- Our list of the best things to do in Lake Forest, California, features the top 716 nearby activities — including 280 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lake Forest, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 21 things to do within the city of Lake Forest, CA , followed by 695 popular activities in nearby cities, including Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, San Clemente, Orange, Irvine, Garden Grove, Buena Park, Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Fullerton, Westminster, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Chino Hills, La Habra, Fountain Valley, Mission Viejo, Lake Elsinore, Brea, Aliso Viejo, Cypress, Seal Beach, Tustin, Laguna Niguel, Norco, Rancho Santa Margarita, Yorba Linda, Corona, Placentia, Chino, Riverside, Diamond Bar, La Mirada, Los Angeles, Oceanside, Menifee, Joshua Tree, Murrieta and Perris
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10.7 Miles
19300 Ike Jones Road, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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Located at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, Lyon Air Museum features an array of World War II aircraft. A fascinating museum to visit whether passing through or making a special visit, the museum tours that give information on the machines and artifacts of the early 20th century.
10.7 Miles
94%
233 votes
9th Ave & Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92652
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Thousand Steps Beach is a public beach at the bottom of a 230 step staircase across from the Pacific Coast Highway. The beautiful sandy beach has arches and a hidden cave at the south end, accessible only at low-tide.
10.9 Miles
79%
57 votes
300 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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At Edwards Big Newport Theatre, visitors can see a blockbuster film on its first run in reclining, leather seats. The concession stand serves favorites like Icees, candy, buttered popcorn, and other snacks.
10.9 Miles
An entertainment center with trampoline floors and walls, Sky High Sports offers activities that include dodgeball, aerobics and open jumping. The center also provides a snack bar, arcade games, birthday party hosting and a monthly special needs session.
11.0 Miles
70%
112 votes
850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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This location offers temporary exhibits of artwork in addition to its permanent collection of contemporary art holdings. The Orange County Museum of Art also offers visitors the chance to purchase artwork in its gift shop.
11.0 Miles
75%
138 votes
1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701
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The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park houses an extensive collection of animals, birds and reptiles as well as numerous interactive experiences that adults and kids can enjoy. The zoo features a rainforest maze, a conservation education theater and a zoofari express train ride.
11.0 Miles
In addition to picnic areas with built-in barbecues, sinks and tables, the Irvine Regional Park offers paved bicycle and walking trails. Furthermore, the park also features a children's playground, four softball fields, two horseshoe pits and a lake.
11.0 Miles
The Irvine Park Railroad features a third scale C.P. Huntington train that takes people of all ages on a ride through the historic park. Furthermore, they also offer bike rentals as well as two full-service snack bars and seasonal holiday events.
11.0 Miles
Spread out over 477 acres of wilderness, the Orange County Zoo focuses on animals and plants that are native to the southwestern United States. Some of the animals on display include black bears, island foxes, coyotes and turkey vultures.
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Visitors can see quite a few animals at Santa Ana Zoo, such as a bald eagle, anteater, camel, and many monkeys. Kids can also ride the carousel or train, visit the children's farm and play on the playground.