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Empire Mine State Historic Park Gold Country Day Trip

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Hidden deep below the surface in Grass Valley is one of California's oldest, largest, deepest, longest, and richest gold mines, The Empire Mine. Part of what was once the most productive gold mining district in the state from 1850 to 1956, the Empire Mine produced 5.8 million ounces of … [Read more...]

Day Trip to Gilroy Premium Outlets A shoppers Paradise

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Gilroy Premium Outlets is a shopper's paradise, with over 100 outlet stores and many upscale options. The outlets are spread out over four separate buildings and have everything a person would want to buy. This outlet mall has everything from designer clothes, shoes, and handbags to jewelry and … [Read more...]

Day Trip to Pinnacles National Park, California

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Nestled in the mountains east of central California's Salinas Valley, Pinnacles National Park boasts distinctive rock formations, concealed caves, and stunning peaks and valleys formed by an extinct volcano. The park is an exceptional location to observe wildlife and is the best place in the country … [Read more...]

China Camp State Park San Francisco Day Trip

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China Camp State Park is approximately 20 miles north of San Francisco, on the San Pedro Peninsula in San Rafael, California. To reach the park, take Point San Pedro Road and enjoy the beautiful views of San Pablo Bay to the east. The park covers over 1,600 acres of oak tree woodlands, offering … [Read more...]

Emerald Bay State Park Day Trip Things To Do

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Only 3 ½ hours from San Francisco and 2 hours from Sacramento, Emerald Bay State Park preserves one of Lake Tahoe's loveliest and most photographed areas.The Bay was carved in granite by the movement of glaciers. It is only one and three miles wide and contains the only island in Lake Tahoe, … [Read more...]

Locke Historic District Day Trip From Sacramento

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Locke Historic District, earlier known as Lockeport, is a tiny town along the levee on Highway 160, just half a mile from Walnut Grove, California. How small is little? The population is about 75. Now, before you wonder what on earth could be worth visiting a town of this size, let the record stand … [Read more...]

Nevada City Day Trip California Gold Country

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Nevada City, California, is a perfect destination to add a little history to your next road trip. With just over 3,000, the town has hardly grown in the past 100 years. This should not lead you to believe Nevada City is not worth a visit.Nevada City started during the gold rush and is rich in … [Read more...]

Moss Landing Day Trip Kayaking Fresh Seafood

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Moss Landing is a sleepy little fishing village that time has forgotten. Located halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey, most people visit this area to explore Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine.Elkhorn Slough is located just east of Moss Landing. The Slough is managed by the California … [Read more...]

Lands End Park San Francisco Day Trip

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Lands End Park is a craggy corner at San Francisco's Bay entrance. It is known for its beautiful secluded beaches, rocky exposed bluffs, and spectacular vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge. The region is often windswept and cloaked in fog, with shipwrecks and a history of landslides.Today, Lands … [Read more...]

June Lake Loop Discover Points of Interest Things To Do

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The June Lake Loop is a scenic 16-mile stretch of Route 158 that encircles four beautiful lakes located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains at the southernmost rim of Mono Basin. Like the nearby Mammoth Lakes, the June Lake Loop boasts stunning views and numerous outdoor outdoor options.From skiing … [Read more...]