A day trip to the Vision Quest Ranch and Safari may well be the closest that most of us ever get to a true African safari. That said, it's a whole lot easier to access then Africa, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg getting there! Located in Salinas, a part of Monterey County, Vision Quest is … [Read more...]
Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Day Trip Things To Do
Carmel Valley is about 120 miles south of San Francisco, on the Monterey Peninsula. This area of California is ranked as a top wine destination and is far less crowded than Napa Valley. Carmel Valley Village is nestled in the heart of the valley surrounded by the spectacular Santa Lucia … [Read more...]
Carmel-by-the-Sea Day Trip Things To Do
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a quaint, cozy town nuzzled in between the mountains and the sea. It is the perfect destination for a getaway, for lovers, artists, and even families. This small town, located 2 hours south of San Francisco, offers incredible shopping, delectable restaurants, noteworthy … [Read more...]
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park California Hiking Camping
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park covers over 1000 acres of California's Big Sur coast and inland mountains. Besides a very popular campground, the Big Sur Lodge also provides rooms and cabin accommodations. The park features miles of trails where hikers are treated to spectacular views of the Pacific … [Read more...]
Andrew Molera State Park California Big Sur Coast
Andrew Molera State Park, located 20 miles south of Carmel on Highway one. The Big Sur River also runs through the park, with its miles of trails that meander through meadows, beaches, and grassy hilltops. The area where the park is situated was once part of the Rancho El Sur. The land was … [Read more...]
Limekiln State Park Beach Camping Day Use
Limekiln State Park is located in the heart of Big Sur and features a 100-foot waterfall, Redwood trees, and miles of rocky Big Sur coast. Camping and hiking are the most popular activities at this remote state park The most prominent features at the park are Limekiln Creek's 100-foot waterfall … [Read more...]
Treebones Resort Big Sur a Magical Lodging Experience
Treebones Resort is a unique almost magical lodging experience that can be found along the California Big Sur Coast. Featuring three ocean view tent campsites (one with a twig hut), cozy yurts, and a huge 500 square foot tent with private deck and outdoor fire pit. At Treebones Resort guests can … [Read more...]
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve with its headlands, coves, and rolling meadows is situated 4 miles south of Carmel along historic Cabrillo Highway 1. The reserve boasts one of the best underwater habitats in the world, which provides Scuba divers a world-class experience as they swim among … [Read more...]
Moss Landing Day Trip Kayaking Fresh Seafood
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...]
Pinnacles National Park Day Trip
Protected by the mountains east of central California's Salinas Valley, Pinnacles National Park is home to a collection of unique rock formations, hidden caves and beautiful peaks and valleys created by an extinct volcano. The park is an exceptional place to observe wildlife and is the nation's … [Read more...]
Big Sur Road Trip Pacific Coast Highway
Big Sur, California is one of the most beautiful regions in the world with visitors coming from thousands of miles away to drive along the California Pacific Coast Highway. Big Sur is about 150 miles south of San Francisco and about 300 miles north of Los Angeles. It covers a 90-mile stretch of … [Read more...]
Fort Hunter Liggett San Francisco Day Trip
Fort Hunter Liggett is located about 25 miles southwest of King City, CA. It is accessible from Highway 101 in King City or Highway 1 from the south. It is surrounded by national forests, mountains and valleys, Salinas to the north and San Luis Obispo County to the south. This terrain and … [Read more...]