No matter what time of year it is, it’s always a great idea to get outside and breathe in some fresh Southern California air. If the explorer in you is looking for a new hike to get excited about during this season, you’ll want to take this beautiful and well-maintained trail in Southern California that will remind you exactly why you appreciate living here. Not only is the trail a beauty, but it’s also an easy hike that all fitness levels can enjoy. Head to Mission Viejo sometime soon, and explore this beautiful and easy hike in Southern California.

If you're looking for an easy hike in Southern California, make sure to head to Mission Viejo for an afternoon of exploration along a picturesque trail that runs along Oso Creek in Orange County.
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Oso Creek Trail is part of a 5.5-mile trail system that will take hikers along a variety of routes. Each trail is beautifully maintained, well-manicured, and clearly marked.
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If you get easily lost on trails, then hikers are bound to appreciate the clearly marked signs that point each adventurer in the right direction. Keep in mind that you won't need your GPS for this hike; just follow the arrows and you'll be good to go!
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Whether you're a walker or a jogger, this well-maintained and beautiful hike in Southern California will make your feet happy as it's a smooth trail along the entire route with picture-perfect paved paths.
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Peaceful, green and serene are three words that come to mind when you take the Oso Creek Trail. There's no better way to hike Mission Viejo in Southern California.
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On a sunny afternoon, shaded paths will keep you cool and protected from the harsh heat of the day.
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One of our favorite features of this trail is the variety of scenery along the way.
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In addition to enjoying a variety of plants and wildlife along the trail, you'll also find art and colorful mosaic tiles that add some unexpected beauty to this hike.
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Have you every seen anything quite like this on a Southern California hiking trail? It's magical!
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But our absolute favorite part about this trail is this wonderful surprise that comes out of nowhere...
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A stunning hedge maze! When you see this hedge for the first time you'll think you've accidentally stumbled inside a secret garden. And in many ways you have.
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This hedge maze is about three feet high. Take some time to wander through the maze and enjoy its beauty while you take a break from your hike. It's also a perfect spot to snap a picture.
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Isn't Oso Creek one of the most beautiful trails ever?! We're so lucky to have this variety of scenery in Southern California.
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Excited to check out this trail? You can find Oso Creek Trail at 24932 Veterans Way in Mission Viejo, CA. Parking along the street is an option, or you can also try parking at the nearby Senior Community Center located off La Paz for easy access to the trail.

For another hiking adventure in Southern California, go check out this stunning canyon hike in Pacific Palisades — it will take your breath away.

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What's the most beautiful hike in Southern California?

There are all sorts of beautiful hiking trails in Southern California, and their locations range from the beautiful, muted landscape of the desert to the crashing waves of the southern state’s waterfront coastline. Head to the Solstice Canyon Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area for views of the ocean along a trail that runs through a lush expanse of local foliage. The Bridge to Nowhere in Angeles National Forest may not be the most beautiful in itself, but it carries a great payoff: the eerily isolated Bridge to Nowhere. San Jacinto Peak in Mount San Jacinto State Park boasts views for miles, and there’s really nothing like the Salt Creek Interpretive Trail in Death Valley National Park.

What are the best waterfall hikes in Southern California?

The hike to Eaton Canyon Falls in Altadena is great for a year-round hiking opportunity, along with Sturtevant Falls in Arcadia. Head to Thousand Oaks for a quick hike to Paradise Falls, or Santa Barbara for a visit to the ever-stunning Tangerine Falls. Cedar Creek Falls in Ramona is wonderful as well, if you’re looking for a long day trip, and Fish Canyon Falls in Duarte perhaps remains one of the best spots to visit in the southern half of the state.

Which hikes in Southern California are short and sweet?

There are a series of beautiful scenic hikes in southern California that don’t take long to complete at all. Lake Calavera in Carlsbad comes in at just barely 3.2 miles, and the El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach ha a series of trails that range from 1 to 3 miles in length. The Carbon Canyon Regional Park Redwood Grove in Orange County has a 2.5 mile hike that will take you through the beauty of the redwoods without the trek up north. It’s a true hidden gem!

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Oso Creek Trail, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA