Fresno County is one of California's most prominent, with nearly 6,000 square miles. Our List of Fresno County day trips has something for everyone: tourist attractions, national parks, hidden gems, and family-friendly destinations. Whether you are a local or just passing through, Fresno County … [Read more...]
Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park
Santa Ana Zoo Prentice Park The Santa Ana Zoo opened in 1952 on land donated by local citrus grower Joseph Prentice. He had two conditions for the city: the park would be named after him, and the other that at least fifty monkeys would always be on display.Today, the Zoo still has its 50 … [Read more...]
Malakoff Diggins State Park Gold Country Day Trip
If you have ever doubted the power of water, visit Malakoff Diggins Historical State Park and see what water can do ~ in grand style.Malakoff Diggins State Historical Park is the site of the largest hydraulic mine in California. It is 26 miles northeast of Nevada City, also known as the Gold … [Read more...]
Palm Springs Air Museum Day Trip
The Palm Springs Air Museum allows visitors to experience firsthand the sacrifice our flyers made in preserving the freedom we take for granted. It’s a worthwhile stop on your next getaway and the perfect opportunity to pay homage to those heroes.The museum is home to one of the nation's largest … [Read more...]
Fallbrook Day Trip Where To Go What To See
Located in the northern part of San Diego County is Fallbrook, also well known as the ” Avocado Capital of the World.” The area produced olives as its major crop in the 1920s, but in the 40s became part of the rapidly increasing California avocado and floral industry.Today Fallbrook, California, … [Read more...]
Sonoma Valley Day Trip Things To Do
The “Valley of the Moon,” Sonoma Valley, is where rich history and modern pleasures collide. California winemaking started 200 years ago and is where good restaurants, state-of-the-art spas, and adventurers thrive.Not as well-known or touristy as its neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma’s kick-back vibe … [Read more...]
Ganna Walska Lotusland Santa Barbara Day Trip
Lotusland in Santa Barbara is a spectacular collection of more than 3,000 plants from around the world and the historic Montecito estate of Madame Walska. Lotus flowers are the garden's highlight, beautifully displayed in a swimming pool that was transformed into a spectacular centerpiece when in … [Read more...]
Tomales Bay Day Trip From San Francisco
In Marin County, only 40 miles north of San Francisco, visiting the Tomales Bay Region is like seeing another world. Tomales Bay is a long, narrow strip of water that opens off of Bodega Bay. Because it is an outcropping from another bay, the water in Tomales Bay is protected from the strong Pacific … [Read more...]
Day Trip To The Petersen Automobile Museum Los Angeles
More than an automotive museum, the Petersen is a cathedral of cars where hot rods sit aside early electric vehicles, classic gems, and star cars from Hollywood. If you're a car buff, you'll think you died and went to heaven.Initially opened in 1994 in a former Ohrbach's department store by … [Read more...]
Glen Ellen Sonoma County Day Trip
Pretty Glen Ellen has a population that hovers around just 1000 souls. Nevertheless, this peaceful Sonoma town offers those who want off the beaten track plenty of opportunities to eat, drink, and de-stress. And you couldn't ask for a more picturesque place to do so.Hospitable locals welcome you … [Read more...]
10 Best Family Day Trips From Los Angeles
Here are ten fun ideas for family-friendly outings in and around Los Angeles. Both parents and children will love these day trips—travel time to these destinations, two hours or less from downtown Los Angeles.1. Los Angeles Zoo Family Day Trip Since opening its doors in 1966, the Los Angeles … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
California's past still lives in Jamestown 1897 State Historic Park, from the architecture of its buildings along Main Street to Railtown, a state park that has preserved a still-functioning steam locomotive repair and maintenance facility, portions of which date back as far as 1897.Formerly a … [Read more...]
Noah Purifoy Joshua Tree Outdoor Museum
Day Trip to Noah Purifoy Joshua Tree Outdoor MuseumNoah Purifoy Outdoor Museum is an unusual collection of artwork, way out there in the middle of nowhere along a dusty desert road.Artist Noah Purifoy (1917-2004) moved to the desert to escape because Los Angeles was just too expensive to … [Read more...]
Alabama Hills Owens Valley Road Trip Mobius Arch
You don't want to miss Alabama Hills Owens Valley; visit points of interest.Take a drive in the Alabama Hills’ “movie flats” and walk in the footsteps of the Lone Ranger, Russell Crowe, Gene Autry, and Mel Gibson. Or enjoy the natural beauty of one of California’s most delightfully weird outdoor … [Read more...]
Arches National Park Utah Day Trip
Covering 76,679 acres, Arches National Park in eastern Utah is located alongside the Colorado River. The park is home to more than 2000 natural sandstone arches, making it the world's highest density of natural arches and, in addition to the arches, turning it into a wonderland of red … [Read more...]
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