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  • Chairs in the river at Big Sur River Inn
    By Lauren Kershner 11 hours ago

    Big Sur California's Uniquely Charming Rustic Inn Lets You Sip Cocktails With Your Feet In A Babbling Brook

    The beauty of Big Sur meets quaint charm at this rustic inn nested among trees alongside a creek where you can dip your feet while sipping cocktails.

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  • An aerial view of San Marcos, California
    By David Jenison 13 hours ago

    Set Between LA And San Diego Is California's Affordable Retiree Haven With Stunning Views And Activities

    This affordable city is a convenient distance from both LA and San Diego, and is an excellent place in California to retire. Here's what you need to know.

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  • Street entrance to the Brea Gateway shopping center
    By Arpita Adhya 14 hours ago

    A Once-Blighted LA Suburb Moved Its Downtown To Create A Thriving, Walkable District Full Of Shops And Eateries

    This California city has reinvented its downtown core into a refreshingly walkable hub with historic details, diverse flavors, festivals, and unique shops.

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  • Aerial view of the New Bullards Bar Reservoir and Tahoe National Forest in California
    By Annette Richmond 15 hours ago

    Northern California's Secret Reservoir Is A Caribbean-Blue Haven With Idyllic Hiking, Fishing, And Camping

    Northern California is an oasis for outdoor adventures, and we recommend checking out this underrated reservoir to get out into nature!

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  • Warm Springs Creek Bridge at Lake Sonoma
    By David Jenison 15 hours ago

    Nestled In California's Sonoma Wine Country Is A Shimmering Lake Escape With Hilltop Hiking And Camping

    This beautiful lake in the middle of Northern California's Sonoma wine country is one of the best places to camp, hike, and enjoy stargazing at night.

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  • Woman walking on the side of The Invisible House
    By Lauren Kershner 1 day ago

    This Surreal 'Invisible' Joshua Tree Home Is An Eco-Luxe California Retreat For Stargazing And Stillness

    The Invisible House in Joshua Tree is the ultimate luxe desert escape, with a 100-foot swimming pool, spacious mirrored design, and clear skies for stargazing.

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  • People enjoying water sports on the Russian River in Guerneville, California
    By Dana Cape 2 days ago

    Northern California's Stylish New Riverfront Tent Resort In Wine Country Is Like Luxury Summer Camp For Adults

    A nostalgic getaway with upscale summer camp vibes offers luxurious, cozy tents among NorCal’s towering redwoods and a chic pool to lounge the day away.

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  • White Point Park with Catalina Island in the background
    By Lauren Kershner 2 days ago

    California's Hot Springs In San Pedro Offer Abandoned Hotel Ruins, Beachfront Beauty, And Recreation

    Hidden along California's coast lie the ruins of a forgotten wellness retreat where healing waters once drew countless hoping for miraculous cures.

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  • Boats docked in Eureka, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 2 days ago

    One Of California's Most Affordable Towns To Retire Is A Coastal Gem With Walkable Streets And Redwoods

    This charming Northern California destination offers Victorian architecture, ancient forests, and affordable living just hours from major cities.

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  • Rows of grapevines in the Clarksburg wine region
    By Lauren Kershner 2 days ago

    Just Outside Of Sacramento Is California's Wildly Underrated Wine Region With Incredible Vineyards And Sips

    This tiny California wine region offers everything Napa has — award-winning vintages, scenic tastings, and gourmet food — minus the tourist hordes.

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  • Huge sequoias at the Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    By Joseph Richard Francis 2 days ago

    California's Underrated Sequoia Tree State Park Hides In The Sierra Nevada Mountains To Swim, Camp, And Hike

    Sequoias are some of the most bewilderingly beautiful trees on the planet. And here in this state park, there are thousands of them to wander beneath.

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  • Surfer catching waves on Pismo Beach, California
    By Lois Mackenzie 3 days ago

    This Old School California Coastal Town Has Sensational Beaches, Antique Storefronts, And Farm-Fresh Feasts

    Enjoy sunny days on the California coast in this vintage town with amazing beaches, antique storefronts, and Michelin-rated restaurants serving farm-fresh food.

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  • A lake ringed by mountains and trees at sunset at Lassen Volcanic National Park
    By Sam Scott 4 days ago

    California's Most Underrated National Park Is A Volcano Gem Blending Lake Views And Renowned Fishing And Hiking

    Featuring 60 volcanoes and plenty of hydrothermal features within its borders, this national park is as explosively beautiful as any other in the country.

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  • Palm trees lining a street in Costa Mesa, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 5 days ago

    California's 'City Of The Arts' Is A Vibrant College Gem Hidden In The Famed Orange County With World-Class Shops

    Discover Orange County's artistic haven where classic Broadway shows, world-class museums, and luxury shopping create the perfect creative escape.

