Hiking Along the San Andreas Fault in Southern California
Hike the Pushawalla Palms Loop near Palm Springs, a ridge walk above the San Andreas Fault that drops into a palm oasis. Route notes, safety tips, food stops.
How to Take a Day Trip to Yosemite Valley
Planning a day trip to Yosemite Valley? See El Capitan, Half Dome and Yosemite Falls, where to stay near the West Entrance and how to make one full day count.
Things to see in Death Valley and Furnace Creek
Things to see in Death Valley near Furnace Creek, from Badwater Basin and Zabriskie Point to Artists Drive, Dantes View and the pupfish of Salt Creek.
Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park
Things to do in Joshua Tree: climb the granite, drive Geology Tour Road, walk Hidden Valley and Barker Dam, catch sunset at Keys View, and know the rules.
Fun and Affordable Things to Do in Balboa Park
Free things to do in Balboa Park, San Diego: rose and desert gardens, Sunday organ concerts at Spreckels Pavilion, ranger tours and summer twilight music.
Best Beaches in Northern California
The best beaches in Northern California, from Marshall's Beach under the Golden Gate to Glass Beach in Fort Bragg and College Cove in Trinidad, with tips.
Interesting Facts About California
Seven interesting facts about California, from foggy San Francisco summers and Central Valley heat to dry months and one of the most diverse populations.
Most Expensive Beach Houses in Malibu
Five Malibu beach houses on Broad Beach, Malibu Road and the Pacific Coast Highway, with their bedrooms, pools, ocean views and asking prices of up to $60M.
A List of Major International Airports in California
Compare the international airports in California, from LAX and SFO to San Diego, San Jose, Oakland, Sacramento and Palm Springs, and pick the closest to you.
Santa Barbara Travel Guide: Hotels, Restaurants and Attractions
Our Santa Barbara travel guide covers the Old Mission, Stearns Wharf, sunset at Butterfly Beach, State Street, Funk Zone tasting rooms and where to eat.



















