Redwoods National and State Parks is a hidden gem in California located five and a half hours north of San Francisco along the coast. As the name implies, these parks are home to the tallest trees in the world that tower over this old-growth forest, which is covered with fern and clover...
Fifteen miles west of San Rafael, the Bay Area crowds are non-existent and coastal redwoods intermingle with oaks and firs to create a lovely fall spectacle come late October. Samuel P Taylor State Park in Marin County is a great place to hike, bike, and enjoy the golds and browns popping...
San Jose is just a short drive from the Santa Cruz Mountains and famous Big Basin Redwoods State Park. The Pacific coastline is just west of the city and great for beachcombing, surfing and whale watching at the right time of year. For anyone wanting to remain inland, the wine regions ...
If you’re a tree lover, you have to go see the giant redwoods of Sequoia National Park. There’s plenty of hiking in both national parks—from short, well-marked patchs to day hikes to multi-day backpacking trails. Sequoia is slightly more drive-and-look friendly with cool attractions ...
You also shouldn’t miss Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park — home to the famousJames Irvine Trail. Animal lovers will want to check out Channel Islands National Park near Ventura to see bald eagles, sea lions, and whales in their natural habitats. ...
There are lush waterfalls everywhere in Napali thanks to the frequent rainfall.4. Redwood National and State Parks, CaliforniaAt Redwood National and State Parks, prepare to be awe-struck as you wander through a fairytale forest of colossal redwoods, some of the tallest living beings on Earth. ...
8. Redwoods of Redwood National and State Parks, USA Have you ever considered a tree as a wonder of nature? At first glance, trees may seem ordinary due to their abundance, but the Coast Redwoods, in particular, is a true marvel of the natural world. These arethe tallest...
Big River Beach just north of the bridge in Mendocino, where the redwoods meet the sea, is reached from the Presbyterian Church on Main Street to a staircase to the beach. “The most popular beach with lots of activity- surfers, volleyball, etc. Soft sand, river side is often warmer, cu...