Sacramento is a worthy travel destination in itself, but its strategic location also makes it a great day trip hub. So if you are planning a trip, definitely consider some adding in some day trips from Sacramento! Ideas for day trips from Sacramento include a diverse range of Northern California destinations. Explore historic California Gold Rush towns, epic natural areas … Read More
Whitney Portal Road connects the Eastern Sierra town of Lone Pine with Whitney Portal, the gateway to Mount Whitney. In a region teeming with scenic drives, Whitney Portal Road is still worthy of a top spot on your bucket list. It is simply that beautiful. Located at an elevation of just under 8,400 feet, Whitney Portal contains the trailhead for … Read More
Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur is famous as the “purple sand beach.” But that’s not its only claim to fame: beautiful Keyhole Arch, which sits just offshore at Pfeiffer Beach, is one of the most photographed spots in Big Sur. Along with Bixby Creek Bridge and McWay Falls, Pfeiffer Beach is one of the top attractions in Big Sur. It … Read More
The short but spectacularly scenic Garrapata State Park Bluff Trail is a must-do Big Sur hike near Carmel-by-the-Sea. The coastline here is some of the most scenic you will see along the Big Sur coast. Soberanes Point to the south. The colorful cliffs of Garrapata to the north. The mighty Pacific Ocean to the west. And the scenic Santa Lucia … Read More
Point Lobos State Reserve is an exceptionally beautiful California state park, and one of the top natural attractions near Carmel on the scenic Monterey Peninsula. It is so beautiful that one could even say that Point Lobos is the best state park in California! Located on the Central California Coast, just two hours south of San Francisco, Point Lobos State … Read More
Mammoth Lakes is a year-round playground. Offering exciting recreation opportunities in a sensationally beautiful setting, the Eastern Sierra resort town is a must-visit getaway for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. Known for majestic Mammoth Mountain and the lakes of the Mammoth Lakes Basin, Mammoth Lakes is worth visiting for its spectacular natural scenery and several geological wonders. It is … Read More
If you love nature and adventure, you will find some amazing things to do in Lone Pine, CA. Sandwiched between the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the west and the Inyo Mountains to the east, the tiny town of Lone Pine sits nestled in the Owens Valley in eastern California. Lone Pine is known for its spectacular setting at the base … Read More
Charming Cambria is one of our most favorite Central California Coast destinations. There are plenty of fun things to do in Cambria, (and around Cambria), to keep you engaged, but it’s also the perfect place to just unwind and relax. Located along California Highway 1, about four hours by road from either San Francisco or Los Angeles, Cambria makes for … Read More
Considering a visit to Death Valley National Park and wondering where to stay in Death Valley? If you plan to spend two or more days exploring the park, you have many options for where to stay. Death Valley National Park is a spectacular desert national park in Southern California. It is the largest national park in the contiguous United States, … Read More
The beautiful Sea Lion Point Trail in Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is one of the most scenic short hikes you can do at the northern end of Big Sur. The park is located just south of Carmel-by-the-Sea. One of our favorite hikes in Point Lobos, Sea Lion Point Trail is among the most popular trails in the park. Families … Read More