California State Parks

Getting the Most of Your Big Sur Day Trip

04/29/2021 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Taking a Big Sur Day trip? Use our guide to help you get the most out of your day with top things to do and practical tips for optimizing your time on the road.

Like a Local: 30 Fun Things to do in Half Moon Bay

04/08/2021 by Carol Guttery 8 Comments

Get advice from a local with these 30 ideas for fun things to do in Half Moon Bay California. Find cool beaches, hikes, attractions, wildlife viewing and places to eat.

How to Take a Wildflower Hike on North Table Mountain in Oroville

04/02/2021 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Visit Table Mountain in Oroville for great hiking and an amazing spring wildflower show. This guide has a full FAQ with hiking suggestions and hot flower and landscape pics.

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

02/20/2021 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

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.

Pescadero State Beach: Everything You Need to Know

02/03/2021 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

This guide has everything you need to know to have a chill day hanging out at Pescadero State Beach. Get location and parking logistics and a list of fun things to do there.

Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park: How to Plan Your Visit

01/23/2021 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

This guide has everything you need to know to enjoy a day visit, hiking and camping in Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park.

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

01/21/2021 by Carol Guttery 1 Comment

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.