Destinations

A Complete Guide to Camping in the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area

Camping is a time-honored summer tradition in Northern California, and more than that – it’s a blast. Whether you’re hiking…

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Beauty Meets History – Hiking Tahoe’s Rubicon Trail

Tahoe’s Rubicon Trail might sound familiar to you as it’s become a very popular destination for hikers throughout Northern California,…

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Northern California is Experiencing a Modern-Day Gold Rush. Here’s Where You Should Pan for Gold.

Northern California has recently been subjected to a harsh winter, with the Sierra Nevada bearing the brunt of severe storms.…

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Yosemite’s Mist Trail is Currently Overflowing with Water. Here’s What it Looks Like.

The Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park is known to push water onto the steps ascending up to the top…

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5 State Parks Open for Day Use in the Tahoe Basin

Sugar Pine State Park The Sierra State Parks Foundation has recently announced that several state parks located in California’s Tahoe…

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Celebrate Memorial Day at the Living Memorial Sculpture Garden Near Mount Shasta

Photo: Discover Siskiyou Each year, Memorial Day stands as a poignant reminder to all Americans of the sacrifices made by…

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Study: Natural Disasters Impact 18% of Camping Plans

Camping is one of the great past times in Northern California, but weather and wildfires have significantly impacted campsite availability…

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Here’s the Secret to Snagging Northern California’s Most Popular Campsites

Camping in Northern California can be a challenging task as the high demand for state park campsites often results in…

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A Day Hike Up Castle Dome Trail in the Castle Crags Wilderness

Adventure is calling, and I’m answering with my hiking boots. On this day, I find myself in the stunning Castle…

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This Fascinating Northern California Lake Sits at 125 Degrees Year-Round

Boiling Springs Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo: National Park Service The outdoor destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park…

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Photos Show Yosemite National Park Flooded as Historic Snowpack Continues to Melt

Photo: Yosemite National Park Recent images from California’s Yosemite National Park reveal the dramatic extent of flooding caused by melting…

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Historic Snowfall Will Keep Many Tahoe Campsites Closed for Memorial Day Weekend

As the summer season approaches, Lake Tahoe is gradually warming up, but the pace is not sufficient to eliminate the…

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4 NorCal Beaches Make List of ‘Best Hidden Beaches’ in America

Wildcat Beach ranked #8 nationally for the “best hidden beaches,” likely because of the beautiful Alamere Falls. Photo by Matt Bennett.…

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Two NorCal Campsites Named on List of Best Places to Camp in the Pacific Region

The Dyrt has recently unveiled its 2023 Best Places To Camp: Top 10 in the Pacific Region, largely based on…

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The Daunting Snow Removal Operation on Yosemite’s Tioga Road is Underway

After an exceptional winter, Yosemite’s high country is still deeply covered in snow, making the spring clearance of Tioga Road…

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Overhead Video Shows a Closed Feather Falls Bursting with Water

After the North Complex Fire burned through the Feather River Canyon, a complete closure of the area was issued, with…

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This Jaw-Dropping Eastern Sierra Lake was Named After a Group of Escaped Convicts

In the Eastern Sierra, a natural wonder known as Convict Lake captures the awe of photographers and anglers alike. This…

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The 8 Most Beautiful Lakes in Northern California

Northern California, synonymous with unparalleled natural beauty, is renowned for its diverse and mesmerizing landscapes. The region encompasses the majestic…

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Hiking into the Abandoned Donner Summit Train Tunnels in Truckee, California

Photo by Stephen Leonardi  It’s one of the most rare adventures in Northern California. Nestled in Northern California, Lake Tahoe offers…

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Prepare to Get Wet on Yosemite’s Mist Trail

The waterfalls of Yosemite National Park are world famous for their size and veracity. There’s the popular waterfalls like Yosemite…

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Trash to Treasure: Exploring Nature’s Art at Fort Bragg’s Glass Beach

Photo by Joshua Sortino It was common practice in the early 1900’s to just throw your trash in the ocean. Today,…

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These Volcanic Sand Dunes in Northern California are a Colorful Masterpiece of Nature

For anyone willing to make the tricky trek to the top of Lassen’s Cinder Cone, the view you find at…

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This Beautiful California Lake Doesn’t Have Any Fish

Mono Lake, located in California’s Eastern Sierra region, is a unique and fascinating body of water that has been attracting…

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These 10 Campgrounds in California Are Nearly Impossible to Book

Fallen Leaf Lake has one of the most popular campgrounds in the state near Lake Tahoe California offers some of…

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Yosemite Now Plans to Reopen Sooner Than Expected After Small Rise in Merced River

After Yosemite National Park announced it would be closed through May 3, the park now plans to partially reopen early…

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Two Bridges with the Same Name Tell a Fascinating Story of Northern California’s History

In July 1848, John Bidwell discovered gold in a canyon of the Feather River, leading to the establishment of Bidwell’s…

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June Lake Loop Opens for the Spring Season in the Eastern Sierra

The June Lake Loop, which takes vehicles to four lakes in Mono County, is now open following a snowy winter…

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It’s Officially ‘Moonbow’ Season in Yosemite. Here’s How to See the Coveted Natural Phenomenon.

