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NATIONAL PARKS, COASTAL ROUTES, & OLD GROWTH FORESTS

California is the third largest state in the US, with the longest coastline in the lower 48 there are long stretches of beach, as well as high mountains, deserts, forests with some of the world’s largest trees and so much untapped nature.  While theme parks are often high priority for many visitors, California also offers so much untouched nature and adventure. With several National Parks, road-trips are a great way to see the state, and you can always camp or glamp as you travel across the miles of beauty. For wine lovers there are several regions to visit like Paso Robles, Sonoma and Napa

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Hiking The Catalina Trail: California’s Best Island Hike

by | Apr 22, 2023 | California,Hiking | 0 Comments

Video guide to the Trans Catalina Trail on the beautiful Santa Catalina Island in the Channel Islands of California.
Alice Ford in Sequoia National Park standing among Sequoia trees

Sequoia National Park Planning Guide

by | Aug 14, 2022 | California,National Parks | 4 Comments

The National Parks of Sequoia and Kings Canyon are managed as one National Park system, located next to the Eastern Sierra Mountains, is is an area well known for its towering Sequoia Trees and the famous groves named after famous American Military generals. Within the park boundaries are fantastic hikes through verdant meadows full of wildflowers, to rocky peaks and through the towering Sequoia giants.
Alice Ford sitting on a rock overlooking Lassen Volcanic National Park

A Guide to Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park: Everything You Need to Know

by | May 20, 2022 | California,Hiking,National Parks | 0 Comments

A Guide to Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park: Everything You Need to Know   Looking for a unique national park to visit in the United States? Look no further...

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RV Guide to California’s National Parks

by | Jan 30, 2021 | California,National Parks | 0 Comments

RV Guide To All the National Parks In California   Are you planning to go on a trip using a Recreational Vehicle (RV)? Some of the best and most relaxing locations...

California National Parks featuring Sequoia, Jacob Tree, and Lassen Volcanic

Guide to All Nine of California’s National Parks

by | Sep 19, 2020 | California,National Parks | 0 Comments

Did you know that California is home to nine of the nation’s national parks? From the scorching temperatures in Death Valley to the soaring trees of the Redwoods and...

A woman stands looking towards Cottonwood Lake surrounded by mountains in California

Cottonwood Lakes Trail – Inyo National Forest

by | Sep 5, 2020 | California,Hiking | 0 Comments

Cottonwood Lakes Trail is in the Inyo National Forest right outside the town of Lone Pine California. The Loop which can lead you to 5 lakes, starts from Horseshoe...

Alice Ford exlpores LA's best hiking routes standing in Angeles Forest

Angeles National Forest: Hiking Crystal Lake to Hawkins Ridge

by | Jun 17, 2020 | California,Hiking | 8 Comments

There are a lot of places to hike in the Los Angeles vicinity. For city dwellers popular places are Runyon Canyon in Hollywood and Topanga Canyon near Malibu but the...

Three images of the Bridge to Nowhere hike, California

Best Hikes in Los Angeles: Bridge to Nowhere

by | May 17, 2020 | California,Hiking | 7 Comments

The Bridge to Nowhere is a long but rewarding hike along and across several rivers in Southern California.
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Highway 1 California Roadtrip through SLOCAL

by | Feb 23, 2020 | California,USA | 16 Comments

Just four hours north of the city of Los Angeles is a nature, wine and outdoor lovers playground. Teaming with wildlife, epic coastal walks, beautiful rolling hills and...

A wine cellar, a sign reading "Napa Valley", and rolling grape vines in Napa Valley

Napa Valley – California’s Wine Country

by | Sep 4, 2019 | California,Wine | 6 Comments

A mere 45 minute drive from the culture rich city of San Francisco or a 6 hour drive from the bustling city of Los Angeles; Napa Valley is a welcome retreat for anyone...

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Biking Adventures around San Francisco Tiburon by the Bay

by | Sep 2, 2019 | California,USA,Wine | 0 Comments

Biking Adventures around San Francisco: Tiburon by the Bay San Francisco is one of my favorite cities. Not so much for its nightlife or great city vibes, although those...

Cliffs at the seaside of Davenport California

Four San Francisco Day Trips For Nature Lovers

by | Sep 2, 2019 | California,USA | 0 Comments

San Francisco Day Trips As an Angeleno I am always in awe of how different San Francisco is from its southern sister. While the city itself is a bustling metropolis the...

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