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   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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   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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3. 
   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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   No Limits Family Trip: Reno Tahoe

   What if your next family getaway didn’t come with a set agenda—just the freedom to go where the day takes you? Find yourselves in Reno Tahoe, a land of no limits and plenty of outdoor bounty.

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5. 
   Northern CA

   Huge Views for the Holidays

   These three hikes and bike rides are bound to deliver that old holiday magic. Deck the trails!

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6. 
   Southern CA

   Tree Great Adventures

   Ready for a little tree time? Find some peace on hikes where trees deck the trails and piney air flows, or gather your friends and family for a merry game of footgolf amid oaks and sycamores. Trees company! --

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   Northern CA

   Tree Time

   What’s your preference: tranquility, festivity, or a little bit of both? Trees company! These outdoor adventures include redwoods, Torrey pines, Douglas firs, oaks, and beautiful spots for picnicking.

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8. 
   Southern CA

   Quiet Hikes of Sherman Oaks

   Sherman Oaks is known as a quiet suburb, and locals here know that it’s also home to some of the best quiet hikes in Los Angeles that are 2 miles or less— including a few secret canyons, an epic view, and a tranquil memorial walk by the river.

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9. 
   Southern CA

   Giving Hikes

   If you're thankful for the great outdoors, these hikes are excellent for their offerings in art, education, rejuvenation, fresh perspectives, and a chance to give back!

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10. 
    Northern CA

    Shake Your Trail Feathers

    Friends, family, family who are friends, what do you do when the holiday meal has been digested? Shake your trail feathers on these viewtiful hikes, bike rides to beer, and an urban stroll filled with iconic treasures.

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11. 
    Redding

    A River Runs Through It

    Surrounded by Shasta and Lassen and mountainous Whiskeytown, sunny year-round, and glistening with the Sacramento River running right through it, Redding is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Waterfall hikes, craft beer and artisan wines, beautiful biking—get Redding for a wonder-fall escape!

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12. 
    Northern CA

    Fall Hikes for the Season

    Fall colors, beautiful light, crisp air: these three hikes are autumn-magical and good ways to spend time outdoors for a little alone time, or to share with family and friends over the holiday.

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13. 
    Southern CA

    Hikes with Pumpkin Spice

    Pumpkin cream donuts, pumpkin "pi" beer, pumpkin pancakes ... go on a hike, then hit some nearby spots that are adding seasonal treats to their menu. Mix it up!

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14. 
    Northern CA

    Chasing Sunlight

    Daylight saving time ends this weekend, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy some beautiful light! Late afternoon hikes bring glorious sunlight this time of year—including for the magic hour. Here are three hikes for enjoying fall sunshine and sublime sunsets.

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15. 
    Sponsored

    2026-04-15

    No Limits Family Trip: Reno Tahoe

    What if your next family getaway didn’t come with a set agenda—just the freedom to go where the day takes you? Find yourselves in Reno Tahoe, a land of no limits and plenty of outdoor bounty.

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16. 
    Southern CA

    Short and Sweet Hikes

    Wineries less-crowded, beautiful grassland preserves, and the chance to spy a golden eagle (or two) on your hikes … there’s something about Ramona in San Diego County that beckons as a beautiful respite for everyone to enjoy. Keep Ramona on the shortlist the next time you need a peaceful break.

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17. 
    Southern CA

    Ahh-tumn Outdoors

    That fall feeling is definitely in the air, and on display! Get outside and enjoy leaves turning colors and seasonal favorites like pumpkin patches and family friendly farms. Simply ahh-tumn!

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18. 
    Northern CA

    Fall-Filling Outdoor Adventures

    Hello, Ahh-tumn: Churning colors, apples in season, and harvest time in wine country… it’s all best experienced on these bike rides featuring fall foliage, food and winery stops, and fresh fruit charms …. How do you like them apples?!

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19. 
    Northern CA

    Wetland and Wild

    Hard work and commitment pays off when it comes to local initiatives to rehabilitate nature, including wetland envrionments once neglected. Celebrate restoration initiatives on these three hike, bike, and paddle adventures, among rejuvinated wetlands in the Bay Area.

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20. 
    Southern CA

    Pasadena Haunts and Hauntings!

    Filled with abundant nature, interesting history, craft beers, and—as it turns out—a fair number of hauntings, Pasadena has all the makings for a fall-filling day. These three urban walks offer everything from haunted histories to architectural wonders, and refreshing craft beers.

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21. 
    Southern CA

    Who Ghost's On These Hikes?

    Who ghosts there? Find out on any of these hikes known as haunts for roaming spirits, according to local lore ...

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22. 
    Northern CA

    Waterfront Wonders

    Autumn is a great time to hit the Northern California coast. Whether you're looking to camp, hike, or bike, these three spots are autumn-magic!

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