15 Fun Facts About Yosemite National Park That Will Surprise You
Learn some fun facts about Yosemite National Park before you visit. Get the scoop on Yosemite’s history, natural resources, big gigantic rocks, and offbeat factoids.
Central California has something for everyone. On the western side, we have the Central Coast with the epic Big Sur coast to wine tasting, hiking, historic Missions and chill beach time.
And on the eastern side, we’ve got Yosemite, and the fantastic scenery of the Eastern Sierra.
Get some itinerary ideas with our guide to doing Big Sur, visiting Yosemite in the winter, road tripping SF to Yosemite and roadtripping down Highway 395.
We also have tons of travel ideas for the Central Coast, like fun things to do in Paso Robles, wine tasting in Pismo Beach and beachcombing in Pismo.
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Learn some fun facts about Yosemite National Park before you visit. Get the scoop on Yosemite’s history, natural resources, big gigantic rocks, and offbeat factoids.
Make the most of your Yosemite winter trip. Get planning tips and a list of 25 fun things to do in Yosemite in the winter, including hikes, winter sports, tours and epic views.
Have yourself a totally chill weekend getaway with these relaxing things to do in Carmel Valley. Find wineries, hikes, cute shops and great places to eat.
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.)
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 Piedras Blancas light station is the perfect mix of California history and stunning coastline. This guide gives you info on why and how to visit the lighthouse.
Figure out where (and when) to find the best fall color in the Eastern Sierras of California. Get specific advice on 22 leafy locations along the Highway 395 corridor.
Amazing landscapes and CA history await you with these spectacular things to do in Lone Pine, CA. Get a full guide with scenic drives, planning tips and lodging options.
Figure out the best and closest airport to Big Sur, California to serve your upcoming trip. This thorough guide also offers rental car and trip planning resources.
Figure out the best and closest airport to Yosemite National Park to serve your upcoming trip. This thorough guide also offers rental car and trip planning suggestions.
Make the most of your San Francisco to Death Valley drive. This detailed itinerary has a routing loop with scenic stops and super useful trip planning tips.
Learn about boho, quirky Harmony California. Get the scoop on its history, how it got that name, why they have cow sculptures, and find some cool things to do there.