San Luis Obispo is a quiet little college town where students, residents, and tourists mingle in coffee shops and shopping districts. There is so much more to do and see here that it will take several days to explore the area.The city is nestled among the hills, just south of Paso Robles, … [Read more...]
Day Trip Campo Train Museum Pacific Southwest Railway
Pacific Southwest Railway Museum is located in Campo, California. The train museum is a little off the beaten path but worth a visit. The museum is located on the grounds of what used to be Camp Lockett. The gymnasium building of the camp is now the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum car shop.On … [Read more...]
McGrath State Beach Camping Oxnard California
Due to flooding, as of 7/10/2019, McGrath State Beach is closed until further notice. McGrath State Beach has 172 campsites by the beach and is next to the Santa Clara River and dunes.At McGrath's northern end is the Santa Clara Estuary Natural Preserve, which includes eight ecosystems and a … [Read more...]
Discovery Cube Orange County
Discovery Cube Orange CountyDiscovery Cube is located just off the five freeways in Santa Ana. It's hard not to miss the science center with its giant black solar cube hanging over the highway. Inside the center are two floors with more than 150 interactive exhibits.The solar Cube is the … [Read more...]
Day Trip San Diego’s Coronado Island
Coronado is more than just a San Diego beach town. The village of Coronado is charming and offers numerous boutiques and dining options. Nearby points of interest tell about the rich history of this town and surrounding areas, including the landmark Hotel Del Coronado, where Marilyn Monroe starred … [Read more...]
Seaport Village San Diego Day Trip Things To Do
Seaport Village is located along a prime stretch of waterfront spread across 14 acres; The village is a unique San Diego shopping, dining, and recreation experience. Over 50 shops and restaurants range from a Mexcian Cantina to a quaint Fish Market.Designed to reflect the New England clapboard … [Read more...]
Beverly Hills Day Trip Best Things To Do Attractions
Although most Californians cannot afford many of the items that sparkle from the windows of the posh stores that line Rodeo Drive, a day trip to Beverly Hills will allow you to experience how the other half lives.The Spanish cobblestone streets of Rodeo Drive are as synonymous with Beverly Hills … [Read more...]
Bravo Farms Kettleman City Roadside Attraction
Bravo Farms is a roadside attraction on Highway 99 Tulare and Fresno. The Kettleman City location is the largest of the four Bravo Farms stores. The theme here is the wild west, complete with a ghost town, restaurant, and huge farm store; there is even an area for dogs to play.There is something … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Peter Strauss Ranch – Lake Enchanto Theme Park
Peter Strauss Ranch, as the name implies, was once owned by Peter Strauss. The actor lived at the ranch until 1983, when he sold it to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy. In 1987, The National Park Service purchased the ranch and operated the park.During the 1930s, way before Disneyland, … [Read more...]
Dana Point Whale Festival
The Dana Point Whale Festival is one of Southern California's largest whale celebrations. Visitors come from all over Southern California to celebrate the annual migration of gray whales from Alaska to Mexico.This fun-filled event draws thousands of visitors to Dana Point Harbor annually over … [Read more...]
Sunset State Beach Day Trip & Camping
Only 16 miles from Santa Cruz, California, and within easy day-trip reach of San Francisco and Monterey, Sunset State Beach provides diverse experiences.The State Beach provides 3 miles of unspoiled Pacific coastline for visitors to enjoy. The approximately 167-acre park contains four separate … [Read more...]
Atascadero Day Trip California Central Coast
Home to some of California's best wineries, the small rural town of Atascadero in San Luis Obispo Count's is a hidden gem you don't want to miss. With its combination of rolling hillsides studded with oaks and expansive vistas, Atascadero is the perfect blend of tranquil retreat and lively … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Bommer Canyon Nature Trail
Bommer Canyon is a hidden gem between Turtle Ridge and Shady Canyon in Irvine, California. At one time, the canyon was an essential part of the Irvine ranch cattle operations. The cattle are long gone today, but several buildings, cattle loading ramps, corrals, and equipment can be seen at the … [Read more...]
Old Tucson Western Town Arizona Day Trip
"The Old Tucson attraction has a new operator that plans to operate the site as a theme park and filming location." Check their website for current hours and attractions. A miniature train on the site looks like it came from the now-closed Bonnie Springs Ranch near Las Vegas. American Heritage … [Read more...]
Coachella Valley Preserve Palm Springs Day Trip
Coachella Valley Preserve is a short, convenient, air-conditioned day trip from Palm Springs.Take a nice leisurely walk through a natural oasis in the middle of the desert, or work up a sweat under the sweltering desert sun, and then retire for a cool drink in the shade of a gorgeous palm grove. … [Read more...]