This park on a peninsula in San Diego is home to five species of hummingbirds, stunning tide pools, overlooks to spot whales, and trails for all abilities.
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With two restaurants and a bar, a sparkling pool surrounded by cabanas, and private terraces overlooking the mountains, this is the perfect California retreat.
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Steeped in history and tragedy, the Punta Gorda Lighthouse on California's rugged Lost Coast is the perfect day trip or longer backcountry camping adventure.
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Driving this scenic byway just minutes outside of downtown Los Angeles might be risky, but you'll be rewarded with beautiful mountain views and picnic spots.
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Stretching from San Diego to Riverside, this sprawling California national forest promises amazing views and an endless list of hiking trail options.
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An hour from Los Angeles, this California state recreation area is a haven for camping, fishing, swimming, and hiking, with access to the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Tucked in the hills near San Diego is this off-grid glamping resort, offering stylish geodome tents and opportunities for hiking, yoga, stargazing, and more.
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A winding road trip along this scenic byway in California crosses dazzling alpine lakes and enormous, impressive sequoia trees alongside Yellowstone.
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A laid-back SoCal beach combines Spanish Revival streets with a compelling Hollywood history for a hidden coastal town refreshingly free of crowds.
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Start off the fall season with a charming festival in an underrated California city known for its amazing vineyards and wine-focused events throughout October.
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Just outside San Diego, a hidden California park offers lush forests, wildflower meadows, and sweeping Pacific views from its mountain summit.
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This boutique hotel on California's coast is a perfect base for whale watching, with opportunities to see both grey and humpback whales in season.
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Just outside Palm Springs, a rugged California park dazzles with alpine forests, steep peaks, and some of the most challenging trails in America.
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Whether its hiking or striking waterfalls you're looking for, these majestic stops along the Pacific Coast Highway are worth stopping at and exploring.
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With multiple tiers of rushing water and a stunning path that winds through arid landscapes, this SoCal waterfall is a treasure — just be mindful of the heat.
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Despite its enticing beauty, you may want to keep out of the water at this California beach, as experts warn about the dangers of its pollution.
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Follow the smell of sourdough to this tiny mountain town near the Sierra Nevada that's dripping with Gold Rush history and has nearby caverns to explore.
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California is the fourth-largest economy in the world, and it shows. There's perhaps no better example of the state's prosperity than this upscale suburb.
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Treat yourself to a vacation that pampers you from start to finish. One unique California destination makes all of that possible without breaking the bank.
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Surfing came to America from Hawaii in 1885, and it all started at this buzzing coastal town in California. Explore its beaches, attractions, and surfing past.
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You don't have to go far from the San Bernadino airport in California to find an overlooked city full of stunning hikes and urban vibes.
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This glitzy SoCal beach town is anything but sleepy. With epic waves, hundreds of restaurants, and a lively events calendar, there's never a dull moment.
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Head less than two hours out of Los Angeles into the San Bernardino Mountains to find one of California's most underrated waterfall trail hikes.
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Two things are true about Yosemite National Park: It's beautiful, and it's popular. This nearby wilderness area gives you the views without the crowds.
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Planning future travel to Northern California and its iconic wine country? Luckily, Southwest Airlines is coming to a "Peanuts" airport and people are elated.
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This off-the-beaten-path campground in California's Sierra Nevada is a slice of mountain paradise for outdoorsy folks who love hiking to waterfalls.
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From San Diego to San Francisco, a legendary California road trip awaits. Explore the coast and make many stops on the way for the perfect retirement adventure.
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