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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 Francisco Bay Area
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Orange County
Orange County
- Deserts
Deserts
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- North Coast
North Coast
Explore California's Cities
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- Carmel-by-the-SeaMonterey County
Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Costa MesaOrange County
Costa Mesa
- ReddingShasta County
Redding
- Paso RoblesSan Luis Obispo County
Paso Robles
- MarysvilleYuba County
Marysville
- Tahoe CityPlacer County
Tahoe City
- North Lake TahoePlacer County
North Lake Tahoe
- TruckeeNevada County
Truckee
- Bass LakeMadera County
Bass Lake
- GrovelandTuolumne County
Groveland
- South Lake TahoeEl Dorado County
South Lake Tahoe
- Mammoth LakesMono County
Mammoth Lakes
- BishopInyo County
Bishop
- PetalumaSonoma County
Petaluma
- GuernevilleSonoma County
Guerneville
- HealdsburgSonoma County
Healdsburg
- Santa RosaSonoma County
Santa Rosa
- SonomaSonoma County
Sonoma
- SebastopolSonoma County
Sebastopol
- Bodega BaySonoma County
Bodega Bay
Travel Videos
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California 101
Yosemite National Park
Luxury Minute
The Resort at Pelican Hill: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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L'Horizon Hotel and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
California 101
Gold Country Road Trip
California 101
Central Valley Road Trip
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Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
California 101
Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
California 101
California’s Highway One Road Trip
Luxury Minute
Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Gateways to Yosemite: 5 Amazing Things
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Hotel Bel-Air: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Recommended Reading
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- Where to Celebrate and Commemorate Juneteenth 2025 in California
Where to Celebrate and Commemorate Juneteenth 2025 in California
Honor the historic independence from slavery in the United States with joyous celebrations across the Golden State - Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Watch a waterfall tumble to the beach - Limekiln State Park
Limekiln State Park
Visit historic kilns and hike to the beach - How to Spend a Perfect Day in Redding
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Redding
Get out and explore this Shasta Cascade gem, carving out time to enjoy architectural icons, biking trails, and a dynamic shopping scene - Awesome Ways to Experience California's Moviemaking Magic
Awesome Ways to Experience California's Moviemaking Magic
Immerse yourself in cinema culture at L.A.'s new movie museum, ride along on a celebrity-centric Hollywood tour, or visit California's stunning movie locations - Cheech Marin: High on Art
Cheech Marin: High on Art
The comedian and art collector is enhancing the cultural scene in Riverside while also boosting appreciation for Chicano art - A Podcast That Explores Three Aspects of Palm Springs
A Podcast That Explores Three Aspects of Palm Springs
Experience the unique aesthetics and time-capsule culture of this desert city - 3 Northern California Towns You Should Know
3 Northern California Towns You Should Know
Longtime residents of Chico, Winters, and Redding share insights about their charming hometowns, including tips on where to relax and play - 3 Perfect Summer Vacations
3 Perfect Summer Vacations
Give a fresh spin to your trip to California theme parks, beaches, and national parks - Brooke Williamson’s Four-in-One Eatery
Brooke Williamson’s Four-in-One Eatery
The ‘Top Chef’ champ offers tips for dining and playing around Los Angeles—including her collection of culinary experiences in Playa del Rey - Mendocino County’s Simple Luxuries
Mendocino County’s Simple Luxuries
Three locals explain why this North Coast region is low-key amazing - Culinary Road Trips, Catalina Island
Culinary Road Trips, Catalina Island
Listen to the California Now Podcast for restaurant recommendations from food critic Jeff Gordinier, and discover what makes Catalina so special - L.A. Hotels, Family Learning Adventure, McCloud
L.A. Hotels, Family Learning Adventure, McCloud
Spot celebrities in posh L.A. hotels, have fun and learn in the Bay Area, and visit a former Northern California logging town with modern charm - The Pacific Ocean and California Coast
The Pacific Ocean and California Coast
Explore the Golden State's rich connection to its ocean shores in this episode of the California Now Podcast - California's Wide-Open Spaces
California's Wide-Open Spaces
Learn about unique ways to explore the Golden State's great outdoors on this episode of the California Now Podcast - The Wilder Side of Urban California
The Wilder Side of Urban California
With beaches, forests, and hikes into the hills, California cities offer endless—and easy—outdoor escapes - 3 Amazing Ways to Explore Greater Palm Springs
3 Amazing Ways to Explore Greater Palm Springs
A string of desert towns offers surprisingly diverse hiking, culture, and architecture - Unearthing Treasures in California’s Gold Country
Unearthing Treasures in California’s Gold Country
Discover historic towns, farm-to-fork dining, and boutique shopping in this gem-filled destination - 12 Must-See Wonders
12 Must-See Wonders
Explore California’s natural beauty at these dozen standout destinations - 8 California Oddities
8 California Oddities
Atlas Obscura cofounder Dylan Thuras shares a few of his favorite quirky attractions
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