South Weir Canyon Rd, Anaheim Hills

For most people living or driving in Orange County, the Anaheim Hills are viewed from a distance as they rise up in the eastern part of the county. Comprised of mostly high end homes and small estates, Anaheim Hills have always seemed like the exclusive domain of the affluent.

On a recent drive in the foothills, we discovered a quiet neighborhood in a hillside setting that wasn’t short on great views but seemed more approachable for us as suburban dwellers. It’s called Sycamore Canyon.

As we explored the neighborhood near dusk, we were enchanted with the panoramic views it offered of both the hills and the city lights below. There is no shortage of parks and golf courses and its location is ideal for access to many of the entertainment and shopping venues of Orange County. With the 91 freeway and the toll roads close by, it seemed as if anything of interest like Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Angels Stadium and South Coast Plaza were all within a 20 to 30 minute drive.

We made our way to a local shopping and dining strip on Weir Canyon Road and were pleasantly surprised by the dining choices, from a great looking Mexican diner, El Taco Nazo, to a Mediterranean Café called Rosines. We also had our choice of Starbucks and Baskin Robbins for an after dinner treat. We took our Starbucks drinks to the nearby Sycamore Park for a leisurely walk with the dog.

Being so nestled in the hills, and with the knowledge of the low crime rate in Anaheim Hills, we relished in the safe and comfortable feeling that Sycamore Canyon gave us.