A gem in the US National Parks Service’s crown, Yosemite National Park wins over all who witness its spectacular beauty. Yosemite’s glaciated landscape is home to clear streams, giant sequoia groves, and awe-inspiring mountains. These natural wonders attract sightseers and inspire adventurers from all corners of our planet.
More informationCampers love staying at San Elijo State Beach on the California coast for many reasons. Campsites perched on a bluff give campers epic views of the Pacific Ocean. From here, they can partake in a wide variety of outdoor activities in a comfortable year-round climate.
More informationLocals and visitors to the Southern California town of Carlsbad (pop. 116,000) flock to the South Carlsbad State Beach for its long sandy beach and scenic bluffs. This park is renowned for swimming, surfing, fishing, and visiting tidepools. Bring your bike and check out the epic views. You might spot some dolphins, seals, or shorebirds.
More informationDoheny State Beach (known colloquially as Doho) is known as the first state beach in the California state park system. Located on the Pacific Ocean in the city of Dana Point, the beach is adjacent to several surf spots and scenic beaches including Salt Creek Beach, Baby Beach, and Capistrano Beach. Along with its neighbors, Doheny beach is a popular surf spot located at the mouth of San Juan Cr...
More informationLocated just 40 miles from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park in California is an easy drive through the Mojave Desert. Its striking landscapes, dominated by the unique Joshua trees, offer a variety of activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and stargazing. Delve into the park’s rich history, including its Native American heritage and remnants of old gold mines, as you explore the nearly...
More informationJust moments from Ventura and Santa Barbara, Carpinteria State Beach is a California treasure. The park’s name harkens back to the area’s canoe-building history. Today its mile of beach is mostly visited by those wishing to swim, fish, explore the tidepools, or just relax with a book.
More informationThe Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is a United States National Forest that manages and protects public land surrounding Lake Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Basin. Straddling the state borders of California and Nevada in the Sierra Nevada, the LTBMU encompasses 154,851 acres (626 km2) of National Forest system lands, ranging in altitude above sea level from 6,225 feet (1,897 m) at lake level to 10,8...
More informationPfeiffer Big Sur State Park is a state park in Monterey County, California, near the area of Big Sur on the state's Central Coast. It covers approximately 1,006 acres (4.07 km2) of land. The park is centered on the Big Sur River. It has been nicknamed a "mini Yosemite." A Redwood tree in the park nicknamed the Colonial Tree is estimated to be between 1,100 and 1,200 years old.
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