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Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific

Posted on July 15, 2018

Our aquarium visit was: 20% looking at aquatic life, 40% playing outside in the water, 10% crying because the other sibling was being lifted up to look at an exhibit, 10% whining about the heat, 10% bumping into the stroller and spilling Mom’s beer, and 10% eating snacks, but overall, the kids had a blast.

Penguins, sea lions, frogs, all types of fish, sharks, and rays

The Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific is one of our favorite outings because there is so much to do for all ages.  There is obviously a ton of aquatic life.  Penguins, sea lions, frogs, all types of fish, sharks, and rays.  There are touch tanks for sea anemones, starfish, stingrays, sharks and jellyfish.  There is a lorikeet forest where you can purchase nectar and the birds will land on you to eat it.

There are puppet shows, animal feeding and training shows, and also short movies

In addition to the exhibits, there is so much more to do.  There is a shaded area with tables that has coloring pages and crayons for kids.  There is a really cool splash pad outside that is half shaded and half in the sun that my kids love.  Some days we go and all they do is play in the water.  There’s a boat that is perfect for climbing and a few other animal models to climb on.  There are puppet shows, animal feeding and training shows, and also short movies (for a small additional fee.)  And there’s also beer for adults!

We have an annual pass and we go at least once a week and never get bored. 

We have an annual pass and we go at least once a week and never get bored.  I would definitely recommend visiting if you are local to Southern California, and purchasing a pass if you plan to go at least twice a year.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.

Palos Verdes Trump Trails

Posted on February 1, 2018

What Is it?:  Trump Trails is a series of gorgeous hiking trails adjacent to Trump Golf Course.  There is a decent stretch of paved trail that is stroller friendly at the beginning and then it goes off into a gravel path.  There are various paths that lead down to the water where you can see tide pools with sea anemones, crabs, and even starfish at low tide. This path down is steep so perhaps come alone first and try it out to see if you think your kids are capable.

Fun Tips: 

  • – Bring sunscreen – there is no shade
  • – There are no bathrooms on the trails so go at the golf course before you start
  • – Bring plenty of water!  Along with no shade, the sun reflects off the ground so it can feel warmer than it is, even with the breeze

Cost:  Free

Hours: Sunrise to sunset

Stroller Friendly: Some parts are.  You can probably go about a mile with a stroller on the paved area until it narrows and turns into gravel.  We usually leave the stroller in the car.

Inside/Outside: Outside

Alcohol: No

Parking: Yes – at Trump Golf Course. 

Active family:  Yes.

Food:  You are allowed outside food and drinks but there are few places on the trails to have a picnic.  There is 1 picnic table and the beach is rocky so even if you hike down, it is not the best place for a blanket.  If you want to eat here, I would suggest leaving the food in a cooler in the car and getting it after your hike.  There is a large grassy patch to put a blanket on at the beginning/end of the trails.  There is a restaurant here as well if you prefer to buy a lunch.

Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are my own and are in no way affiliated with the official Trump Trails.  The information I provided is based upon my own experience at the Trump Trails and the hours, fees, location, and anything else is subject to change in subsequent years.  Please call ahead to verify any information given before planning your trip.