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The Romance of Rocks: Bouldering in Joshua Tree
I love the idea of extreme rock climbing, but I don’t relish the thought of dangling on a thin nylon rope over a deadfall drop.…-more-
A Winter's Hike to Switzer Falls
If you enjoy hiking, and you want an out of the way romantic adventure with a like-minded friend, you'll find it deep in Angeles National…-more-
A Romantic Hike to Griffith Observatory
After months of closure due to last year’s devastating fires, Griffith Park is now happily open to the public. While there is still some evidence…-more-
Spanning across 4,107 acres, Griffith Park is the largest city park in the United States. In fact, the infamous Hollywood sign is actually located within…
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The second largest park in Los Angeles is the city's oldest, Elysian Park. Founded in 1781 by the Felipe de Neve, the Spanish California governor,…
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Nestled in the heart of Malibu, in the Santa Monica Mountains, lies a treasure waiting to be explored. The hiking trails in Solstice Canyon are…
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A Helicopter Tour of Los Angeles
When a romantic dinner just won’t cut it… Looking for something totally spontaneous and out of the ordinary to surprise that special someone? Whether it’s…-more-
Will Rogers State Historic Park
Located in the Pacific Palisades, Will Rogers State Historic Park is one of Los Angeles’s best kept secrets. One of the most popular and highest…-more-
Piuma Lookout In Malibu: Part 2
The last overlook I covered along Piuma Rd in Malibu (Piuma Lookout: Part 1) was pretty easy to access and couldn’t be missed. The lookout…-more-
Located in the Pacific Palisades, Temescal Gateway Park covers over 140-acres of terrain and is one of the most popular of the Santa Monica Mountain…
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