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Man looking up at giant redwood trees at Redwood National and State Parks, California

Sep 20, 20268 min read

A Guide to the Redwoods, California

Beijing Restaurant, Santa Clara, California

Apr 3, 20266 min read

Beyond the Match: Santa Clara Sets the Table for the World

A car driving down a road through the desert landscape of Death Valley.

Mar 19, 20269 min read

Why You Should Drive California's Scenic Highway 395

La Jolla beach near San Diego, California. Masayuki Hiraoka/EyeEm/Getty Images

Feb 5, 202611 min read

12 Best Places to Visit in California

Mariposa

Dec 16, 202515 min read

The Best National Parks and Preserves in California

Yosemite National Park in California in the summer. Konoplytska/Shutterstock

Nov 26, 202512 min read

Plan the Ultimate Road Trip Between Three Iconic California National Parks

Bixby Bridge on the Pacific Coast Highway, California. Nuria Kreuser/Shutterstock

Nov 26, 20255 min read

5 Memorable California Road Trips

Nov 6, 20255 min read

6 of the Best Ski Resorts in California to Visit This Winter

The author, Jack, and his friends approaching Mt Whitney's summit. Nicolas Galvis

Oct 28, 20259 min read

How to Hike Mt Whitney, California's Highest Peak

Laguna Beach. James Kirkikis/Shutterstock

Aug 19, 20256 min read

The Best Beach Towns in California

A road near Pioneertown, California. Jon Bilous/Shutterstock

Jul 10, 202511 min read

Everything You Need to Know About Getting Around California

Do you prefer Napa’s deluxe, award-winning wines? Or Sonoma’s more rustic vibe? PIXEL to the PEOPLE/Shutterstock; Shutterstock

Jun 26, 20258 min read

Napa or Sonoma: Which California Wine Region Offers Superior Sipping?

Snow-capped peaks and sunshine in Castle Crags State Park. Michal Balada/Shutterstock

Jun 23, 202514 min read

The 17 Best Things to Do in California

Shingled homes and Oceanside Pier in Oceanside, California. Jason Finn/Shutterstock

Jun 15, 20257 min read

A Weekend in Oceanside, California, Can Mean More Than Beaches

Wooden stairs leading down to Seacliff State Beach. Yiming Chen/Getty Images

Jun 13, 20259 min read

The 11 Best Beaches in California, from Dog-Friendly Shores to Surfing Paradise

Sierra foothills around Mariposa, California. Mariusz S. Jurgielewicz/Shutterstock

May 13, 20259 min read

A First-Time Guide to California’s Central Valley

A view of San Luis Obispo from Cerro Peak. Nick Fox/Shutterstock

Mar 17, 20259 min read

A First-Time Guide to San Luis Obispo, California

The view over Golden Gate Park from the de Young Museum, San Francisco

Sep 16, 202416 min read

First-Time Guide: Best Places to Visit in San Francisco

Desert wildflowers of Anza-Borrego ©Sam Antonio Photography/Getty Images

Mar 13, 20244 min read

California Is Set for an Impressive Super Bloom Season - Here's Where to See the Wildflowers

Don't try to cover everything on your first visit to California – it's important to take time to enjoy it © Jordi Salas / Getty Images

Sep 14, 20236 min read

11 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting California

See the major sights for free on a self-guided walking tour of California's towns and cities © adamkaz / Getty Images

Sep 14, 20235 min read

How to Visit California on a Budget

From avoiding the crowds to getting the best budget deal, here's what's happening through the seasons in California © Artur Debat / Getty Images

Sep 13, 20234 min read

The Best Time to Visit California

California is perfect ground for hikers – with dazzling trails in cities and wilderness alike © Jordan Siemens / Getty Images

Sep 8, 20239 min read

The 12 Best Hikes in California: Get Outside in the Golden State

Dreamstar Lines envisions a luxurious new sleeper train that will whisk passengers up or down the California coast overnight © Getty Images

May 4, 20234 min read

Los Angeles to San Francisco by Sleeper Train? It's Happening in 2024

Both the young and the young-at-heart have plenty of ways to explore the Golden State © Photo by The Ingalls Family / Lonely Planet; Graphics by Jacob Rhoades / Lonely Planet

Apr 11, 20239 min read

Kid-Friendly Destinations Are a California Specialty

Hit the road to explore some of the best camping spots and hike the trails in California © Photo by Maridav / Shutterstock; Graphics by Jacob Rhoades / Lonely Planet

Apr 11, 20237 min read

California Has Every Outdoor Experience You Can Imagine

Let’s hit the road for an exploration of some of California’s coolest cities © Photo by Christopher Chan / Getty Images; Graphics by Jacob Rhoades / Lonely Planet

Apr 11, 20239 min read

A road trip to the best urban experiences in California

The Golden State can serve as the background for your masterpiece in whatever medium it might be © Photo by cody traxler / Shutterstock; Graphics by Jacob Rhoades / Lonely Planet

Apr 11, 20238 min read

Seeking Inspiration in California’s Mountains and Deserts

California is the perfect place to sample the bounties of the land and sea on a food-inspired road trip © Photo by Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock; Graphics by Jacob Rhoades / Lonely Planet

Apr 11, 202310 min read

California Brings Diversity to the Table

Ropersmith Trail built by Sage Trail Alliance & Ventura Land Trust

Jun 8, 20223 min read

A New Hiking Trail near Santa Barbara Opens Just in Time for Summer

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