About Foothill Ranch
Located in Orange County, in the Los Angeles - Long Beach area, you will find the beautiful community of Foothill Ranch, CA. This unique area has a population of approximately 15,000 citizens and two thousand seven hundred acres of the perfect blend of residential homes and shopping. The weather is very comfortable, boasting the warm sunshine of southern California, nearly year round. There are a wide variety of interesting things to see and do in this lovely locale. It's unique location has the best of both worlds, being very near to nature and wilderness areas and also close to fun, shopping with the convenience of popular freeway access.
In the year 2000, Foothill Ranch was annexed into Lake Forest, California. Nearby is the Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park which features hiking, bicycling, bird watching and all that goes with the enjoyment of a beautiful day enjoying nature. There are natural and cultural exhibits, an interpretive center featuring a rest stop with park information.
During the month of May, the Rancho Days Fiesta is a fun event for all. This celebration is a good time to try your hand a making tortillas or help make ice cream and also giving the youngsters a chance at a breaking the pinata or creating fun crafts. In June you and your whole family will enjoy the Cooks Corner Annual Chili Cookoff. Maybe even win a prize!
Included in this wonderful community are fine dining, shopping, public and private schools, churches, libraries, hospitals and emergency services. All in all, this is a fine place to live or visit. Be sure to check it out on your next trip to beautiful Southern California.