California is a popular spot for outdoor adventures, but this national park up north hides a charming lake that's perfect for a peaceful getaway.
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Letting you in on a little secret: Just a short drive from San Francisco is an isolated beach backed by steep cliffs that rise up from beautiful blue waters.
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Just about an hour from the Bay Area, this charming California city offers a slower-paced escape with a range of outdoor activities, plus public art and more.
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This California town is a haven for birdwatchers and hikers. It also serves as an excellent home base for people wanting to visit wineries in the Napa Valley.
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Forget Napa and Sonoma Valley, this vineyard near Santa Barbara is the ultimate hidden gem, with a chic tasting room and everything from syrah to chandonnay.
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You don't always have to go big to see remarkable nature in California. This state park gives visitors the chance to see a range of rare plants and animals.
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Travel has never been cheaper and more accessible, and the numbers reflect that reality. San Diego's new terminal overhaul is meeting that demand in style.
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Believe it or not, a turquoise lake in southern California's Mojave Desert has dozens of campsites, lovely hiking trails, and numerous activities on the lake.
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San Diego may be known for its craft beers, but this Californian city is poised to edge it out with taprooms galore and a central focus on all things beer.
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You've likely heard of this iconic California beach town, but its hip reputation is being trashed by more cleanliness complaints than any other in the world.
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It may be costly to live in California's most expensive neighborhood, but this tech hub is rich with opportunities and promotes a luxurious lifestyle.
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From oceanfront luxury to desert zen retreats, these three luxury California resorts just claimed top spots on the list of 2025’s best new hotels.
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Nestled on the coast, this serene stop offers surfing, paddleboarding, nature parks, and unforgettable whale-watching between Long Beach and San Diego.
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There's nothing quite like a walk in the fresh, West Coast air, and this street in California offers among the best strolls , complete with shops and dining.
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For an unique and interesting excursion in L.A. County, head to this abandoned boomtown that is located in a stunning canyon along a dirt hiking trail.
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For a stunning spectacle of black and orange wings, head to this free California monarch sanctuary where butterflies flit among the eucalyptus and pine trees.
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Just 4 miles from Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, this purple sand beach is home to a natural archway known as Keyhole Arch and migrating monarch butterflies.
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This alpine village in Big Bear, California offers plenty of ways to hit the slopes and enjoy the great outdoors as well as amazing shopping, eats, and more.
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If 9-miles of hair-raising and utterly thrilling Class V rapids in California's Yosemite Valley is your cup of tea, this this rapid run is a must-have day trip.
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A chill summer road trip sounds great –– until you end up in bumper to bumper traffic. Luckily, you can avoid too many other cars on the road near these cities.
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This recreation area has several different hiking areas offering tastes of the desert's flora and fauna, plus access to the famous Mitchell Caverns.
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This SoCal city is a true hidden gem, home to a trendy shopping district, mouthwatering restaurants, and taprooms within walking distance from the beach.
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According to the data, this city, which is filled with comfortable outdoor activities, claims the title of California's safest place to live.
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If there's any place in America that would argue almonds don't get enough love, it would be this laid-back city just an hour south of Sacramento.
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Almost every home in America has a street address that is used to deliver mail, except for this one town in California. But that may be all about to change.
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A historically diverse neighborhood is fighting extreme heat with colorful, innovative design, transforming streets into cooler, livelier spaces.
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Lake Tahoe is one of the most iconic and beautiful outdoor destinations in the world. But the road trips around its borders are just as breathtaking.
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