Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Guide Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park sits along California’s historic Highway 49 on the South Fork of the American River in Coloma. This is the exact place where James W. Marshall spotted shiny flecks of gold in the tailrace of a sawmill he … [Read more...]
Erie Street Lowell: Bisbee, Arizona’s Frozen-in-Time 1950s Ghost Town
Walk Erie Street– Classic Cars & Mining History Erie Street is the only intact commercial stretch left of Lowell, Arizona—a copper mining town that once pulsed with life just southeast of Bisbee. What remains feels like a carefully staged movie set from the 1940s through the early 1960s, except … [Read more...]
Mount Charleston Day Trip from Las Vegas: Hiking, Trails & Cool Escape
Mount Charleston: Trails, Waterfalls & Scenic Drives Towering 11,000 feet above the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and just 40 minutes from the clanking slot machines of the Strip, Mount Charleston, formally named Charleston Peak, offers visitors an abundance of winter activities as well as a … [Read more...]
Drive Historic Route 66: National Trails Highway Through the Mojave Desert
Must-See Stops: Oro Grande to Amboy, California Long before the interstates erased most of the drama, the National Old Trails Highway carried travelers across the Mojave from New Mexico into California. Later aligned as Route 66, this stretch still exists as County Route 66 and the signed National … [Read more...]
California Academy of Sciences Guide: Tickets, Discounts & Must-See Exhibits
Visiting the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park If you’re heading to San Francisco and want one stop that delivers an aquarium, a living rainforest, a planetarium, and a natural history museum under the same roof, the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park delivers. This … [Read more...]
Southern California Beach Camping: Best Oceanfront Campgrounds
Beachfront Camping Southern California: Where to Go Wake up to the sound of crashing waves and fall asleep under a canopy of stars — Southern California beach camping delivers pure coastal magic for a fraction of the cost of a hotel. While oceanfront rooms regularly run $400+ a night, you can claim … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to California Eastern High Sierra Hot Springs
The Eastern Sierra region of California offers many opportunities for adventurous travelers to unwind and rejuvenate their senses. From the upper Owens Valley to Bridgeport, there are numerous hot mineral water pools. Locals maintain many primitive natural hot springs, while others remain in a … [Read more...]
Bakersfield CALM Zoo Guide: Native California Wildlife, Train Rides & More
Family Day Trip to California Living Museum Bakersfield, California Just east of Bakersfield along the lower Kern River sits one of the most distinctive zoos in California. The California Living Museum, better known as CALM Zoo, spans 14 acres and focuses exclusively on plants and animals native to … [Read more...]
Emerald Bay State Park Day Trip: Vikingsholm, Fannette Island & Trails
How to Explore Emerald Bay State Park, Lake Tahoe Discover crystal-clear waters, a historic Scandinavian castle, and dramatic granite shores on this iconic Lake Tahoe adventure—just a short drive from South Lake Tahoe.Emerald Bay State Park stands out as one of the most striking spots along … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Chloride, AZ: Historic Mining Town, Murals & Cyanide Springs
Visiting Chloride, Arizona: A Living Ghost Town Chloride, Arizona, is about a 30-minute drive from Kingman, Arizona. The town's name comes from the silver chloride in the nearby hills. The town has a population of around 250 full-time residents, significantly fewer than the 2,000-plus residents in … [Read more...]
Ride the Historic Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad to Silverton, Colorado
Durango Railroad: Steam Train Rides, Schedules, Tickets & Tips Climb aboard a chugging steam locomotive and travel deep into the rugged San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. This living piece of American rail history delivers jaw-dropping … [Read more...]
Planning Your Carlsbad Caverns Adventure: Trails, Bat Flights & Tips
Carlsbad Caverns National Park Day Trip: Underground Wonders in New Mexico Carlsbad Caverns National Park delivers one of the most jaw-dropping underground experiences in the American Southwest. Tucked into the Guadalupe Mountains of southern New Mexico, this park showcases massive limestone caves … [Read more...]
Day Trip Guide: Wrigley Botanic Garden Catalina: Scenic Trails & Native Flora
Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden, Catalina Island: What to See & Do Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden sits on Catalina Island, a favorite Southern California day-trip destination, roughly 22 miles off the Los Angeles coast. This 38-acre hillside site combines striking architecture, … [Read more...]
Nevada Historic Railroads: Scenic Trips on Vintage Trains from Carson City to Ely
Historic Nevada Train Rides: Steam Locomotives, Rail Bikes & Museum Excursions Trains shaped Nevada's past, hauling silver and gold ore along with supplies during the mining booms of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, historic railroads across the state keep that legacy alive with … [Read more...]
Saddle Up at Sunset Ranch: Griffith Park Trail Rides with Hollywood Sign Views
LA Day Trip: Sunset Ranch Hollywood: Horseback Trail Rides Imagine trading the noise and traffic of Hollywood for the steady rhythm of hooves on dusty trails, the scent of chaparral in the air, and the Hollywood Sign growing larger with every step. At Sunset Ranch, you can do exactly that. Tucked … [Read more...]
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