31 California Hidden Gems from TikTok

31 California Hidden Gems from TikTok

Like ancient global empires of the past, social media platforms are constantly rising and falling. We have the Myspace profile ruins, a booming Twitter population, and the buzzy new kid on the block — TikTok. More than just dance challenges and Starbucks drink hacks, TikTok offers a world of wonder, and you don’t even have to travel outside the country to view it. In honor of the 31st state in the union, here are 31 California hidden gems as seen on TikTok.

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1. A dreamy outdoor tequila bar in San Jose

@bui_basics

Here is a #tequilabar we discovered in the Bay Area, California. It has yummy #craftcocktails and the best #bohochic vibes. Highly recommend!

♬ Levitating – Dua Lipa

2. Narnia in Mill Valley

@localgetaways

This dreamy sunrise spot is only a few minutes off Hwy 101 🐴✨ #horses#sunrise#bayarea#beautifuldestinations#millvalley#horsehill#marincounty#views

♬ FOUND IN DREAMLAND – Terrell Burt

3. Ice cream tacos in Los Angeles

@losangeles_eats

FOLLOW to find out WHERE everything posted on this page is from! Revealing locations at 100k! 👅 #icecream LegendaryChallenge #GreentoPurple

♬ Seve – Tez Cadey

4. Surfing without getting in the water in Dana Point

@localgetaways

You don’t have to get wet to go surfing #golfboard #golflife #golfing #surfing #surfboard #onthegreen

♬ Burn – Official Sound Studio

5. Paragliding proposals in Santa Barbara

@santabarbarapicnicco

This wasn’t planned… 🪂 #busythinkingabout #picnic #paragliding #santabarbara #picnicfantasy

♬ The Spins – Mac Miller & Empire of the Sun

6. A gorgeous indoor/outdoor restaurant in Corte Madera

@localgetaways

The newest RH rooftop restaurant in Corte Madera — thanks for the tip @destroyeats! #rh #rhrooftop #cortemadera #marin #traveltiktok #bayareafoodies

♬ Sleepmode – Official Sound Studio

7. The epitome of the Southwest in Joshua Tree

@eagertravele

My fav trail in Joshua Tree National Park #foryoupage #fypage #nationalpark #joshuatree #joshuatreenationalpark #hikingtrail #california #california

♬ The Night We Met – Lord Huron

8. Kayaking with seals and otters in Moss Landing

@localgetaways

Kayaking in Elkhorn Slough, tons of sea otters and seals!#kayakingadventures#seaotter#seals#weekendvibes#elkhornsloughmontereybay@elkhornslough.org

♬ Lazy Sunday – Official Sound Studio

9. A restaurant with a funicular in Capitola

https://www.tiktok.com/@amanii.xo/video/6949624828781513990?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1

10. The Taj Mahal floating home in Sausalito

@localgetaways

Sausalito’s Taj Mahal floating home at sunrise #sausalito #marincounty

♬ SO FAR AWAY – ZØYA

11. A hidden gem paradise in Laguna Beach

@exploringwithvee

After more than a year finally got to go haha #lagunabeach #socal #leavenotrace #hiddengems

♬ Freaks – Surf Curse

12. The best vegan wrap in the North Bay

@localgetaways

The best vegan wrap in the North Bay! #veganfood#sausalito#hiddengems#veganwrap#bayareafoodies#foodtiktok#livelongandprosper#vulcan#hikingfood

♬ NOTHING – Westover

13. Sunflower maze in Carlsbad

@lewildexplorer

Sunflowers and Strawberries in SoCal! #socal #sandiego #outdoors #california

♬ original sound – Jeanine | adventure travel

14. Self-serve boba in Irvine

https://www.tiktok.com/@queenchristinnee/video/6875091939293760773?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowQ1BXxPV40uqGbQPcXIkUQdmCDfRexEu1EchyKi34q9jpnnG0QwF3e6KoQNyUBVftGgA%3D&enable_clips=1&language=en&preview_pb=0&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAImQZFCNWEc5ignZ8E6zj9M_JcqtK1ib4753TGhNCeoSm2AwZE_8jpY1xlsxBUAyJ&share_app_id=1233&share_item_id=6875091939293760773&share_link_id=68F16D66-6B65-4B7F-9D02-5EC30E775BBC&source=h5_m&timestamp=1620165331&tt_from=sms&u_code=dhe3382ka8822g&user_id=6938490976445793286&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=sms&_r=1

