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The Closest Airport to Joshua Tree & Top Tips for Getting There

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Closest airport to Joshua Tree- Palm springs airport concourse

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

How to Spend One Day in Joshua Tree National Park

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua tree landscape with blue sky and rocks

Get the most out of spending one day in Joshua Tree National Park. This guide suggests things to do for a Joshua Tree day trip with practical planning tips.

Your San Francisco to Las Vegas Drive: 4 Routes With Scenic Stops

Last Modified: January 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

San Francisco to Las Vegas Drive Routes- city skylines

Make the most of your San Francisco to Las Vegas drive. Get 4 different scenic road trip routes with tips for key stops along the way.

20 Eyepopping Scenic Drives in California

Last Modified: May 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Volcanic Scenic Byway in California: Lassen National Park. highway and mountains

Get road trip inspiration with these 20 ideas for the best scenic drives in California. Find 10 multi-day and 10 day trip ideas covering Northern and Southern California.

The Essential Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Itinerary

Last Modified: March 23, 2022 by Carol Guttery

McWay falls in southern Big Sur

Hit the road with this detailed Pacific Coast Highway road trip itinerary from San Francisco to Los Angeles along America’s most scenic coastal route.

How and Why to Hike Sidewinder Canyon in Death Valley

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Sidewinder Canyon slot canyon #4- narrow rock walls

This guide for Sidewinder Canyon in Death Valley trail will give you inspiration to do it and practical advice on how to find and hike the slot canyons.

How to Ace Your Death Valley Visit: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Gower Canyon hike colored landscape

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

Hiking Guide for the Golden Canyon Trail (& Why You Should Add on Gower Gulch)

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Gower Gulch loop Red Cathedral view

This guide for the Death Valley Golden Canyon trail and the Gower Gulch loop will give you practical advice on how to find and do the hike with side trails & overlooks.

Complete Guide to 12 Death Valley Campgrounds: Where to Camp & When

Last Modified: March 15, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Best Death Valley Campgrounds RV at Sunrise

This guide covers all of the best Death Valley campgrounds. Get costs, amenities, things to do nearby and the best time to camp in the park.

Your Highway 395 Road Trip Itinerary: Everything You Need to Plan a Trip

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Views from Travertine hot springs of Bridgeport Eastern Sierras. snowy peaks and rocks

This Highway 395 road trip itinerary will give you everything you need see the best of the Eastern Sierras. Get your complete guide with planning tips and a map.

The 10 Best Ghost Towns in California: Boom, Bust and a Lotta Dust

Last Modified: March 24, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Ghost town of Bodie: Swazey Hotel building ruin

Get inspired to learn about California’s gold rush and mining history by visiting these 10 best ghost towns in California. Learn what made them boom and then bust.

Find the Hottest California Street Art in These 10 Cities

Last Modified: April 28, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Sacramento mural by Shepard Fairey

Learn why California street art culture is so hot right now and find 10 cool towns, cities and offbeat spots for exploring it. Get links to specific guides and mural maps.

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