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Outdoor Adventure
Redwoods Survive Wildfire at California’s Oldest State Park
Most of the ancient trees—some of them 2,000 years old—withstood the blaze.
August 27, 2020 03:08 PM
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Martha Mendoza
Outdoor Adventure
The Crowd-Free California Redwoods Trip That Everyone Should Take Once
After a recent trip to the redwoods, Afar cofounder Greg Sullivan shares why this slice of Northern California is unlike anywhere else he’s traveled.
September 15, 2025 10:16 AM
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Greg Sullivan
National Parks
Sequoias Versus Redwoods: What’s the Difference and How to Compare the California National Parks
Should you visit the tallest or the biggest trees in the world?
October 28, 2025 03:35 PM
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Suzie Dundas
National Parks
The Grove of Titans in Northern California’s Redwood Park Is Now Open to the Public
After becoming a popular off-the-beaten-path destination, the soaring redwood grove now has a marked trail and can be visited responsibly.
May 25, 2022 07:27 PM
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Michelle Baran
Health + Wellness
Spas, Forest Bathing, and Wellness in Northern California
Unwind with self-care in the heart of Sonoma County’s Wine Country.
Sponsored by
Sonoma County Tourism
Outdoor Adventure
Reserve a Spot at These Stunning U.S. State Park Campgrounds Before It’s Too Late
These state park campsites rival the beauty of U.S. national parks.
April 15, 2024 07:12 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Trains
You Can See California’s Beautiful Nature by Train. These Are the Most Scenic Routes to Take.
Hop aboard a family-friendly train ride through redwood forests or an adults-only trip in Napa wine country.
May 14, 2026 05:06 AM
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Alesandra Dubin
Outdoor Adventure
9 State Parks to Visit in Winter, Where You Can Snowshoe in a Ghost Town or Hike Above the Trees
Find peaceful escape in these underrated state parks, some of which are bigger than many national parks.
November 12, 2025 02:36 PM
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Matt Kirouac
Outdoor Adventure
Discover California’s Venerable Giant Trees—Without the Crowds
When crowds are small, these titans of Mother Nature loom larger.
May 26, 2022 04:15 PM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Outdoor Adventure
A Guide to Outdoor Adventure in Sonoma County
Outdoor lovers will find plenty to explore in Sonoma County beyond the vineyards.
Sponsored by
Sonoma County Toursim
Outdoor Adventure
Walk Among the Treetops on the New Redwood Sky Walk
The longest skywalk in the western U.S. offers a bird’s-eye view of California’s redwood forest.
July 29, 2021 07:07 PM
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Kwin Mosby
Weekend Getaways
Big Sur, We Missed You. How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in California’s Coastal Paradise
A vital stretch of California’s scenic Highway 1 has reopened ahead of schedule. The newly restored route makes the ocean bluffs of Big Sur accessible to all once more. Here’s what to do when you get there.
January 16, 2026 04:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Trending News
Who Says San Francisco Is Done? An Iconic Skyrise Is Revitalizing This Overlooked Corner of Downtown
An unassuming neighborhood has been reborn, complete with a new boutique hotel, cafés and restaurants, art, and—the pièce de résistance—a reincarnation of the most recognizable building in the city.
August 12, 2025 07:02 PM
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Chris Dong
Outdoor Adventure
Where to Find Luxury in California’s National Parks
From spa escapes to fine dining under the stars, these parks show how nature and luxury converge.
Sponsored by
Visit California
Outdoor Adventure
19 U.S. National Parks You Can Visit for Free—Any Time of the Year
Of the 63 national parks in the United States, about a third are free to visit every day of the year.
October 3, 2024 04:16 PM
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Bailey Berg
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