Southern California has many wonderful hidden
gems that you may not have heard about. Many of these places
locals would like to keep to themselves but they are perfect
destinations for day trips. Listed here is a selection of
hidden Southern California gems you probably have never
visited. If you are looking for somewhere off the beaten
path, a little more unique and a little less of a tourist
stop then check out these less-visited Southern California
destinations.
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Paramount
Ranch- Historic ranch where classic
westerns and TV show Mash were filmed. Free admission.
Leo
Carrillo Historic Ranchhidden
in the hills of Carlsbad. Historic buildings, hiking
trails and free admission
Cayucos
by the Sea one of California's best kept
coastal secrets. Located on beautiful Estero Bay on
the Central Coast.
Heritage
Hill Park is an Orange County hidden
gem. Historic buildings the Serrano Adobe and Bennett
Ranch house.
Desert
View Tower70
miles east of San Diego adjacent to Interstate 8.
Defiantly worth checking out on your next trip
Coachella
Valley Preservegolden foothills , white
dunes, and silent canyons. A hidden oasis in the California
desert.
Hollywood
Forever Cemetery Hundreds of famous early
Hollywood stars are buried here, such as Jayne Mansfield.
Salvation
Mountainway
off the beaten path near the Salton Sea. 100 foot
high monument created by Leonard Knight.
Pearson's
Port is a floating fish market hidden
under the Pacific Coast Highway bridge in Newport
Beach. Fresh caught fish.
