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Placer County Day Trips Discover Gold Country

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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

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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

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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...]

Sacramento Riverboat Cruise Scenic Day Trip

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Sacramento Riverboat Cruise is perfect for a romantic getaway for two or a scenic family-friendly day trip. A voyage down the Sacramento River Delta on a paddlewheel riverboat provides a unique experience that travelers will remember for a lifetime With its awe-inspiring mix of wildlife and … [Read more...]

South Yuba River State Park Gold Country Day Trip

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South Yuba River State Park is a popular destination situated on the Yuba River in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The park offers visitors scenic vistas and an abundance of outdoor adventures. Covering nearly 20-miles of Gold County from Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park to the banks of … [Read more...]

Forestiere Underground Gardens Central Valley Day Trip

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Travelers who find themselves with a little time while making the trek from northern to southern California should take a detour in Fresno, to visit the fascinating subterranean home of Baldassare Forestiere. A Sicilian immigrant who was born in 1879, and came to America in the early 1900s to … [Read more...]

Silver City Ghost Town Lake Isabella Day Trip

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Located in the small town of Bodfish, Silver City Ghost Town. The town is a must-see for old western buffs, history enthusiasts, and ghost hunters alike. Silver City is truly a testament to the Kern River Valley's long and colorful history. Visitors receive a first-hand account of what it must … [Read more...]

Sacramento Day Trips Things To Do

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Explore Historic Old Town District Old Town Sacramento gives a fascinating look into California's past.  Many of the Old Town's buildings are registered as a National and California Historic Landmarks. There is more than enough to do here to keep you busy for a day. Visit the California State … [Read more...]

Angels Camp Day Trip California Gold Country

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Angels Camp is located in California’s gold country along Highway 49 and is a fun day trip destination to dig into California’s Gold Rush history. Explore the towns historic downtown, visit a gold rush museum or go wine tasting at one of the many nearby Calaveras County wineries. Angels Camp was … [Read more...]

California Living Museum Bakersfield Day Trip

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Covering 17 acres of land in Bakersfield is the California Living Museum. Both a zoo and a botanical garden, the California Living Museum is an ideal place for a family day trip. All of the animals and plants are native California’s species and the museum has been set up to educate the public. As … [Read more...]

Oakland Zoo Day Trip Affordable Family Fun

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The Oakland Zoo offers many educational programs and kid’s activities throughout the year and is the perfect place for science field trips, family day trips, and exciting birthday parties. First opened in 1922, the Bay Area’s award-winning Oakland Zoo is a wonderful blend of animals, play areas, … [Read more...]

Mono Hot Springs Historic Cabins Mineral Pools

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Mono Hot Springs is located in the Sierra National Forest, northeast of Fresno. If you are looking for an amazing wilderness experience with some of the comforts of home then Mono Hot Springs Resort is well worth checking out. With the completion of the Kaiser Pass Road in 1927 visitors were able … [Read more...]

Kern County Day Trips Things To Do

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Kern County is often referred to as the “Golden Empire” and for good reason. Kern County is located in the southern Central Valley of California. It extends east beyond the southern slope of the eastern Sierra Nevada range into the Mojave Desert. The area was first settled in 1866 has a rich … [Read more...]

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