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Best Places For A Cabin Weekend Near OC

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Just because summer's over doesn't meant you have to give up on the fun. Take a break from a busy work week and relax in the outdoors with a weekend cabin trip near Orange County. Plan your next cabin getaway at these fantastic locations.

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Crystal Cove State Park
8471 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-3539
www.crystalcovestatepark.com

Looking for a place to relax and unwind for a weekend in Orange County? Crystal Cove State Park may be the right place. The national park offers picnic tables near most parking lots, on the beach in the Historic District and in Moro Beach near the lifeguard headquarters in the building. Those looking to specifically camp out can head to the Upper Moro, Deer Canyon and Upper Moro Campsites located in the park. The area can be reserved for primitive camping. Campers are ask to hike inland about three miles, mostly uphill. There are certain rules and restrictions that apply, for more information visit www.parks.ca.gov.

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Rancho Jurupa Park
4800 Crestmore Road
Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
(951) 684-7032
www.riversidecountyparks.org

Get away for the weekend and feel the calm of nature at Rancho Jurupa Park in Jurupa Valley. Rancho Jurupa park offers newly built cabins for rental, spacious campgrounds perfect for pitching a tent, numerous playgrounds on site and a lake nearby. Settled along the beautiful park, there are six cabins to choose from, each featuring enough space to accommodate up to four guests. The cabins also feature a large deck with a scenic view that overlooks the lake and come with amenities such as free wi-fi, outdoor patio and outdoor picnic table.

Related: Best Places To Rent A Cabin In The Woods In Southern California

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Canyon RV Park
24001 Santa Ana Canyon Road
Anaheim, CA 92808
(714) 637-0210
www.canyonrvpark.com

At Canyon RV Park in Anaheim, there are a handful of cabin rentals for those looking for a retreat without stretching city limits. The cabins feature a mini kitchen equipped with microwave and stove, bathrooms with showers, laundry room and more. The park features open grassy areas, an extended RV park, bike trails and a pool. If you're on the mends of whether to venture out of Orange County for a relaxing getaway or whether to stay close by, Canyon RV Park provides the perfect in between.

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Grampa Mike's Cabins
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 529-6126
www.grampamikescabins.com

For a cozy and private weekend cabin getaway that feels more like a pampered vacation than a short stint away, choose from a number of beautiful cabins at Grampa Mike's Cabins. Grampa Mike's Cabins has provided cabins to happy customers for years. In addition to vacation cabins, Grampa Mike's Cabins also offer guests a jacuzzi, a fireplace, BBQ grill, hot tub and more. Guests love Grampa Mike's Cabins for their beautiful backdrops including the lake and the mountains, and the level of comfort they experience for a comparatively affordable price.

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Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
35 Crystal Cove
Newport Beach, CA 92657
(949) 497-0900
www.crystalcovebeachcottages.com

More of a cottage than a cabin, rent a cabin/cottage for the weekend or by the week at Crystal Cove State Beach Cottages. For eager visitors looking to break away from a hectic work schedule, this is the perfect spot. While on the property, you can enjoy the luxury of the beach nearby to help ease away tensions. Rentals offer a serenely quaint and quiet experience that can be rather therapeutic.

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Barbara Akowuah is a freelance journalist based in Southern California. As a fashion examiner who is privy to style, Barbara loves to write about fashion and how it relates to the Los Angeles scene. Barbara loves to dish out the latest trends, style tips, and inside scoop. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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