Travelers come from all over the world to road-trip Highway 1, which runs along California's rugged Pacific Coast. The vistas include wind-swept bluffs, tiny surfers in the distance, and sea otters or ...

Dreaming of pitching your tent with the sound of crashing waves as your lullaby? Beach tent camping in California is the ultimate way to soak up the Golden State’s iconic coastline. While camping ...

There are so many great parks in California it can be daunting to narrow your adventure. Do you want a place exploding with desert wildflowers? A beach with mysterious tidal pools, a hike where your ...

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On a late fall camping trip, my family and I were headed to Picacho State Recreation Area. The remote desert park is situated along a scenic 9-mile stretch of the Colorado River on the border of ...

You’re lounging on your back, saltwater coating your lips, sand between your toes. And you think to yourself: “Now this is a great beach.” When you visit the 50 beaches from San Diego to Santa Barbara ...

The curated articles highlight distinctive elements of California's parks and beaches. They collectively underscore the complexities surrounding funding, accessibility, and visitor experiences.