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How To Rock Your Joshua Tree Visit: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park visit: Trees, desert mountain background

This is the only guide you’ll need to plan your Joshua Tree visit. This insanely thorough travel guide has planning tips, top things to do, lodging and packing ideas.

Complete Guide to 18 Joshua Tree Campgrounds (In & Out of the Park)

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park Minerva Hoyt trail

This guide covers all of the best Joshua Tree National Park campgrounds. Get planning tips, costs, amenities, how to snag a reservation and things to do nearby.

The 10 Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park Hiking at Arch Rock

The best hikes in Joshua Tree run the gamut from easy nature trails to longer hikes with epic landscapes. Get the guide with 10 hikes + practical planning tips.

Why and How to Visit the John Muir National Historic Site

Last Modified: February 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

John Muir Historic Site home exterior

Visit the John Muir National Historic site in Martinez, CA. Learn about Muir’s conservation legacy, his family and his ranch. This guide offers practical advice on how to visit.

All 33 California National Parks: Full Guide and Map

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

California National Parks: El Capitan in Yosemite

Get inspired to visit California’s national parks. This guide lists ALL 33 national park sites in California with park info, activity ideas and a map.

What to Pack for Yosemite: Complete List for Any Season

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Rafting in Yosemite. river and bridge

Figure out what to take to Yosemite…whatever the season. This complete packing list has everything you need (plus a few odd items you probably never considered.)

Van Damme State Park: Hiking & Camping Guide

Last Modified: January 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Van Damme State Park Fern Canyon hike. woman hiking on bridge

This guide has everything you need to know to hike and camp in Van Damme State Park. Enjoy the Coast Redwoods and fern canyon in lovely Mendocino County.

Hendy Woods State Park: Camping & Hiking Guide

Last Modified: January 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Little Hendy Trail in Hendy Woods. Coast Redwoods in Mendocino county

This guide has everything you need to know for hiking and camping in Hendy Woods State Park. Enjoy forest bathing in the lovely Coast Redwoods of Mendocino County.

Where to Stay in Death Valley: From Fancy to Budget

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Where to stay in Death Valley: The Ranch at Death Valley. Grounds and palm trees

Figure out where to stay in Death Valley National Park. This guide gives you the best places to stay both in and near the park, with budgets from basic to fancy.

Why & How to Visit Vikingsholm Castle in Lake Tahoe

Last Modified: November 21, 2021 by Carol Guttery

Vikingsholm castle Lake Tahoe: granite exterior

Vikingsholm Castle in Lake Tahoe is a cool historic building perched right on Emerald Bay. This guide offers some history of the property and practical advice on how to visit.

All 43 California Redwood Parks: Full Guide & Map

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

California Redwood Parks: Humboldt State Parks. forest with light

Get inspired to visit California’s redwood parks. This guide lists ALL 43 redwood forests in California with park info, hiking ideas and a map.

The Closest Airport to Redwood National Park (It’s Complicated!)

Last Modified: March 18, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Pathway Avenue of the Giants male hiker

Figure out the best and closest airport to Redwood National Park to serve your upcoming trip. This thorough guide also offers rental car and trip planning suggestions.

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