steep walk and then you arrive to a beautiful park and trails into the hills of Laguna park where you can see wildlife and walk in the...