Kirsten Anderberg's
SOUTHERN CA URBAN ADVENTURES (PLACE NAME INDEX)

Anacapa Island, Ventura, CA: An small island located approx. 20 miles west of Ventura.
Big Pines, CA: An abandoned zoo, Angeles National Forest skiing & hiking, historic area, geologically interesting on San Andreas fault
Bouquet Canyon Waterfall, Saugus, CA: A waterfall under oak trees in a beautiful sandstone canyon.
Camarillo State Mental Hospital, Camarillo, CA: An abandoned mental hospital in the process of being remodeled into a college.
Canada Larga, Ventura, CA: Beautiful green rolling hills with cows in secluded valley with little traffic.
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, Carpinteria, CA: From the bluffs above, watch seals and birds using this sanctuary.
Carpinteria Tar Pit Beach, Carpinteria, CA: A beach where natural tar seeps onto the beach, also tide pools.
Channel Islands: A group of islands west of Southern CA in the Pacific Ocean.
Chatsworth Park, Chatsworth, CA: A park with interesting geology and an important historic past.
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages, Newport Beach, CA: These historic beach cottages were built between the 1930's and 1950's, and sit on the beach in a National Park. There are different cottages/housing accommodations on site.
Disneyland, Anaheim, CA: I love this place, it is the utmost in ambiance.
Fillmore, CA: A small town nestled against foothills with an Old West feel and historic buildings.
Foster Bowl/Amphitheater, Ventura/Ojai, CA: An abandoned outdoor amphitheater in the Ojai foothills.
(William S.) Hart Park, Newhall, CA: A ranch and estate belonging to western movie star WSHart.
La Conchita, Ventura County, CA: A pretty beach town along Highway 1, which was victim of deadly landslides in past.
Los Angeles Brunches: Los Angeles has a wealth of interesting brunch "experiences."
Los Angeles Restaurants: Los Angeles is home to a wide array of restaurants.
Things To Do in Los Angeles: Lots of things to do in Los Angeles.
Malibu, CA: Malibu has interesting restaurants, beaches and canyons.
Mentryville, Pico Canyon, CA: Historic town from 1800's nestled up an historic canyon.
Ojai, CA: Ojai is a beautiful artists' hamlet nestled in the foothills of the Topa Topa Mountains.
Ojai Retreat, Ojai, CA: A peaceful place to spend some down time, overlooks valley, cactus, coyotes...
The Old Road, Santa Clarita, CA: Before I-5, there was The Old Road! Running parallel to I-5, this historic road winds though scenic hills.
The Olivas Adobe, Ventura, CA: A two story 1850's ranch style adobe, with a charming courtyard.
The Ortega Adobe, Ventura, CA: Original home of "Ortega Chilis" - small historic adobe.
Paradise Cove, Malibu, CA: A secluded public beach in Malibu on Pacific Coast Highway.
The City of Piru, Piru, CA: A small historic town nestled against the foothills in an agricultural valley.
Ridge Route, Castaic, CA: An amazing journey back in time, along the ridges overlooking the mountains.
San Fernando Valley, CA: The San Fernando Valley is a densely populated suburb of L.A.
San Fernando Mission: A historic look at the mission life of the 1700-1800's.
San Luis Obispo, CA: North of L.A., SLO has a stream running through downtown & is nestled between volcanic peaks.
San Luis Obispo Mission, SLO, CA: An historic adobe mission in downtown SLO.
Santa Clarita Valley: An Old West feel still lingers in this historic valley.
Santa Cruz Island: Caves, eucalyptus trees, Monarch butterflies, seals, canyons...
Santa Monica, CA: A metropolitan beach community along the Pacific Coast Highway.
Yogananda's Lake Shrine, Malibu, CA: An ornate lake shrine with sunken gardens and chapel to many religions.
Staircase Beach, Malibu, CA: A secluded public beach in Malibu on Pacific Coast Highway.
Seabee Museum, Port Hueneme, CA: An interesting and educational museum about everything from Polar exploration to historic international flags.
Sulphur Mountain, Ventura County, CA: Bubbling natural tar pools, hiking trail into local hills.
Surfer's Point/Pierpoint Beach, Ventura, CA: A small beach town along Highway 1 supports an active surfing community and a sleepy seaside environment.
Troutdale, Kanan Road, CA: A stocked trout fishing pond under oak trees in shade, great for kids.
Vasquez Rocks, Aqua Dulce, CA: Geologic wonders, slanted rocks used as setting for many a Star Trek episode in desert.
Ventura's Downtown, Ventura, CA: One main street full of history defines this small beach town.
Ventura Mission, Ventura, CA: One of the missions built by Father Serra, historic buildings and church.
Ventura Harbor, Ventura, CA: An interesting Channel Islands garden and museum, boats, a carousel, restaurants...
Where to EAT in Ventura, CA: Restaurants I recommend in Ventura.
Where to STAY in Ventura, CA: Lodging I recommend in Ventura.

Some Photos of Urban Adventures Listed Above

Anacapa Island, Ventura, CA (Photo: K. Anderberg 2009)

Bouquet Canyon Waterfall, Saugus, CA (Photo: K. Anderberg 2008)

Staircase Beach, Malibu, CA (Photo: K. Anderberg 2010)