View from the Garrapata State Park Bluff Trail in Big Sur, California

Garrapata State Park Bluff Trail near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in Southern California

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in Borrego Springs, CA: Things to Do (+ Tips for Visiting!)

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is one of the most beautiful state parks in California, with many things to do, from hiking to scenic drives. Located in the Colorado Desert in Southern California, Anza-Borrego State Park features spectacular desert landscapes, outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities, and a variety of flora and fauna. At around 600,000 acres, Anza-Borrego is the largest of California’s … Read More

Sea Lion Point Trail in Point Lobos State Reserve, Carmel, California

Sea Lion Point Trail in Point Lobos State Reserve, Carmel

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