March 4th and 5th, 2023 The Dana Point Whale Festival is one of Southern California's largest whale celebrations. Visitors come from all over Southern California to celebrate the annual migration of gray whales from Alaska to Mexico. This fun-filled event draws thousands of visitors to Dana … [Read more...]
1000 Steps Beach Salt Water Pools South Laguna Beach
1000 Steps Beach is located in South Laguna Beach. Access to the beach is by a steep stairway from Pacific Coast Highway. The trip down to the beach is quick and easy; the backup is strenuous even though there are only about 200 steps, not the thousand steps the name implies. The beach gets its name … [Read more...]
Sunset State Beach Day Trip & Camping
Only 16 miles from Santa Cruz, California, and within easy day-trip reach of San Francisco and Monterey, Sunset State Beach provides diverse experiences. The State Beach provides 3 miles of unspoiled Pacific coastline for visitors to enjoy. The approximately 167-acre park contains four separate … [Read more...]
Atascadero Day Trip California Central Coast
Home to some of California's best wineries, the small rural town of Atascadero in San Luis Obispo Count's is a hidden gem you don't want to miss. With its combination of rolling hillsides studded with oaks and expansive vistas, Atascadero is the perfect blend of tranquil retreat and lively … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Bommer Canyon Nature Trail
Bommer Canyon is a hidden gem between Turtle Ridge and Shady Canyon in Irvine, California. At one time, the canyon was an essential part of the Irvine ranch cattle operations. The cattle are long gone today, but several buildings, cattle loading ramps, corrals, and equipment can be seen at the … [Read more...]
Old Tucson Western Town Arizona Day Trip
"The Old Tucson attraction has a new operator that plans to operate the site as a theme park and filming location." Check their website for current hours and attractions. Currently, a miniature train on the site looks like it came from the now-closed Bonnie Springs Ranch near Las Vegas. American … [Read more...]
Coachella Valley Preserve Palm Springs Day Trip
Coachella Valley Preserve is a short, convenient, air-conditioned day trip from Palm Springs. Take a nice leisurely walk through a natural oasis in the middle of the desert, or work up a sweat under the sweltering desert sun, and then retire for a cool drink in the shade of a gorgeous palm grove. … [Read more...]
Sunnylands Rancho Mirage Day Trip
What do Ronald Reagan, Queen Elizabeth II, Frank Sinatra, Clark Gable, and Richard Nixon all have in common? They have all stayed behind the pink security walls of Sunnylands, the former winter residence of billionaires Walter and Leonore Annenberg in Rancho Mirage, California. Once only … [Read more...]
Emma Wood State Beach Camping Reservations
With excellent beachfront camping and beautiful panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Emma Wood State Beach offers campers and day users an incredible place to unwind and soak up the golden rays of Southern California’s summer sunshine. Positioned along the southern California coast and … [Read more...]
Quail Hill Loop Trail Day Hike Irvine CA
Quail Hill Loop Trail Day Hike Irvine, CA, is part of the City of Irvine open space preserve. The trail is slightly over 2 miles long and perfect for a family hike. There is ample free parking at the trailhead, and if you bring your cell phone, there is an audio tour. The loop begins with an … [Read more...]
Silver Strand State Beach San Diego Beach Camping
Silver Strand State Beach is located on the sand strip separating San Diego Bay from the Pacific Ocean. Silver Strand is San Diego's most popular place for beach camping. Silver Strand gives you the feeling of a remote location while being only a few miles away from the city. Camping at Silver … [Read more...]
Reagan Ranch Center Santa Barbara Day Trip
The Reagan Ranch Center in downtown Santa Barbara is adjacent to the Amtrak station on State Street. Most folks will never get a chance to go to the Reagan Ranch, so a visit to the ranch center is the next best thing. The center features original Reagan Ranch artifacts in interactive exhibits … [Read more...]
Day Trip Cabrillo Marine Aquarium San Pedro
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium San Pedro is a beautiful aquarium near the Los Angeles Harbor entrance. While not nearly as large as the Aquarium of the Pacific, it is the perfect size to explore with kids. Cabrillo Aquarium has a good selection of exhibits and fish tanks that exclusively display Southern … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Bodega Bay From San Francisco
Bodega Bay's small coastal town is probably best known for its cinematic past, which has been engulfed in Hitchcock horror. Still, this pleasant town on the Sonoma coast offers a lot more and is the perfect destination for a romantic weekend or family day trip. Clamming, camping, sailing, a walk … [Read more...]
Day Tripper’s Guide to Salt Point State Park
Salt Point State Park is not so far from some of California’s great metropolises. Once you arrive, however, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another world. Above and below sea level, Salt Point offers visitors a mind-boggling array of activities. There are trails for hikers and those … [Read more...]
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