The Inn at Benton Hot Springs combines rustic tranquility with the rich history of the mining town the bed-and-breakfast calls home. The main inn of the resort is located in a historic 1940’s building and features seven unique rooms. Benton Hot Springs other accommodations include two private … [Read more...]
Northern California
Sonoma County Day Trips Things to Do
Sonoma County Day Trip Ideas Sonoma County is located northwest of San Francisco. This area of California is best known for its vineyards and wineries. Sonoma County is the largest producer of wine in the state. While many visitors travel to Sonoma County for the sole purpose of tasting wine, … [Read more...]
Alabama Hills Owens Valley Road Trip Mobius Arch
Alabama Hills Owens Valley Road Trip points of interest you don't want to miss. 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 simply enjoy the natural beauty of one of California’s most delightfully … [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 Historic Park is the site of the largest hydraulic mine in California. It is located about 26 miles northeast of Nevada City, an area also … [Read more...]
Santa Cruz County Day Trips
Santa Cruz County, located on California’s central coast south of the San Francisco Bay Area, is renowned for its natural scenic beauty, including sun-soaked beaches and spectacular redwood forests. The county is not only famous for its surfing and artist community, with more than 2,000 artists … [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, huge farm store, there is even an area for dogs to play. There is something for … [Read more...]
Bodie Ghost Town California High Sierra Day Trip
With around 200 buildings in this Bodie Ghost Town, you will have plenty of exploring to keep you busy for hours. Be sure to bring water and food as there are no services in town. As a bustling gold mining center, Bodie had the amenities of larger towns, including two banks, four volunteer fire … [Read more...]
Amador Flower Farm Sacramento Day Trip
Amador Flower Farm is a beautiful destination within easy day-trip distance of Sacramento. Located in the center of Amador County Wine Country, the flower farm is a quiet retreat that specializes in daylilies. Most day-trippers visit this area of Amador County, for wine tasting missing out on … [Read more...]
25 Best California Natural Hot Springs
California's Eastern Sierra region offers adventurous travelers numerous opportunities to soak and soothe the senses. Hot mineral water pools can be found in the upper Owens Valley to Bridgeport. Many primitive natural hot springs are located off Highway 395 and are maintained by locals. Check out … [Read more...]
Nimbus Fish Hatchery Day Trip
Nimbus Fish Hatchery is situated on the banks of the American River. The hatchery was constructed to replace the salmon and steelhead runs that were blocked by Nimbus and Folsom dams. Nimbus is more than just a spawning ground for our finned friends. The hatchery one of the best places to spend … [Read more...]
Old Faithful Geyser Calistoga Napa Valley Day Trip
Old Faithful Geyser of California is located in the upper Napa Valley near the town of Calistoga. Napa Valley's geyser is only one of three "old faithful's" in the world. Every thirty minutes or so this geyser shoots a stream of scalding steam up to 75 feet into the air. If you are visiting Napa … [Read more...]
Placer County Day Trips Discover Gold Country
Placer County, California is located in Northern California and stretches from Sacramento to the Lake Tahoe. Placer County offers numerous opportunities for day trips and is the perfect place to discover California's Gold Country. Placer County was known for its gold mining back in the 1880s, but … [Read more...]
Northern California Hidden Gems
Northern California hidden gems to put on your summer bucket list. Discover some of the most interesting places to visit in NorCal, not on the usual tourist itinerary. Natural wonders, secluded parks, historic landmarks, and even an African Wildlife adventure. How many of these hidden gems have you … [Read more...]
Folsom City Zoo Day Trip With a Fun Train Ride
The Folsom City Zoo is smaller than most zoos but has a nice variety of animals to see plus a very fun train to ride. There is a surprising assortment of animals housed at the Folsom City Zoo. Most of these critters are orphaned, seized or relinquished that cannot be released back into the … [Read more...]
25 Things To Do In Northern California You Might Not Know About
Northern California is a great place to live in or visit. Just about everyone knows about NorCal's major attractions. Yosemite National Park, Fishermans Wharf, and Monterey Bay. This list highlights lesser-known travel destinations in Northern California. If you are looking for fun things that are … [Read more...]