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  • Riverview of Stockton, California
    By Arpita Adhya 5 days ago

    Sandwiched Between Modesto And Sacramento Is California's Affordable Riverside Hub With Murals, Markets, & Trails

    Free arts events, stunning public murals, over 70 trails, and farmers markets galore are just few of the things you'll find in this affordable California city.

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  • Shops along Main Street in Nevada City, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 5 days ago

    Nestled Deep Within California's Gold Country Is A Twin-City Artist Haven With The Oldest Theater In The State

    These two historic towns in the California mountains offer a thriving arts scene, vintage shopping, and the state's oldest continuously operating theater.

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  • A winding road leading to Thousand Oaks, California
    By Jack Clayton 5 days ago

    One Of The Country's Greenest Cities Is An Underrated California Paradise Full Of Culture Near Los Angeles

    This hidden gem of a city is one of the greenest in the United States and is full of scenic hikes and culture. Plus, it's about an hour from Los Angeles.

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  • Long road leading to Mount Shasta, California, surrounded by forests
    By Sophie Dunne 6 days ago

    One Of California's Active Volcanoes Is Surrounded By A Vast Wilderness Offering Immaculate Backcountry Camping

    Whether you're prefer leisurely glamping or roughing it backcountry way up along the timberline, unwind in nature at this stunning California peak.

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  • panoramic view of Fern Grotto Beach at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz California
    By Bridget Gleeson 6 days ago

    This Secluded California Beach Invites Exploration With Fern-Covered Grottoes And Tide Pools

    Get the best of both worlds with this Cali beach location that is surrounded by greenery.

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  • Bucks Lake on a sunny day through the trees
    By Kate Mothes 6 days ago

    Skip Tahoe Crowds For California's Pristine Lake With Sandy Beaches, Camping, Fishing, And Kayaking

    Adventurers who value privacy will thrive in this 14-mile stretch of shoreline in California. Secluded, it's perfect for water sports and woodland exploring.

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  • Panorama of Olmsted Point, off Tioga Pass Road in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. Clouds Rest is on the left, Half Dome is on the right and Tenaya Canyon between them.
    By Jamie Ditaranto 6 days ago

    The Legendary 'Bermuda Triangle Of Yosemite' Has Stunning Canyon Views Only The Most Skilled Hikers See

    Yosemite's most challenging hike has earned a story-filled nickname, and the dangers are very real. These views are only for the most talented of explorers.

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  • Boys looking for fossiles in the rocky landscape of Marble Mountain in the Mohave Desert
    By Chantel Loura 6 days ago

    California's Volcanic Mountain Range Hidden In The Mojave Desert Is A Popular Fossil Hunting Paradise

    Bring your shovel and pail to hunt for million-year-old fossils while traversing a volcanic mountain range in California’s sprawling Mojave Desert.

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  • Cars driving on the Pacific Coast Highway
    By Bridget Gleeson 6 days ago

    California's Epic Coastal Road Trip Trail Tracks One Of The State's Most Stunning Wildlife Sensations

    Travel along the California coast on this trail for chances to see a rare wildlife species while you enjoy the state's stunning beauty on the way.

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  • View of the land that formerly Surfridge, California
    By Leslie Veliz 7 days ago

    Los Angeles' Once-Bustling Beachside Paradise Adjacent To LAX Airport Is Now An Eerie Abandoned Neighborhood

    Once a seaside haven for Hollywood elites, this Los Angeles community near LAX now lies abandoned, its streets reclaimed by dunes and butterflies.

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  • Sunset over the mountains behind Palm Springs International Airport with a United Express plane in front.
    By Ben M Stower 7 days ago

    This California Airport Was Ranked One Of The World's Most Family-Friendly Airports, And This Is Why

    Flying can be stressful, especially if you're flying with your family. This airport, though, is one of the best in the country if you've got kids.

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  • Busy streets in the heart of DTLA
    By Lauren Kershner 7 days ago

    This Often Overlooked Area Of Los Angeles Has Dozens Of Eclectic Galleries Full Of Local Art

    An overlooked LA neighborhood is home to dozens of eclectic galleries, studios, and monthly art walks perfect for escaping the city’s bustling crowds.

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  • Residential homes beside golf course in Rancho Bernardo, California
    By Jen Theriault 8 days ago

    San Diego's Quiet Neighborhood Hidden In The Hills Is Full Of Parks And Is Called One Of America's Friendliest

    This opulent and upper-class neighborhood of San Diego, California, is a hilly destination that's been called one of America's friendliest neighborhoods.

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