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For fun, exhilaration, and exercise, hit the trail! But this just isn't any ordinary trek, this is the popular Santa Ana River Trail. This is an extensive, winding trail that runs along the Santa Ana River and offers walkers, hikers, joggers and bikers an excellent way to get out of the city and get closer to nature while getting some great exercise. The path stretches out over 70 miles, so there is plenty of room for you and your fellow trail-dwellers.

You never know where the next star of stage or screen will come from. That's what makes the Riverside Children's Theatre such a truly magical place. This entertainment organization has been the leader in fostering both theatrical instruction and performances of the area's most talented young thespians since 1957. This acting school also regularly presents various stage productions, plays, musicals and other opportunities for budding performers to gain valuable experience on the stage.

Bernasconi Beach in Riverside is one of those places that just teems with beauty everywhere you look. The stunning sand, the beautiful dunes and of course, the mesmerizing surf make it easy to take the plunge and enjoy a day of water recreation activities like surfing and swimming, and then sunbathe on the beach afterward.