Destinations
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May- 2023 -1 May
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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Apr- 2023 -30 April
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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30 April
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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30 April
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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29 April
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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29 April
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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22 April
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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19 April
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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19 April
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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13 April
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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10 April
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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Mar- 2023 -28 March
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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28 March
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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28 March
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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27 March
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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23 March
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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22 March
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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22 March
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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21 March
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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20 March
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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20 March
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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6 March
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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Feb- 2023 -24 February
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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22 February
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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20 February
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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20 February
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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13 February
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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8 February
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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7 February
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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Jan- 2023 -31 January
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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29 January
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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29 January
6 Epic Snowshoe Hikes in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade
Brought to you by Choose Reddding It’s wintertime in Northern California, possibly having you believe that it’s not the time…
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29 January
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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29 January
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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23 January
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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20 January
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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9 January
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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3 January
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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Dec- 2022 -29 December
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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26 December
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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22 December
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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17 December
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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15 December
How You Can Snowshoe an Active Volcano for FREE in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Brought to you by Choose Redding Photo: National Park Service With mounds of snow in the Northern California mountains, adventurers…
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13 December
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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11 December
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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8 December
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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7 December
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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3 December
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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Nov- 2022 -28 November
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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27 November
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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21 November
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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17 November
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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17 November
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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16 November
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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14 November
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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12 November
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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12 November
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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9 November
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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7 November
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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Oct- 2022 -17 October
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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6 October
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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6 October
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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5 October
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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5 October
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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2 October
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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Sep- 2022 -28 September
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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18 September
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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18 September
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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13 September
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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7 September
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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Aug- 2022 -23 August
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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22 August
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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22 August
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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9 August
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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8 August
Take the Siskiyou Pledge For a Chance to Win a Free Trip to California’s Far North
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou There’s no question that Siskiyou County is one of the great areas of outdoor…
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2 August
Yosemite to Reopen Mariposa Grove Following Washburn Fire Closure
Following a nearly month-long closure in which the Washburn Fire grew to nearly 20,000 acres in Yosemite National Park, the…
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Jul- 2022 -27 July
Big Basin’s Story: How a Wildfire Completely Changed California’s Oldest State Park
On August 18, 2020, the CZU Lightning Complex Fire blazed through California’s oldest state park – the Big Basin Redwoods.…
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7 July
6 Tips for Hiking Brokeoff Mountain in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Brokeoff Mountain in Lassen National Park is notorious for being one of the most difficult hikes in our area. The…
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1 July
This Northern California Ghost Town is Cursed, According to its Visitors
Flickr/Robert Shea The workers at the Bodie State Historic Park are used to receiving letters in the mail talking about…
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Jun- 2022 -30 June
California’s Oldest State Park to Reopen Just Two Years After Being Completely Destroyed by Wildfire
California State Parks and Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks today announced Big Basin Redwoods State Park will partially reopen…
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28 June
22 Spectacular Outdoor Destinations to Visit Near Redding, California in 2022
Brought to you by Choose Redding Stunning views in the Trinity Alps. Photo by Ben Guernsey. The year of the adventurer…
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28 June
A Lupine Super Bloom is Taking Over Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is one of the most beautiful places in Northern California, if not the entire United States. Add to…
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22 June
What to Expect When Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park After the Dixie Fire
The entrance sign to Juniper Lake burned by the Dixie Fire. Photo: NPS In 2021, the Dixie Fire ravaged five…
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20 June
An Underground Visit to Lava Beds National Monument
This past weekend, Kiva and I visited Lava Beds National Monument for an overnight trip. I’ve been a few times…
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12 June
Celebrate California State Park Week June 14 – 18
Photo by Kitera Dent The public is invited to celebrate the first annual California State Parks Week, June 14-18, presented by California State…
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9 June
The Zodiac Signs as Northern California Destinations
Just like human beings around the world, the destinations of Northern California have distinct characteristics that can bring out thoughts…
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6 June
Lassen Park Highway Opens for the Summer Season
Photo: National Park Service The road through Lassen Volcanic National Park opened to vehicle traffic on Friday, June 3rd, indicating…
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6 June
NorCal Destination Makes Outside Magazine’s List of ‘Best Campsites in the U.S.’
Flickr/daveynin When it comes to some of the best camping in the United States, Outside Magazine knows its stuff. That’s…
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May- 2022 -31 May
A Complete Guide to Bidwell Park – Chico’s Massive Outdoor Utopia
Hot, flat, dry and the most interesting thing to do is drink beer. It’s not a far reach to say…
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30 May
Visiting the Living Memorial Sculpture Garden Near Mount Shasta
The Living Memorial Sculpture Garden is an exceptional 136-acre art installation and war memorial along Highway 97 on the Goosenest…
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30 May
This Boat-In Park Outside Redding, California is Northern California’s Best Kept Secret
The state and national parks throughout Northern California are some of our most visited destinations. From Lassen Volcanic National Park…
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27 May
Brand-New Elevated Boardwalk Now Fully Open in Jedediah Smith Redwoods
California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Redwood Parks Conservancy and the National Park Service have completed construction on the…
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25 May
Here’s How You Can Visit Whiskeytown NRA For Free this Summer
Visiting Whiskeytown National Recreation Area in the summer is a time-honored tradition for Shasta County locals. A trip to Whiskeytown…
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23 May
NPS Visitation Numbers Show Yosemite Isn’t Northern California’s Most Popular National Park
Muir Woods is within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Photo by Caleb Jones. The National Park Service released its 2021…
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22 May
This Historic Northern California Boomtown Maintains its Gold Rush Charm
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s sometimes hard to fathom that Northern California once sat as the center of…
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17 May
Yosemite Announces Opening Day 2022 for Half Dome Cables
Yosemite National Park has announced they plan to install the cables on Half Dome to allow hikers to summit the…
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Apr- 2022 -14 April
A Complete Guide to Spring Adventures in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo by Dave B It’s that time of year again! Time to shed those snow…
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8 April
Cannabis Farm Offering Limited AirBnB Experience in Sonoma County
Cannabis tourism continues to thrive in Northern California, with many farms using their beautiful fields to attract unique tours and…
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2 April
Siskiyou Adventures: Hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail from Castle Crags to the Oregon Border
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Stepping from civilization onto the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in Northern California is a…
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Mar- 2022 -30 March
Popular Destinations in Whiskeytown NRA Set to Reopen Following Nearly 4-Year Carr Fire Closure
Beginning Friday, April 1, hikers, campers, mountain bikers, trail runners, and horseback riders will be able to access several areas…
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