Our daily look at nearby getaways
Driving the Majestic Mountain Loop
Eager to get back into the mountains, sans chains? Spring is coming. Read »
Signs of Death Valley's Springtime
Wildflower watchers will soon turn their attention to the national park. Read »
The Mysterious Death Valley Racetrack
Death Valley's strangest sight begs one question: How do those rocks move? Read »
Fee-Free Days in the National Parks
The first of the "pay no admission" days of the year is just ahead. Read »
Visiting the Newest National Park (It's Here in California)
The Hollister-close Pinnacles National Monument has a new designation. Read »
National Public Lands Day
It's a fee-free day to give back to our wild spaces; give back and admire them, too. Read »
Going Car-Free in the Sequoias
You long to wend your way through some of the world's most famous trees and not have to drive. That's a real option. Read »
National Parks and the Solar Eclipse
Heading up the state to try and catch the solar event just ahead? The National Park Service has some recs for you. Read »
Yosemite HD
It's nearly National Park Week. Here's a new time-lapse film to get you pumped for all of that free admission. Read »
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Hotel deals around the Golden State that don't nab all your gold.
Giant drive-through donuts? We got your giant drive-through donuts right here.
Pools and glow-in-the-dark margaritas and dice and nice suites. Oh yeah. You're going.
Unique hotels, ethnic festivals, warmer weather -- yes, there are reasons to head south.
From wine tasting in Temecula to visitng Shamu at Sea World.
Culture, wine, boating, hiking, beachcombing, museums. You don't have to drive far to get away.
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