Yosemite Valley
Yosemite National Park, CA
Sheer granite walls, the free-fall of Yosemite Falls, and the broad green valley floor — Yosemite is the archetype of American wilderness. Best experienced at sunrise before the crowds arrive.
The Golden State
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California
From redwood forests to desert plains, Pacific coastlines to alpine peaks — a curated guide to the state's finest places.
By Region
Four Distinct Landscapes
California spans over 160,000 square miles, each region offering a character entirely its own.
Northern California
San Francisco · Napa · RedwoodsCoastal fog, ancient redwood groves, and world-class wine country await.
Explore ↗Central Coast
Big Sur · Monterey · Santa BarbaraNinety miles of dramatic cliffs and Pacific vistas along Highway 1.
Explore ↗Sierra Nevada
Yosemite · Lake Tahoe · SequoiaGranite peaks, alpine lakes, and the tallest trees on earth.
Explore ↗Southern California
Los Angeles · San Diego · Joshua TreeSun, desert, and urban energy stretching from the Mojave to the Pacific.
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Not to Be Missed
Three experiences that define a California journey.
Big Sur Coastline
Monterey County, CA
Highway 1 hugs cliffs above the Pacific for roughly 90 miles of some of the most dramatic coastal scenery on earth. Stop at McWay Falls and Bixby Creek Bridge.
View driving route ↗Joshua Tree National Park
San Bernardino County, CA
Where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet, Joshua trees stand against boulder-strewn landscapes. Exceptional stargazing, climbing, and the surreal Cholla Cactus Garden await.
Plan Your Trip
Practical guides on getting there, best travel seasons, transport options, and where to stay.
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