Northern California

A snowy egret with bright white plumage is captured mid-flight against a pale sky. Its long wings are spread wide, showcasing delicate feathers, and its legs dangle below. The bird's beak is pointed and dark, contrasting with its light body—a perfect sight for Northern California getaways.

The Tallest Trees, Nude Beaches, Swimming Holes: Hidden Northern California Coast Exposed

Several years ago, I wrote a guidebook called Best Places to the Northern California Coast. I started at the Oregon Border and took every road […]

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A person in a light blue shirt holds large clusters of dark purple grapes in both hands, embodying the charm of small-town getaways in Northern California. The background is blurred, suggesting an outdoor setting. The grapes appear fresh and plump.

The Best Small-Town Getaways in Northern California

There’s something about strolling around a small town that restores your faith in America — that, in the long run, everything’s going to be alright.

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The 7 Natural Wonders of California

Sometimes we need to remind ourselves how lucky we are to be living in California. We have it all: beaches, mountains, volcanoes, coastal forests, and

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A coastal scene with a sandy beach and rocky shoreline, perfect for wildlife watching in Northern California. Numerous seals lounge on the sand near the water as ocean waves gently roll onto the shore, with a grassy cliff rising on the left side of the image.

NorCal Winter Wildlife Watching

If you’re looking for something interesting and affordable to do this winter in Northern California, Mother Nature puts on some pretty good free shows. Much

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A large rocky formation at the edge of the ocean, with a natural archway through the middle. The setting sun glows brightly through the arch, casting warm light on the surrounding rocks and gentle waves washing up on the shore—a hidden gem among Big Sur secrets.

The Best Things to Do in Big Sur

You know it’s there, and you know you’ve been wanting to go, yet when’s the last time you’ve taken a weekend getaway to Big Sur?

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A modern cliffside home with a wooden exterior features a curved balcony overlooking an ocean at sunset. Large glass doors open to a luxurious interior, reminiscent of architecturally iconic California hotels, while a lounge chair on the balcony provides a serene spot to enjoy the scenic view.

Deep Design Dive into These Architecturally Iconic California Hotels

In this new era of travel, getting away also means staying safe. Thus, small, boutique spaces that mesh easily with the great outdoors — rather

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The tail of a whale emerges from the water in front of a large bridge structure. The reddish-orange bridge and rocky background contrast with the ocean surface where one of the whales in Northern California is diving.

Know How to Spot These 5 Whales in Northern California

Whales are among the largest and oldest animals on Earth, with a spectacular tale of evolution. They began as land-dwelling, hoofed mammals more than 50

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Two towering sequoia trees stretch upwards against a bright blue sky, framed by other trees and leafy branches. The thick trunks and dense foliage create an awe-inspiring perspective, evoking the grandeur of California Gold Country's historic mining towns.

California’s Gold Country: Giant Sequoias and Historical Mining Towns

Featured Photo: Calaveras Big Trees State Park/Marelbu via Wikimedia Commons One of the most underrated and inexpensive tourist destinations in the state, California’s Gold Country

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