If There Are Only 4 Family Hikes You Ever Take In Southern California, Follow These Easy Trails
By Raymond Goldfield|Published January 27, 2023
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Raymond Goldfield
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Raymond Goldfield is a life-long New Jersey resident and an avid traveler and foodie who can be usually found on the Jersey Shore during the offseason or checking out the latest seasonal flavors at The Bent Spoon in Princeton. He has been working for Only In Your State for since early 2022, where he writes for New Jersey and Iowa and edits the Mid-Atlantic region. He can also be found writing about pop culture for GeekDad. When at home, he enjoys reading comic books and is part of The Rabbitt Stew podcast team. While New Jersey is his home base, he travels regularly and has visited Virginia, Florida, Maine, Minnesota, and Canada as well as all of NJ's border states. Ultimate travel goal? Visit all the best buffets in the United States.
As the weather warms up, its the perfect chance to get outside and explore – even if the kids would rather stay glued to their screens. So how do you get them enthusiastic about a family hike? You take them somewhere stunning enough they’ll wonder why it took so long to get out of the house. These four family-friendly hikes in Southern California are perfect for all ages and skill levels, and will create lasting memories.
For a truly one-of-a-kind adventure that happens to be one of the best family-friendly hikes in Southern California, head to Antelope Valley as the flowers are blooming.
You'll encounter a sprawling field of poppies as far as the eye can see.
Are you looking to break out the family hiking boots this spring and summer? Let us know if you’ve visited any of these destinations, or if you have favorite family hiking spots of your own. Make sure to visit the Alta Vista Botanical Garden’s website before you go to see the latest events they’re hosting.
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