"Cathy, I understand your pain. Driving 80 miles can feel like an odyssey, especially in SoCal. Thankfully, there are loads of fun places where your family can meet in the middle (or close to it). I've rounded up some solid options. By the way, the driving times mentioned here are a rough estimate for a weekend day without traffic, but as you probably know, your actual time may vary."
"how about switching it up and spending the day with a different set of animals at the Montebello Barnyard Zoo for your next outing? That would be about a 40- to 50-minute drive for both of you. Open since 1968, the zoo is home to horses, goats, sheep and donkeys that you can pet (and feed them for an extra $3). If you're feeling adventurous, you can ride a pony or take a leisurely trip on a John Deere tractor train."
Family members living in Mission Viejo and Newhall face roughly an 80-mile trip along the 5 Freeway, so choosing a midpoint reduces travel. Weekend driving-time estimates can vary with traffic. Montebello Barnyard Zoo is a centrally located option about 40 to 50 minutes from each home; open since 1968, it houses horses, goats, sheep and donkeys that visitors can pet and feed for an extra $3. The site offers pony rides and a John Deere tractor-train. General admission is $11, with occasional Groupon deals. Nearby Blvd Mrkt in Downtown Montebello provides a food-hall option to satisfy varied tastes.
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