Yosemite National Park, with its mesmerizing waterfalls, presents a unique natural phenomenon during the high country snowmelt season – the…

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Entrance to National Parks is Free this Weekend. Here’s Where to Go in Northern California.

Photo by Javier Quesada The National Park Service allows free entrance into all National Parks for five days every year. The…

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How the Historic Sierra Snowpack will Impact Yosemite National Park this Summer

Photo by Mick Haupt The immense snowpack in the Sierra Nevada this year has dramatically altered Yosemite National Park, and the…

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Find Whale Watching, White Sand Beaches and Historic Landmarks at Mendocino Headlands State Park

Mendocino Headlands State Park is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Located adjacent to the village of Mendocino, the park surrounds the…

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5 Places to Find Blooming Wildflowers in Siskiyou County

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou As the long winter of 2019 finally comes to a close, the wildflowers of…

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The Views at this NorCal Lookout are Simply Eye Popping – And You Can Stay Here For the Night

Imagine waking up in a historic lookout tower with sweeping views of Mount Shasta, the Castle Crags, and Lassen Peak.…

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Lake Tahoe a National Park? How Years of Decisions Shaped California’s Most Famous Lake.

Photo by Gordon Mak In 1861, Mark Twain camped on the shores of Lake Tahoe, captivated by its beauty. Unfortunately, he…

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This Northern California Town is Responsible for America’s First Bike Lane

The ever-popular bike lanes you see all around the country are a pretty new phenomenon. San Francisco received its first…

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Oroville’s Table Mountain Welcomes Spectacular Wildflower Super Bloom

There are a few magnificent destinations to see wildflower blooms in Northern California. The North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve in…

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This California Campground is Nearly Impossible to Get a Reservation

With a plethora of national and state parks, California is home to numerous coveted camping spots. However, one campground in…

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Hiking the Three Tiers of McCloud Falls in the Snow

Most people like to hike to Northern California’s amazing waterfalls in the spring or summer. That’s fair. There’s nothing wrong…

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This Historic Ghost Town in the Sierra is Completely Buried by Snow

Bodie, a ghost town founded in 1876 and located at an elevation of 8,375 feet south of Bridgeport, California, is…

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Hiking to the No-Name Waterfall in Mendocino’s Russian Gulch State Park

Photo by Mick Haupt  The rugged beauty of the Mendocino Coast attracts visitors from all over the world. Its stunning coastline,…

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This Popular Northern California Lake Was Once a National Park

Northern California is home to some of the most popular National Parks in America, with Yosemite National Park ranking high…

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Storm Damage Closes All Entrances to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Indefinitely

Photo: National Park Service The recent and ongoing winter storms have caused significant flooding impacts, resulting in the closure of…

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Yosemite National Park to Remain Closed for At Least Another Week

Yosemite National Park is currently closed with too much snow but firefighters were able to capture this photo.Photo by Yosemite…

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23 Must-See Outdoor Destinations to Explore in Northern California in 2023

The outdoor destinations of NorCal are some of the most jaw-dropping on the planet. From the active volcanoes to the…

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You Can Own a Piece of Paradise at this Outdoor Utopia in Far Northern California

Nestled along the northern border of California is a unique and family-friendly recreation opportunity – R-Ranch P.O.A. For over 50…

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Northern California is Home to the ‘World’s Smallest Mountain Range’

In Northern California, we have a lot going for us. We have multiple active volcanos, pristine National Parks, a beautiful…

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Stay Overnight at a Historic Northern California Lighthouse

There are so many great adventures to be had in Northern California, but there may be none as relaxing and…

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The Perfect Road Trip for Outdoor Adventurers in Siskiyou County

We work hard all week and it’s important to spend our days off enjoying life. If you choose to enjoy…

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5 Snowshoe Adventures Near Mount Shasta

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo by Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in NorCal, with fresh snow draping the beautiful…