15. Drive-thru tree in Eureka

@santanalovee

Missing road trips with my bae 🥺 #chandelier #chandeliertree #sequoia #eureka #california #drivethru

♬ Ты мой кайф – Джаро & Ханза

16. The dreamiest hotel in Cambria

@codingbff

Hidden gem in California. #cambria #lodge #whitewater #moonstonebeach #roadtrip #stayvacation #hotelcalifornia #centralcalifornia #airbnb

♬ Paradise – TELL YOUR STORY music by Ikson™

17. An outdoor art wonderland at the Salton Sea

@viancacastro

Found this cool place because of TikTok 😎 #bombaybeach #saltonsea #getaway #ArtSkills #Walmart2hrExpress #art #museum #drivein

♬ Runaway (U & I) [Svidden & Jarly Remix] [Paper Towns Soundtrack Version] – Galantis

18. The best egg sandwiches in Cupertino

@bayareafoodies

Like 👍, if you love eggs! #egg #eggs #eggsandwich #tiktokfood #tiktokfoodie #cupertino #bayarea #sanjose #viral #fyp #foryou

♬ original sound – Tim

19. Independence Trail in Grass Valley

@wendibennettzimmerman

#grassvalley #california #independencetrail #hikingadventures

♬ Sunset Lover – Petit Biscuit

20. Stunning sunsets at June Lake

@thesocalgal

One of California’s lesser known hikes! #californiaadventure #norcal #naturelover #junelake #sierranevada #hiddengems #california #hikingtips

♬ Stay – Kygo / Maty Noyes

21. Railbikes in Sacramento

@maddy.edmunds

Reposting this footage ✨ Sacramento RiverFox Train Railbikes #thingstodoinsacramento #thingstodoinsac #sactiktok #916tiktok #916 #railbikes

♬ Vivi Trend x No hands DJ Yames – Dj_yames

22. Clearwater kayaking in Tahoe

@thecameronlee

Would you do it? #travel #laketahoe #fyc #foryou #travelmememories #kayak #nature #lakeview #adventure #traveltheworld #WorldSeries #GamingLife

♬ Stuck In The Middle – Tai Verdes

23. A secret garden restaurant in LA

@labucketlist

Who’s heading to Fia for dinner this weekend? 🌱 #la #santamonica #bucketlisters

♬ Pretty Boy Swag x What You Know mashup – asamr

24. Portside Pier in San Diego

@meganelisevarela

Have you been here yet?? 😍 #sandiego #eatlocal #datenight #girlsnight #localbeer #craftbrewery #sandiegocheck #comfortfood #smallbusiness

♬ Novice Juggler – Joey Pecoraro

25. A color-changing butterfly drink in San Francisco

@allie.eats

Too extra or not extra enough? 💁🏻‍♀️ #foodinfluencer #foodie #sanfrancisco #bayareacheck #bayareafoodies #instaworthy #prettydrinks

♬ original sound – Allie Eats

26. Kelso Dunes in Mojave National Preserve

@readysetpto

add to your bucket list people!! #kelsodunes #california #mojavedesert #sanddunes @harimarishoes #travel #adventure #losangeles

♬ Pound Cake – Baby Gas

27. The perfect beer garden date spot in Oakland

@millie.lai

Quick trip to #oakland #beergarden #brewery #minivlog #tiktokfoodie #supportlocal #drakesdealership #drakesoakland #pizza 🍻🍕🥳

♬ Because of You – Ne-Yo

28. The historic Sutro Baths

@bossybrittany

1004 Point Lobos Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121 for everyone asking where Sutro Baths are! ❤️📍 #sanfrancisco #sutrobaths #onestepcloser

♬ Runaway – AURORA

29. Big Sur Bakery

@millie.lai

Stopped by here for ☕️ & pastries while at Big Sur!💫 #bigsur #bigsurbakery #coffeeshop #bakery #sffoodie #norcal #bigsurca

♬ Night & Day – Instrumental

30. Año Nuevo State Park

@puretrips

Finding hidden gem #3 at Año Nuevo State Park #hiddengem #pch #highway1 #pacificcoasthighway #hiddencove #californiabeach #tiktoktaughtme

♬ Buttercup – Jack Stauber

31. And more amazing food in San Francisco

@nicolejadeyee

Don’t sleep on this bakery – #janethebakery #fyp #bakery #croissant #kouignamann #cookie #food #review #foodtiktok #sanfrancisco #sf #foryou

♬ Dancing in My Room – 347aidan

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