Explorer's Guide - 50 Hikes in Orange County

A hike for every interest and ability!

This brand-new entry in the popular Explorer's 50 Hikes series covers the most interesting hiking trails in Orange County, California, providing diverse hikes in a variety of wilderness environments: from a short walk along a concrete channel to see endangered green sea turtles to more challenging hikes to find tide pools, waterfalls, and the treasures of the county’s private nature preserves. Each hike provides detailed directions and maps and offers a unique perspective on its environs―whether hot springs, earthquake faults, or vibrant wildflower displays―giving as close an experience as possible to hiking with a live guide. Several area hikes are available only in this book, making it a must-have for your California sojourn. Black-and-white photographs and maps throughout

Karin Klein is an award-winning editorial writer for the Los Angeles Times, covering education, environment, and culture. A 25-year resident of Orange County, Klein is also a volunteer naturalist and hike leader at Laguna Coast, Aliso & Wood Canyons, and Caspers Wilderness Parks and a tide pool docent at Crystal Cove State Park.