One of the Top Urban Planning Books of 2022, Planetizen The full and fascinating guidebook that Orange County deserves. A People’s Guide to Orange County is an alternative tour guide that documents sites of oppression, resistance, struggle, and transformation in Orange County, California. Orange County is more than the well-known images on orange crate labels, the high-profile amusement parks of Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm, or the beaches. It is also a unique site of agricultural and suburban history, political conservatism in a liberal state, and more diversity and discordance than its pop-cultural images show. It is a space of important agricultural labor disputes, segregation and resistance to segregation, privatization and the struggle for public space, politicized religions, Cold War global migrations, vibrant youth cultures, and efforts for environmental justice. Memorably, Ronald Reagan called Orange County the place “where all the good Republicans go to die,” but it is also the place where many working-class immigrants have come to live and work in its agricultural, military-industrial, and tourist service economies. Orange County is the fifth-most populous county in America. If it were a city, it would be the nation’s third-largest city; if it were a state, its population would make it larger than twenty-one other states. It attracts 42 million tourists annually. Yet Orange County tends to be a chapter or two squeezed into guidebooks to Los Angeles or Disneyland. Mainstream guidebooks focus on Orange County’s amusement parks and wealthy coastal communities, with side trips to palatial shopping malls. These guides skip over Orange County’s most heterogeneous half—the inland space, where most of its oranges were grown alongside oil derricks that kept the orange groves heated. Existing guidebooks render invisible the diverse people who have labored there. A People’s Guide to Orange County questions who gets to claim Orange County’s image, exposing the extraordinary stories embedded in the ordinary landscape.

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Afoot and Afield series is the classic guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California’s Orange County. Featuring more than 100 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot and Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips ranging from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks are all within a short car trip of the Southland’s cities. Every trip was re-hiked by coauthor David Money Harris for this updated edition.

This completely updated and expanded new edition in the Wilderness Press Afoot and Afield series is the ultimate guide to the hiking opportunities throughout Southern California's Orange County. Featuring 87 trips from serene summits to sparkling beaches, Afoot and Afield Orange County covers the Laguna Coast, Newport Beach, Crystal Cove State Park, the Chino Hills, Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, the Santa Ana Mountains, and more. Trips ranging from short strolls to rigorous daylong treks are all within a short car trip of the Southland's cities.

Discover the Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Best of Orange County-From Iconic Beaches to Hidden Gems! Are you ready to uncover the vibrant lifestyle and diverse experiences that make Orange County, California, a must-visit destination? Whether you're a local looking to explore new spots or a visitor eager to soak up the OC sunshine, this guide is your key to unlocking the very best of this dynamic region. Explore Like a Local: Navigate Orange County's iconic beaches, top hiking trails, and local attractions with insider tips and detailed guides that make planning easy. Savor Unforgettable Meals: Discover the best waterfront dining, rooftop bars, and family-friendly restaurants that capture the essence of OC's culinary scene. Experience Thrilling Nightlife: From trendy bars to live music venues, find the perfect spot for a memorable night out in Orange County. Practical Tips & Info: Get the details you need with comprehensive information on parking, pricing, and hours of operation, making your OC experience hassle-free. Think you've seen it all in Orange County? Think again! This guide goes beyond the typical tourist spots to reveal hidden gems and unique experiences that even locals may not know about. Ready to start your Orange County adventure? Don't wait-grab your copy of Welcome to Orange County today and start exploring the very best that this sun-soaked paradise has to offer!