California has the most national parks of any state in the U.S. There are 9 in California (Alaska comes in a close second with 8). I made it my personal mission to visit all 9 national parks in California, partly for fun, partly out of curiosity. Now after visiting all 9, which ones do I …
With one day in Lassen Volcanic National Park, you can see and do a lot, but you should still prioritize the best hikes in the park. Let’s look at the trails and areas you can’t miss while visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park for a day. About Lassen Volcanic National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park is …
Planning on visiting Redwood National and State Parks? Good choice. The majestic redwood trees along northern California’s jagged moody coastline are a sight to behold. With three days in this area, you can see and do a lot ā from hiking to exploring lighthouses to even catching sight of an elk or two. Here’s your …
Thinking of visiting Death Valley but you only have a day? No worries, a day in Death Valley National Park is possible. Yes, the park is huge, but there are several highlights in Death Valley close enough together to where you can easily see all in 1 day in Death Valley. A bonus: All of …
There’s a rare, temporary lake in the driest place in North America. Does that not blow your mind? If you’re wanting to see this incredible phenomenon, go now! It’s estimated that Lake Manly could dry up soon. Here’s everything you should know before making the trek out to Death Valley to see Lake Manly in …
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have more to see than just big trees. They have imposing canyons, cascading waterfalls, wildflower-filled meadows, and sweeping viewpoints. Make the most of your next trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon in California with these can’t miss activities. About Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Kings Canyon and Sequoia …
Wondering how to do a day trip to Channel Islands National Park? I’ve compiled a complete guide on how to visit Channel Islands for a day ā everything you need to know and what I wish I knew when I did a day trip to Channel Islands National Park. Twelve family members joined me on …
I visited Pinnacles National Park for a day and found its hike to Bear Gulch Cave and Reservoir to be one of my favorite hiking trails I’ve ever done. The hike to Bear Gulch Reservoir allows you to also explore Bear Gulch Cave on the way and is easily the best hike in Pinnacles National …
Planning to visit Joshua Tree National Park? One day in Joshua Tree is plenty of time to see all the highlights of this national park in the California desert. We spent one December day in Joshua Tree National Park, and here are the best things we did. About Joshua Tree National Park Joshua Tree National …
Visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks must be on your California bucket list. Imposing canyons, cascading waterfalls, wildflower-filled meadows, sweeping viewpoints, and some of the tallest trees in the world. Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have all this and more. Visiting Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is definitely worth it because these …