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Go Off-The-Grid in this Remote Treehouse in the Northern California Wilderness

Photo: AirBnB Some people prefer the luxuries of glamping compared to roughing it in the wilderness. If that’s the case,…

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Finding Mossbrae Falls – Northern California’s Forbidden Waterfall

Photo by Josh Hild  Northern California is full of incredible waterfalls, many of which sit in the Shasta-Cascade region. The most…

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Officials Warn Against Visiting Phantom Falls Right Now

Photo courtesy of CDFW’s George Gilmore After a string of atmospheric rivers drenched Northern California in the months of December…

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VIDEO: Hikers Snowshoe Across Frozen Lake Helen in Lassen Volcanic National Park

In the wintertime in Lassen Volcanic National Park, visitors are met with a closed highway, meaning to visit most destinations…

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Exploring the Point Reyes Shipwreck of Tomales Bay

Photo by Stephen Leonardi It’s rare to see an accident with such size and historical significance sit in its original location.…

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Mount Shasta Named One of the ‘Best Secret Ski Towns in North America’ by National Geographic

There are some great ski towns in Northern California that get a ton of national press. Places like Truckee, South…

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Find Hundreds of Northern California Campsites with this Interactive Map

Camping is one of NorCal’s favorite pastimes. Who can deny the appeal of sitting around the campfire surrounded by family…

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This Carl’s Jr. Drive Thru Illustrates the Incredible Snowfall this Winter in Mammoth Lakes

Mammoth Lakes has already experienced the winter of a lifetime over the past three months. Nearby Mammoth Mountain has seen…

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86 State Parks are Closing Throughout California. Here’s the Full List of What’s Closed.

Due to the ongoing storms that have blanketed Northern California with rain and snow, flooding and wind damage have become…

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Yosemite’s Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Getting a Major Facelift

Funded by the Great American Outdoors Act, Yosemite National Park was recently awarded an approximately $31.6 million construction contract to upgrade the historic Ahwahnee Hotel. The…

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National Park Service Announces 5 Fee-Free Days for 2023

Photo by Jordan Pulmano The National Park Service will have 5 entrance fee-free days?in 2023. These ‘free days’ provide free admittance…

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How Did Lake Tahoe Get Its Name?

Lake Tahoe is a stunning alpine lake located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California and Nevada. It is…

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park Reopens 4 Additional Miles of Roads and Trails

California State Parks announced Big Basin Redwoods State Park will reopen an additional four miles of roads and trails effective…

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You Can Now Visit These 4 National Parks Around Northern California with Just One Pass

Photo by Deanna Lewis Due to overwhelming public support, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, in conjunction with Lava Beds National Monument, Crater…

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The NorCal Town Named ‘Rough and Ready’ Once Seceded from the United States

The only way you’ve probably heard of Rough and Ready, California is if you’ve driven on Highway 20 between Yuba…

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7 Incredible Winter Adventures Near Redding, California

Brought to you by Choose Redding Lassen Volcanic National Park in the winter It’s officially winter in Northern California, which…

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Mammoth Lakes Voted Best Ski Town in North America

Photo by Robson Hatsukami Morgan We all know that Mammoth Lakes in California’s Eastern Sierra is an outdoor utopia unlike anywhere…

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Phantom of the Falls: A Great Winter Spectacle

A flowing phantom haunts Table Mountain near Oroville. It disappears during the summer, and remains well hidden in remote Coal Canyon…

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Lassen Volcanic National Park is a Breathtaking Winter Wonderland Right Now

When the first storm of the week left Northern California on Friday morning, many mountain areas saw a beautiful bluebird…

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These Northern California Destinations Made Fodor’s ‘No List’ for 2023

Fodor’s is one of the world’s best resources for travelers. So when they tell you not to visit a place,…

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A Breathtaking Winter Expedition to Mount Shasta’s Heart Lake

Covered in a thick blanket of snow, Heart Lake virtually disappears in the winter. Familiar summer landmarks are transformed into…

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How to Go Ice Fishing on Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake

Now here’s something you don’t see everyday in Northern California. In the wintertime in Mount Shasta, visitors to Castle Lake…

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Closes Highway for Winter Season

The winter season is upon us, meaning outdoor destinations are altering their operations to deal with snow accumulation in the…

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Lassen’s Subway Cave Closes for the Winter Season

On November 15, the Subway Cave in Lassen National Forest closed for the winter season. It’s expected to reopen for…

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Yosemite to Eliminate Reservation System for Summer 2023

Photo by Jeremy Lwanga Yosemite National Park officials made a major announcement that they will no longer require reservations for vehicle…

