If you're interested in food and livestock farming, Centennial Farm at the OC Fair & Event Center is the perfect place to visit. Admission and parking are free unless there's an event. During the month-long Orange County Fair, you can also check out the farm. Here, children can witness firsthand … [Read more...]
Don Pedro Lake Day Trip Tuolumne County, California
On average, over half a million visitors a year enjoy fishing, boating, and camping at Don Pedro Lake. There are more than 160 miles of shoreline and over 12,000 acres of land to explore. Three separate campgrounds offer guests a variety of amenities and environments to experience during their … [Read more...]
Pasadena Day Trip Where to Go What To See
Pasadena is widely recognized for hosting the annual Tournament of Roses Parade and one of the country's most significant college football games. Additionally, the city boasts numerous scientific and cultural destinations worth exploring.Pasadena is a prime example of early twentieth-century … [Read more...]
Zion National Park Utah Day Trip
Zion National Park is Utah's first national park in southwestern Utah, covering 229 square miles near Springdale. The park's unique location at the junction of the Colorado Plateau, Great Basin, and the Mojave Desert gives the park stunning natural features, including mountains, mesas, canyons, slot … [Read more...]
Long Beach Day Trip Top 10 Things to Do Attractions
Long Beach, California, was once renowned for its maritime legacy in both civilian and military sectors. However, it has transformed into a vibrant hub of art, culture, and gastronomy, set against a luxurious oceanfront ambiance.Long Beach boasts a moderate climate that makes it a perfect … [Read more...]
Tehachapi Day Trip Beautiful Murals, Museums, and Trains
Tehachapi has made a name for itself because of the numerous murals that adorn virtually many of its walls. At every turn, a new and fascinating piece of artwork reveals itself. Many murals depict a significant historical event or a famous citizen, now passed.There are too many murals in … [Read more...]
Pismo Beach Outlet Mall California Central Coast
Pismo Beach Outlet Mall is the only place in central California to go outlet shopping. While this is probably not the largest outlet mall you have ever visited, it lacks in size; it makes up for discounts.Under the management of Premium Outlet Center, Pismo Outlets are once again a favorite stop … [Read more...]
Day Trip to Livermore California Top Ten Things To Do
Pack up the car and head out to picturesque and peaceful Livermore. Just a short drive southeast of San Francisco, the area is a wine lover's dream come true. Even non-wine drinkers will have plenty to see and do on this day trip.Livermore is best known for its reputation as the oldest … [Read more...]
Island Packers Cruises to the Channel Islands
Island Packers provides exciting whale-watching trips and cruises to the breathtaking Channel Islands National Park. Guests can witness various marine life, including playful dolphins, majestic minke whales, friendly bottlenose dolphins, Pacific white-sided dolphins, Dall's porpoise, and even … [Read more...]
Best Utah Day Trips for a Weekend Getaway
Heber Valley Railroad Utah The Heber Valley Railroad offers a scenic 16-mile journey from Heber City, Utah, to the stunning Deer Creek Reservoir. The roundtrip takes approximately three hours, with a turnaround point at Decker Bay. Passengers can expect to be entertained by friendly cowboys who … [Read more...]
Mulholland Highway Road Trip Points of Interest
Winding its way through the Santa Monica Mountains, Mulholland Highway is a scenic route named after William Mulholland. It was constructed in the 1920s and billed as the highway "to take Angelinos from the city to the ocean."Today this stretch of legendary highway is the playground of the rich, … [Read more...]
Redlands Inland Empire Day Trip What to Do and See
Located in the Eastern Inland Empire, Redlands provides day-trippers with ample opportunities for sightseeing, dining, and exploring the rich history of Southern California.Redlands is a city famous for its Victorian Mansions and beautiful orange groves. Although most of the historic mansions … [Read more...]
California Lookout Tower and Guard Cabin Camping
Experiencing a sunrise or sunset up close and personal, or witnessing nature's beauty from a bird's-eye view, is truly invigorating. To fully immerse oneself in the wilderness of California, spending a few days in a U.S. Forest Service lookout tower high above the forest floor is the way to … [Read more...]
Norton Simon Museum Pasadena Day Trip
Located in Pasadena, the Norton Simon Museum boasts a highly respected collection of art that gives enthusiasts a unique opportunity to witness treasures one can only dream of owning and is an example of the small and sometimes unseen wonders in our backyard.As soon as you see the museum … [Read more...]
Heritage Park La Verne U-Pick Oranges
Many Southern California residents are lucky enough to have a citrus tree in their backyard. For those who don't know Heritage Park La Verne, U-Pick Oranges is the place to go.Every January through mid-March, The La Verne Heritage Society offers U-Pick oranges on Saturdays. For $5.00, visitors … [Read more...]