California Road Trips

A marina with several sailboats docked along the water. A white sailboat with a blue cover is in the foreground. In the background, there are multi-story buildings, palm trees, and a partly cloudy sky. The setting appears to be a coastal city in San Diego, perfect for a California road trip.

California Road Trip: San Diego

San Diego has four distinct seasons: early summer, summer, late summer and next summer. It’s hard to beat the weather in San Diego and any […]

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A straight road leads towards distant, rugged mountains under a clear blue sky. The landscape features dry, grassy terrain on either side of the road, with tall, snow-capped peaks dominating the horizon—a perfect scene for a California road trip to Mammoth Mountain.

California Road Trip: Mammoth Mountain

There are certain people who will do just about anything to fulfill their dream. When Hugh Hefner decided to launch Playboy magazine in 1953, he

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Rocky seaside landscape during sunset. The view shows a rugged coastline with rocks and cliffs, sparse green vegetation on the right, and calm waves washing against the shore. The sky is painted with hues of orange and pink, gradually blending into a clear blue, perfect for the best scuba diving Northern California offers.

Best Places to Scuba Dive in Northern California

If you want to scuba dive between the Oregon border and the Bay Area along the rugged Pacific Coast in Northern California, you’ll see a

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A golden retriever stands on a California beach with waves crashing nearby. The dog's fur is wet, and it looks happy with its tongue out. The scene is illuminated by warm, golden sunlight, giving it a serene and joyful atmosphere at one of the coolest dog-friendly beaches in Northern California.

The Coolest Dog-Friendly Beaches in Northern California

Have you ever seen anything as happy as a dog playing on the beach? Me neither. Sometimes I borrow my neighbor’s dog just to take

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A bright orange scallop rests on a rocky seabed in Monterey. Its rough textured shell blends with the surrounding gray and white pebbles, while the vibrant orange inner part contrasts against the muted background. Small pieces of debris are scattered around, making it a hidden gem for Best Scuba Diving Central Coast.

Best Places to Scuba Dive on the Central Coast

Along The Golden State’s lengthy coast of 840 miles, Central California between San Francisco and San Luis Obispo (roughly 300 miles) offers some of the

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A scenic beach in southern California with white waves crashing against the shore and cliffs in the background. People are scattered along the sandy beach and swimming in the ocean. There are umbrellas and beach towels on the sand. The sky is partly cloudy—perfect timing for some of the Best Snorkeling Southern California offers.

Best Places to Go Snorkeling in Southern California

No matter where you go between Santa Barbara and San Diego, it’s no coincidence that the best diving sites are also great for snorkeling. The

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A stunning view of Yosemite National Park features majestic granite cliffs, lush green forests, and a clear blue sky. El Capitan and Half Dome are prominently visible, with the expansive valley floor covered in dense trees—a perfect highlight for any California road trip.

California Road Trip: Yosemite National Park

It always amazes me to meet people who’ve lived in California for years and have never been to Yosemite National Park. This national treasure is

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The image shows a geothermal area with steam rising from several points amidst rocky terrain, surrounded by forested hills. A wooden walkway winds through the landscape, with several people walking along it. A blue pool of water is visible in the foreground, making it a perfect Lassen National Park road trip stop.

California Road Trip: Lassen Volcanic National Park

Here’s an idea: Instead of driving to Lake Tahoe again for your alpine getaway, consider a detour to one the least-visited national parks in the lower

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