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Northern California’s Most Beautiful Outdoor Ice Rink Prepares for Winter Opening

As a Northern California resident, skating on a beautiful outdoor ice rink might seem foreign. When you add the stunning…

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Take an Exhilarating Winter Ride Down Heavenly Resort’s Mountain Coaster

You may not be a fan of skiing or snowboarding, but there are plenty of reasons to head up to…

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Icicles Galore: A Winter Exploration of Lassen’s Subway Cave

It is one of the locations that is close enough to make a day trip, and one I have done…

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Celebrate Veteran’s Day at Living Memorial Sculpture Garden Near Mount Shasta

Photo: Discover Siskiyou Every year, Veteran’s Day sits as a reminder to all Americans about the sacrifice made by the…

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Entrance to National Parks is Free on Veterans Day. Here’s Where to Go in Northern California.

Photo by Mick Haupt The National Park Service allows free entrance into all National Parks for five days every year. This…

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Win a Northern California Staycation with the Discover Siskiyou 10K Giveaway

The outdoor destinations of Siskiyou County are some of the most spectacular in all of California, and now you can…

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Five Northern California Destinations Being Considered for Federal Historical Designation

Fort Ross Landing Historical and Archaeological District The California State Historical Resources Commission will hold a virtual meeting next Friday,…

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This Underwater Trail in Lake Tahoe is Home to Shipwrecks and Other Historic Artifacts

The history of Lake Tahoe sits at the bottom of its crystal-clear water and it’s now home to an underwater…

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Is This Yosemite Trail the Most Dangerous in America?

Photo by Oliver Plattner If you Google the most dangerous trails in America, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a list that…

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Find Iconic Views Hiking Up Mount Shasta’s Black Butte

For frequenters of northbound Interstate 5 in Northern California, imposing Black Butte is nearly as iconic as its next-door-neighbor Mt.…

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The 10 Best Bike Rides Around Lake Tahoe

Photo: Bike Tahoe There are a lot of opportunities for a great bike ride in Northern California, but the best…

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Lassen Volcanic National Park Announces Partial Reopening of Kings Creek Falls Overlook

The rebuilding of infrastructure in Lassen Volcanic National Park continues after 73,240 acres of the park was burned in the…

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Yurok Tribe Partners with California State Parks to Manage North Coast Redwoods

California State Parks and the Yurok Tribe signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to establish a collaborative approach to…

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Trinity Alps Wilderness Highlighted in Outside Magazine’s ‘Favorite Fall Backpacking Trips’

Photo by Erin O’Brien The Trinity Alps Wilderness, located just northwest of Redding, is a gorgeous mountain range providing backpackers with…

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The Largest Corn Maze in the World Sits Right Here in Northern California

In Dixon, California sits a 63-acre fall utopia with a pumpkin patch, hay rides and the largest corn maze in…

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Visit North America’s Tallest Waterfall in Yosemite National Park

Photo by Jeremy Lwanga Everyone knows that Northern California is home to hundreds of beautiful waterfalls, some of them world-renown. But…

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No Reservations: Yosemite Ending Vehicle Pass Requirements Soon

Photo by Rakshith Hatwar Yosemite National Park is known to be one of the most visited parks in the United States,…

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This NorCal River Gets Nearly a Million Visitors a Year. Volunteers Are Its Only Hope to Stay Clean.

When it comes to the National Parks in Northern California, federal resources help officials keep it clean and safe for…

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Outside Magazine Lists the Best Hikes in Northern California National Parks. Here’s Our Take.

Photo by Saketh Garuda A list of the best hikes in every National Park in America was compiled by Outside Magazine,…

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See What It Takes To Hike Northern California’s Legendary Lost Coast Trail

Photo: Bureau of Land Management A mention of the Lost Coast should never be omitted from any comprehensive discussion of…

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The 5 Best Places to Go Stargazing Around Redding, California

Brought to you by Choose Redding Stars over Chaos Crags When summer arrives in Northern California, the night sky comes…

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10 GIANT Waterfalls You Have to See in Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park has countless waterfalls. A tour of the massive park can yield many small waterfalls, but we wanted…

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Road Trippin’: Why You Have to See the Purest Water in the World at Oregon’s Crater Lake

Photo by Sébastien Goldberg When you see the Golden Gate Bridge, no one has to tell you where you are. The…

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You Can Kiss a Giraffe at this Awesome Northern California Park

By Amy Sue Do you have an animal lover in your family? I’ve got one, and she gets extraordinarily excited…

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