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   Northern CA

   Gray's Anatomy

   We understand if you’re hiding under the covers until the wild weather subsides, but when you’re ready here are three places to go gray-whale watching, with bonuses like food, wine, beer, even a hot tub!

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2. 
   Northern CA & Southern CA

   Snow Daze

   Now that all of California is a snow-globe, give it time, and when it's safe to venture out, try some of these snowy adventures that will take us into spring.

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3. 
   Northern CA

   Pitch Perfect Hikes

   Hike. Camp. How about hike + camp? Whether you just want to go on a fabulously scenic day hike or bike ride, or would prefer to pitch a tent and add camping to your adventure, these three Bay Area spots have got options! Take your pick, and be ready to pitch!

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   Sponsored

   2025-10-29

   Redding Lights and Silent Nights

   Give your holiday events calendar a major glow up this winter in California’s sunniest city. Redding is a revelation: Surrounded by iconic scenery like Mount Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

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5. 
   Southern CA

   Winter Glow

   Get that natural glow, naturally! Head outdoors for an afternoon hike where winter sunshine is sublime. Here are three to do, including bonus guided options for a classic park.

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6. 
   Southern CA & Northern CA

   Presidential Sweet!

   In honor of Presidents Day we've rounded up eight great adventures to enjoy in national monuments, parks, and public lands created by US Presidents.

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7. 
   Northern CA

   Hill Yeah!

   Not all hill hikes are created equal. Some may seem small, yet surprise and delight with big views! Here are three to discover in the South Bay, East Bay, and Wine Country. Hill Yeah!

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8. 
   Southern CA

   Free Yourself from Freeways

   You can’t always escape Southern California’s busy freeways, but there are some ways to rise above them! These three hikes are located close to busy freeways, yet take you far beyond the fray, letting you hit the trails for a brief respite, beautiful views, even a quick workout!

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9. 
   Northern CA & Southern CA

   Coasting Along

   Cooler temps, crisp days mixed in with warming sunshine—it’s time to coast. Here’s your cabin getaway with beaches and bluff hikes to round out the fun and relaxation.

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10. 
    Northern CA

    Keep It Flowing

    With water still flowing, we’re going to keep the theme going, with more waterfall hikes in their prime right now. Here are three to see!

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11. 
    Southern CA

    National Park Adventures to Get on Your Calendar

    With their explosion in popularity, now’s the time to start planning ahead for some national park adventures! From booking a cabin stay at the bottom of the Grand Canyon to backpacking a spectacular part of Zion and visiting one of California’s most spectacular places not named Yosemite, here are three to get on the calendar.

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12. 
    Northern CA

    Wet, Wild, Waterfalls

    Well, this is a wet and wild start to 2023! Stay safe, and when the storms pass, head out on any of these three hikes where the water will be flowing big. Wishing you a waterfall new year!

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13. 
    Southern CA

    Flowbiz!

    Well, who knew Pineapple Express was more than a Seth Rogen movie? Stay safe, and when the storms pass, hike to some waterfalls that have come to life after heavy rains. That's what we call flowbiz!

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14. 
    Northern CA

    Put it On the Calendar!

    With all the uncertainty surrounding California's back to back to back (to back!) atmospheric rivers, travel and trail conditions are unpredictable. So we're thinking of bigger trips for later in the year. Here are three national park adventures to get booked for 2023! 

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15. 
    Sponsored

    2025-10-29

    Redding Lights and Silent Nights

    Give your holiday events calendar a major glow up this winter in California’s sunniest city. Redding is a revelation: Surrounded by iconic scenery like Mount Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

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16. 
    Southern CA

    Out with the Old, In with the New Year

    Stay safe, and when the storms have passed and it's okay to travel, venture out to these three places where you can get your fill of art, culture, park space, and botanicals, with nearby shelter as backup.

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17. 
    Northern CA

    Top 10 Outdoor Adventures of 2022

    For this year’s Top 10 adventures we used an old school algorithm. What did we like? Actually, these are what you liked too! Some are near, others are a bit further afield, and all are excellent ways to explore our natural environment. So as we bid adieu to 2022, here’s to you and the great outdoors.

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18. 
    Southern CA

    SoCal's Top 10 Outdoor Adventures of 2022

    It's not easy choosing the year's best outdoor adventures for our annual year-end Top 10 issue. Like a band choosing their greatest hits album, there's just so much good stuff. As we bid adieu to 2022, cheers to you, and the great outdoors.

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19. 
    Northern CA

    Freedom of Beach

    Wishing you a very happy holiday season. Deck the halls and the trails with these three winter wanders that have beautiful beach bonuses. Stay tuned next week for our annual Top 10 adventures of the year. Merry and bright!

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20. 
    Southern CA

    Blissful Beach Hikes

    Happy Holidays! Deck the halls and the trails with these refreshing walks on the beach. Stay tuned next week for our annual Top 10 adventures of the year.

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21. 
    Northern CA

    A-maze-ing Scenery

    Have an a-maze-ing time on these three outdoor adventures featuring big scenery, festive bonuses, and beautiful labyrinths.

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22. 
    Southern CA

    Hikes With Holiday Lights

    Some of Southern California's most beautiful hikes are also close to fabulous holiday lights! Enjoy some cheerful scenery and bonus bling courtesy of three spots lighting the nights for the holiday season.

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