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 forever.With its awe-inspiring mix of wildlife and … [Read more...]
Northern California
Bryan Preserve Mendocino County Day Trip
Bryan Preserve Mendocino CountyWhen you think of California's North Coast, what comes to mind? Towering redwood trees? Desolate beaches? Zebras? Yes, zebras! The Bryan Preserve, located in Point Arena in Southern Mendocino County, is a wildlife preserve with two zebra species and several … [Read more...]
Mendocino County Day Trips Things to Do
Mendocino is a city and county in Northern California. Its majestic redwood forests and rugged north coast beaches make it an excellent destination for a day trip, weekend getaway, or more extended vacation.The town of Mendocino was established in 1850. It has a unique location as the town's … [Read more...]
Avenue of the Giants Humboldt Redwoods
Avenue of the Giants is a 31-mile drive through the Humboldt Redwoods. The densest and most iconic redwood forest in the world, encompassing over 50,000 acres, with 17,000 acres of ancient coastal redwoods. Humboldt Redwoods State Park is in the heart of the Avenue of the Giants.Humboldt … [Read more...]
Marshall Gold Discovery Park Coloma Day Trip
Marshall Gold Discovery Park, located along California’s historic Highway 49 and straddling the South Fork of the American River, is the birthplace of the Gold Rush.Marshall Gold Discovery State Historical Park, located in Coloma, California, is a significant historic site in the US, preserving … [Read more...]
Bodie Ghost Town California High Sierra Day Trip
There are still around 100 buildings left in Bodie Ghost Town, providing ample opportunities for hours of exploration. It is essential to bring your food and water, as no services are available in the area.As a thriving hub for gold mining, Bodie boasted the same amenities as larger towns, such … [Read more...]
California North Coast Day Trips
The California North Coast has everything any traveler could want; stunning natural beauty, fabulous beaches, ancient redwood forests, historical landmarks, and possibly the best wine country in North America.One of the most significant advantages of traveling in NorCal is its easy access to … [Read more...]
Sonoma County Day Trips Things to Do
Sonoma County Day Trip Ideas Located northwest of San Francisco, Sonoma County is widely recognized for its vineyards and wineries, making it the largest wine producer in California. While wine tasting is a popular activity for visitors, there are also numerous other attractions in Sonoma … [Read more...]
Shasta County Day Trips Attractions Points of Interest
Shasta County Day Trips Shasta County is located in Northern California and boasts several noteworthy attractions, such as Lassen Volcanic National Park, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Whiskeytown Lake, and Shasta Lake. Visitors can indulge in various outdoor activities, including house boating on … [Read more...]
El Dorado County Day Trips
El Dorado County can be found in California's Gold Country, nestled in the foothills and Sierra Nevada Mountains. Folsom Lake takes up a portion of the western border, while the California-Nevada State line marks the eastern boundary. The county seat is Placerville, and the biggest city is South … [Read more...]
Red Rock Canyon California State Park Day Trip
Red Rock Canyon State Park spans nine square miles of badlands and exposed mudstone strata on both sides of California Highway 14 in the middle of the Mojave Desert, resembling a mysterious landscape of a distant planet.Featuring scenic desert cliffs, buttes, and multi-colored rocky outcrops, … [Read more...]
Mono County Day Trips Highway 395
Mono County is a diverse land of sagebrush-covered plains that lead to soaring, jagged peaks and dormant volcanoes in east-central California. Set between the crest of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the California/Nevada border; this 3,000-square-mile county is 94% publicly owned.Mono County … [Read more...]
Turtle Bay Exploration Park Day Trip
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a garden, a zoo, and an outstanding work of architectural engineering. The park occupies over three hundred acres of prime and pretty real estate on the Sacramento River in Redding, California.The Arboretum and Botanical Gardens occupy most of the land where Turtle … [Read more...]
California Living Museum Bakersfield Day Trip
Covering 17 acres of land in Bakersfield is the California Living Museum. The California Living Museum is ideal for a family day trip to a zoo and a botanical garden.All animals and plants are native to California’s species, and the museum has been set up to educate the public. As well as the … [Read more...]
California Academy Sciences Golden Gate Park
If you're ever in San Francisco Bay, a must-visit destination is the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park. You'll be amazed by the Steinhart Aquarium, Morrison Planetarium, Kimball Natural History Museum, and a magnificent four-story rainforest. Purchase Tickets Online Starting at … [Read more...]