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    From misty Northern California redwood forests to sun-kissed Southern California beaches, the enchanted Golden State makes Disneyland seem normal. Discover hundreds of places to visit, learn our diverse regions and lively cities all in one place.

    Explore California's 12 Regions

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    • San Francisco Bay Area
    • San Diego County
    • Los Angeles County
    • High Sierra
    • Central Coast
    • Central Valley
    • Inland Empire
    • Deserts
    • North Coast
    • Orange County
    • Shasta Cascade
    • Gold Country
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    Explore California's Cities

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    • Napa CountyYountville
    • San Francisco CountySan Francisco
    • Monterey CountyBig Sur
    • Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
    • Fresno CountyFresno
    • Madera CountyBass Lake
    • Santa Clara CountyMorgan Hill
    • Sonoma CountySonoma
    • Los Angeles CountyBeverly Hills
    • Santa Clara CountySanta Clara
    • Orange CountyDana Point
    • San Diego CountyDel Mar
    • Tuolumne CountyGroveland
    • Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara
    • Nevada CountyTruckee
    • Los Angeles CountyPasadena
    • San Joaquin CountyStockton
    • Ventura CountyVentura
    • Riverside CountyTemecula
    • Stanislaus CountyModesto
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    Recommended Reading

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    • Beginner’s Guide to California Camping
      What you need to know before your first camping adventure in the Golden State
    • Fantastic 2024 Thanksgiving Feasts in California
      Come for well-crafted turkey dinners with local wine, decadent desserts, and gorgeous settings
    • Borrego Badlands & Font’s Point
      See sweeping vistas of a sculpted desert in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
    • Bidwell Park
      Visit this sprawling Chico park to swim, hike and bike trails, golf, and more
    • How to Plan Your California National Park Vacation in 2022
      Get the latest scoop on reservations, shuttles, lodging, roads, and trails
    • Play “What If?” When Planning a California Trip
      Brainstorm your future getaway with the fabulous locations from our latest TV spot
    • Perfect California Beach Towns
      Discover quintessential sun and fun at these coastal charmers
    • California’s Outstanding Railroad Experiences
      Play conductor, marvel at artifacts, go for a ride, or just sip wine and enjoy the scenery
    • 8 California Oddities
      Atlas Obscura cofounder Dylan Thuras shares a few of his favorite quirky attractions
    • 7 Seasonal Spectacles
      Time your visit for when California’s flora and fauna celebrate the seasons with fanfare
    • 5 Remarkable California Trees
      The Golden State’s first works of art may have been these amazing trees
    • 15 Amazing Outdoor Adventures
      California offers endless reasons to get outside and explore
    • 13 Iconic California Hotels
      From oceanfront retreats and lively urban hotels to quirky inns and plush resorts, California offers lodging options for all
    • 12 Earth Day Events in California in 2024
      Eco-friendly adventures await—here’s a guide to some of the top ways you can help protect the planet while exploring the Golden State
    • 11 Incredible California Beaches
      Secluded, action-packed, or classic—there's a California beach for every mood
    • Tips for a SoCal Surfing Vacation—from Actual Surfers
      Take advice from three influencers who traveled to some of the Golden State’s most popular beach destinations
    • 9 Ways to Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day
      Start turning your California travel dreams into a reality
    • 25 Fabulous October Events
      Come to California for top-notch food festivals, eclectic music weekends, and cool seasonal thrills
    • Explore the Rugged Allure of California’s Lost Coast
      Join the New York Times on a family-friendly adventure through a remote and beautiful stretch of the North Coast
    • 29 Sensational September Events in California
      Surf, sip wine, or enjoy music at some of the biggest festivals of the year
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