Places to be in So Cal Trivia Quiz

Answer: Balboa

Balboa Island/Peninsula is a beautiful coastline spot in Orange County. You can cross the harbor on the ferry on foot, bicycle, or even in the car for a small fee. Once you get across, all kinds of fun things are available from romantic dinner cruises to family fun at the beach or in the arcade.

Answer: Irvine Spectrum

Just about anything you need can be found at the Irvine Spectrum if you are willing to part with enough of your cash. The location is quite large, complete with a parking structure, a shuttle for visitors forced to park very far away, and even valet parking to accomodate those who wish to use it. The Spectrum is marked by a huge, colorfully-illuminated obelisk at its main front entrance.

Answer: San Bernardino

While San Bernardino does not have the highest population of the So Cal counties, it is by far the largest in terms of land area. San Diego is the second largest of those listed and Orange and L.A. are much smaller.

Answer: Anaheim

Anaheim, CA, is home to some of the most famous and popular spots in the area, especially the Magic Kingdom. In fact, the famous Materhorn Mountain is visible from Interstate 5. And if you have the right timing, you may catch fireworks flashing in the sky from Anaheim Stadium or Disneyland.

Answer: Cajon Pass

Cajon Pass does have the elevation necessary to gain a large amount of snow, but it is not a city or ski area. Cajon Pass is the passage through the mountains along Interstate 15. Thousands of travelers use this pass every day, many of whom are on their way to Las Vegas, Nevada.

Answer: Athletics (baseball)

Southern California is packed with professional sports teams, especially in the city of Los Angeles.

The Angels, who now play their home games in Anaheim, California, originally played their home games in Dodger stadium in Los Angeles. Shortly after the team became an official Major League Baseball team, they moved to Anaheim, just minutes from Disneyland.

The Clippers, a professional basketball team, share their home arena, the Staples Center, with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers have often overshadowed the Clippers in fan support and success in their sport.

The Kings are one of two professional hockey teams in Southern Cal. The other team is the Ducks who play in Anaheim.

The Athletics, aka the A's, are the professional baseball team that plays in Oakland.

Answer: Venice Beach

Venice Beach is located along the coast in Los Angeles County and is definitely one of the most interesting places you can go in the area. Bizarre and entertaining street performers, lots of different interesting people, shops, sports, games, and weight lifters are all present at this one-of-a-kind beach; not to mention, of course, the beautiful sand and pounding surf.

Answer: Catalina

Catalina, home to the cities of Avalon and Two Harbors, is accessible via personal transportation or by boarding one of the many boats exclusively providing passage to this beautiful island. Catalina is also a frequent stop for cruise ships. Shopping, water sports and activities, mountainous hiking, and beautiful landscapes make Catalina Island a popular destination for tourists and residents alike.

Answer: Death Valley

Death Valley is located in the heart of the Californian desert and is one of the most unforgiving areas of the country. With summer temperatures reaching 120+ degrees Fahrenheit and the lowest elevation of any other spot in the state, Death Valley is a harsh environment. However, it is also not without its tourist spots and interesting environmental features.

Answer: Walk of Fame

The Walk of Fame in Hollywood is one of the most famous areas of Los Angeles. The ground is paved with hundreds of star-shaped stones, each bearing the name of a famous person or group. It has become quite an achievement to have your name added to this famous promenade.