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   Southern CA

   Turning Over a New Leaf

   Ready to turn over a new leaf? Autumn is too! It's a good time to slow things down and take a walk on the leafy side. From historic neighborhood trees to hidden urban forests and a surprising grove of redwoods, these three LA-area walks are just the thing for branching into a new season.

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   Northern CA

   Autumn Roll Call

   That cooler morning air, followed by midday sun splashing across golden hills as leaves float down from the trees … yeah, let’s go for a ride! These three Bay Area bike (and hike) trails serve up a mix of signature big views, bold reds (redwoods and wine!), and wide-open spaces.

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   Northern CA

   Get That Autumn Glow

   Who says California doesn't get all the seasons? This time of year, the Golden State gets a glow-up: Hillsides turn honey-gold, city skylines shimmer, and coastal perches catch the last rays of the day. Here are three ways to fall for the Bay Area...

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   Sponsored

   2026-10-14

   Chasing Dark Skies: Southern Oregon

   Hot springs, hiking, lodging, antelope, and one of the world’s best places for looking up at night.

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5. 
   Southern CA

   That Natural Glow

   Who needs a filter? Autumn's lower sun gives Southern California a natural glow of its own, brushing sandstone formations in warm light, turning city skylines golden, and bathing mountain horizons in tangerine tones. From LA's rocky landscapes to San Diego's sunset summits, here are three ways to soak up the season's changing light.

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6. 
   Northern CA & Southern CA

   Where YOU Adventured This Summer!

   You understood the assignment! For our 20th Anniversary Adventure Challenge, you went near, far, and whoa, that far?! You explored secret stairways, Sierra lakes, riverside bike rides (and beers!). You ventured to the mountains and lakes of Reno Tahoe, the redwood groves and granite wonders of Yosemite, the dunes of Oregon, the shores of Washington State, and even Whistler, British Columbia. Here’s a roundup of just some of the adventures that got you going this summer. The Challenge ends this Sunday, so it’s last call to get your commemorative tee!

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7. 
   Northern CA

   Three Ways to Tam!

   Our Adventure Challenge clock is ticking, and time’s running out to earn our commemorative T-shirt. Know what that means? It’s Tam time! We’ve got some easy and terrific ideas for knocking out your three adventures in one grand day, in one grand place, Marin's Mount Tam. Have a Tamtastic time!

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   Southern CA

   Good Griffith!

   Adventure Challenge deadline sneaking up on you? There’s still time to get outdoors and earn your commemorative T-shirt. Griffith Park has enough hikes, hidden gems, and only-in-LA landmarks to knock out three adventures in one grand day. Keep calm, Griffith’s on!

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   Northern CA

   Fall Peaks

   Fall is officially here, with the landscape churning earthier tones. Enjoy them by hiking up to some of the Bay Area’s most scenic peaks, including a less-traveled summit .

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10. 
    Southern CA

    You're So Fall of It!

    Pumpkin spice is optional. Golden landscapes, glowing sunsets, and peek-a-boo autumn hues? That's fall in SoCal. From a coastal classic to a leafy little oasis and one of LA's best sunset perches, here are three ways to fall for the season.

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    Northern CA

    Headspace in the Headlands

    Need a little headspace? Head for the Headlands to savor the last of summer with these beach, hike, and high-point adventures.

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12. 
    Southern CA

    Love Your Coast

    California Surfing Day is September 20, but you don’t need to catch a wave to appreciate the SoCal coast. Surfers have a long history of showing up for and supporting the places they love, including some pretty spectacular spots worth getting to know.

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    Southern CA & Northern CA

    Six Appeal

    Warning: These six adventures may make you fall hard for Reno Tahoe! We're in full swing with our 2026 Adventure Challenge, where you can earn our 20th Anniversary commemorative T-shirt just by getting outdoors. Bonus: Complete one of your adventures in Reno Tahoe and you'll be entered to win a 2-night Reno Tahoe getaway. Here are six reasons to make Reno Tahoe part of your Adventure Challenge.

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    Northern CA

    Long Live the Long Weekend

    As the long weekend arrives, here’s your reminder: Any adventure you find on our website counts toward completing our annual Adventure Challenge and earning this year’s exclusive commemorative T-shirt. All you have to do is three! Details on our site. Here are a few current favorites to consider.

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    Sponsored

    2026-10-14

    Chasing Dark Skies: Southern Oregon

    Hot springs, hiking, lodging, antelope, and one of the world’s best places for looking up at night.

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    Southern CA

    The Tea on Earning Our Adventure Tee!

    One, two, three, get our 20th anniversary tee! The long weekend is a good time to complete our Adventure Challenge: all you have to do is any three things you find on our site, which has all the details. That's it, that's the tea.

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    Northern CA

    Go See the Big Things!

    It’s National Park Week. Don’t just go big, go big trees! From the biggest trees to the tallest trees, these three national parks have some must-see giant sequoias and coast redwoods. 

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    Southern CA

    Franklin, We Give a Damn

    Smack in the middle of Los Angeles, Franklin Canyon Park hides in plain sight. Exploring it can feel like embarking on a secret mission, with its tucked-away entrances and navigational quirks. So consider this your Franklin Confidential: three ways to explore this wild LA escape of wooded trails and a lake. Because Franklin, we give a damn!

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    Northern CA

    Challenge Accepted

    The 2026 Adventure Challenge is in full swing! Looking for ideas to earn your commemorative T-shirt? Here are some of our favorite adventures featured this summer—but you can choose anything from our site. After 20 years of Weekend Sherpa, you’ve got plenty of options!

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    Southern CA

    High Camps

    Take your summer higher. Head to these three mountain campgrounds for pine-scented days, starry nights, and celestial sleeps. Even better, you might just snag a first-come, first-served site.

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    Northern CA & Southern CA

    Once Upon a Trail

    In California, the great outdoors can be downright enchanting after dark. Wander among towering redwoods magically illuminated in rainbow hues, follow a landscape aglow with thousands of technicolor lights, hike beneath the moon with music floating through the trees, or paddle across an estuary as bioluminescent plankton make the water sparkle. These adventures are the stuff of fairy trails.

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    Northern CA

    Walk This Way

    Sure, you could Waymo. But it's way more fun to walk San Francisco. Explore the city's newest urban adventure, the Golden Gate Dozen, wander Philosopher's Way, and follow the Barbary Coast Trail through the city's colorful history.

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