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National Old Trails Highway Road Trip

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National Trails Highway, located just west of Needles, California, was once the main route for travelers from New Mexico to California.Our road trip takes us along the iconic National Trails Highway named after the coast-to-coast highway predating Route 66, but today, only a few ghostly shadows … [Read more...]

The Crochet Museum: An Unexpected Stop in Joshua Tree

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The World Famous Crochet Museum is a fascinating roadside attraction behind the Joshua Tree Saloon. The Crochet Museum is in a small artist colony, including Soul Connection, Art Queen Gallery, Space Cowboy Books, a ceramic shop, and a glass blower. If you visit Joshua Tree National Park, it's worth … [Read more...]

The Big List of California Roadside Attractions

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Road trips are incomplete without stopping at a roadside attraction. California highways once had hundreds of these attractions, many disappearing with the construction of multi-lane freeways. Today, a few original roadside attractions still exist, along with new "internet attractions" that have … [Read more...]

Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Day Trip From Bishop

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The Bristlecone Pine Forest is a day trip destination from Bishop, California, located in the White Mountains within the Inyo National Forest, about an hour's drive uphill.At an elevation between 10,000 and 11,000 feet, the forest boasts incredible views of the Sierra Nevada and the surrounding … [Read more...]

Discover San Diego on a Budget with the Discount Card

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Go City: San Diego All-Inclusive PassThe San Diego Discount Card provides access to over 48 attractions, activities, and tours in San Diego. You won't have to wait in line to purchase tickets; present your pass and enter. With a single payment, you can visit the top attractions in San Diego, … [Read more...]

Planes of Fame Air Museum Day Trip

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Planes of Fame Air Museum is in Chino, California, at Chino Municipal Airport. Visitors can explore a vast collection of military aircraft and memorabilia, including beautifully restored and rare planes.See the world's first all-metal monoplane (the Boeing P-26) and the only surviving … [Read more...]

Bryan Preserve Mendocino County Day Trip

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Bryan Preserve Mendocino CountyWhen you think of California's North Coast, what comes to mind? Towering redwood trees? Desolate beaches? Zebras? Yes, zebras! The Bryan Preserve, located in Point Arena in Southern Mendocino County, is a wildlife preserve with two zebra species and several … [Read more...]

Things to Do Labor Day Weekend in Southern California

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Labor Day is considered the informal conclusion of summer, though, in Southern California, the season is ongoing. During this holiday weekend, families can engage in enjoyable activities together. Famous Labor Day weekend activities include camping, visiting theme parks, beaches, or festivals. The … [Read more...]

Queen Califia’s Magical Circle Garden Escondido

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Visit the beautiful Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden, an art and statue display in Northern San Diego County. Although hours are limited, the experience is well worth the effort.This sculpture garden was created by French artist Niki de Saint Phalle, who drew inspiration from early … [Read more...]

Exploring the Ruins of Limekiln State Park

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Limekiln State Park, situated in Big Sur, boasts a 100-foot waterfall, Redwood trees, and miles of rocky coast. Camping and hiking are popular here.The most prominent features at the park are Limekiln Creek's 100-foot waterfall and ruins of stone furnaces that were used to produce lime in the … [Read more...]

Bishop California Day Trips Points of Interest

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Bishop, California, is a small town in Inyo County with a rich history. With a population of just under 4,000, it was initially named Bishop Creek and remains the most populous place in Inyo County.Bishop, California, is famous for hosting Bishop Mule Days, a week-long festival that has taken … [Read more...]