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Santa Monica Mountain Wineries Wine Tasting
The Santa Monica Mountains have quite a few vineyards. Most are on a small scale and are hobbies to their owners. The mountains have dry summers and mild to cool winters. It's not exactly the perfect place to grow wine.
Los Angeles Zoo Day Trip Griffith Park
The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a beautiful day destination. It has over 1,100 animals from 250 different species and a botanical collection with several gardens and more than 800 plant species, totaling 7,400
Catalina Island Day Trip: Things To Do For a Day
Make the most of your time and escape to Catalina Island for a day trip. This hidden gem is just 26 miles off the Southern California coast, southwest of Los Angeles. Catalina Island spans 76 square miles of stunning
Palm Springs Day Trip 25 Fun Things To Do
When checking off the list of reasons, you should plan a visit to Palm Springs, including the sunshine, outstanding resorts, shopping, outdoor adventures, museums, and spectacular scenery. This beautiful oasis in the Mojave
Hollywood Day Trip What to Do Along Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood is a star-studded destination, even for those not enamored with celebrities. However, for those who are, Hollywood's status as an iconic place to mingle with the famous is not an exaggeration, as visitors often come
Malibu Beach Day Trip Things To Do Nearby Attractions
If you want to spend a day soaking up the essence of California, then it's time for a Malibu beach day trip. The 21-mile strip of oceanfront properties is an affluent beachfront city in western Los Angeles County that offers
Things to do on a Day Trip to Santa Barbara California
Santa Barbara is located approximately 90 miles north of Los Angeles, making it easily accessible for a day trip. However, we recommend starting early as numerous activities are available in this stunning coastal city. To
Griffith Observatory Los Angeles Day Trip
Located on the summit of Mount Hollywood, the Griffith Observatory has been an iconic Californian destination since its construction in 1935. Visitors can explore various captivating attractions at the observatory grounds,
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Trestles Beach Trail San Onofre State…
Trestles Beach attracts surfers from all over the world to experience the perfect wave. Trestles is named after the railroad bridge over San Mateo Creek near the entrance to the beach. The 3½-mile-long beach features five
Mission San Juan Capistrano Day Trip…
Mission San Juan Capistrano is the most renowned of all the California missions, famously known as the "Jewel of the Missions." The Mission is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over California and
Laguna Beach Day Trip Where To Go What…
Laguna Beach is a perfect day trip destination, part sleepy beach town and part thriving art colony. This Orange County beach town has everything for those who want a relaxing getaway and some fun in the California sun. "When
Tanaka Farms U-Pick Tours Irvine Day…
Tanaka Farms is a brief drive from the San Diego Freeway along University Drive in Irvine. You can access the farm by taking the road that leads to the Strawberry Hills golf course. Once you arrive, the farm fields will be on
Seal Beach Day Trip Things To Do…
Home to the second-longest wooden pier in the United States, Seal Beach is the perfect blend of a rustic old surf town and a new upscale cultural community. Of course, the main attraction that lures visitors to this quaint
Old Towne Orange Day Trip Points Of…
Old Towne Orange Day Trip things to do and see along with some great places to eat. Located in Orange County, California, the City of Orange and it's circa 1920s Old Town District is the perfect destination for a lazy weekend
San Clemente Day Trip Fun Things To See…
San Clemente is located in Southern Orange County and is the last town before entering the wide-open space of Camp Pendleton. What was once a sleepy beach town populated by surfers and marines from Pendleton is now a popular
Ortega Highway 74 Road Trip Points Of…
California Route 74, otherwise known as Ortega Highway, stretches just over 21 miles from beautiful San Juan Capistrano to growing Lake Elsinore Valley in the east. With its origins being nothing more than an Indian
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Day Trip: Mission Beach San Diego Fun…
Mission Beach is a charming small community situated on the coast of San Diego that resembles the East Coast beach towns. This is the perfect spot if you are fond of beaches like Atlantic City and Coney Island. Once a summer
Day Trip To Borrego Springs: Town in the…
Borrego Springs is a unique desert town in the center of Anza-Borrego State Park. It is an excellent choice for a quick weekend retreat or a cost-efficient family day trip. Regardless of the time of year, this desert haven
Julian Day Trip What To Do and See…
Julian Day Trip Fun Things To Do Julian, a historic gold mining town, is 60 miles east of downtown San Diego in the mountains. Once a booming hub during California's gold rush, this rustic but charismatic hidden gem retains
Legoland California Discount Tickets…
LEGOLAND California resort offers a theme park, aquarium, two water parks, and two hotels for kids aged 2-12 and their families. The most popular destination at LEGOLAND is the theme park, with over 60 rides and attractions
San Diego Zoo Discount Tickets Save…
The San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California, with many attractions that can not be fully experienced in just one day. The San Diego Zoo is home to nearly 4,000 animals and over 700,000 plants in its botanical
Cabrillo National Monument San Diego Day…
If you or any of your travel companions are interested in architecture, a trip to Point Loma Lighthouse will captivate you. However, upon arrival, you will realize that Cabrillo National Monument has much more to offer than
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Day Trip…
Birch Aquarium, part of Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, offers a fun family day out. Schoolchildren and families at Birch Aquarium can observe over 5,000 animals representing 380 species. The aquarium
Old Town San Diego Day Trip What To See…
Visiting Old Town San Diego is like taking a step back in history. Often called the birthplace of California, Old Town is the location of the first Spanish settlement in the region and makes a great day trip destination. Old
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Los Olivos Day Trip Santa Barbara Wine…
Los Olivos is an excellent place to start your trip to the Santa Barbara Wine Country. This charming historic town is known for its art galleries, boutiques, wine stores, and landmark stagecoach stop housing, which date back
El Capitan State Beach Camping plus…
El Capitan State Beach is approximately 30 minutes north of Santa Barbara and is a perfect destination for day-use and overnight camping. The beach is an excellent choice for families seeking a beach camping experience away
Gaviota State Park Beach Camping, Day…
The Gaviota Coast, located in Northern Santa Barbara County, is the largest remaining undeveloped coastline in Southern California and is considered one of the most pristine coastal areas in the state. Gaviota State Park is
Jalama Beach Camping: Ocean View…
Jalama Beach County Park is one of the best places to camp at the beach in California. It offers 107 ocean-view campsites and seven comfortable beachfront cabins. During the off-season, you can almost have this wonderful
Day Trip to Solvang, California…
Solvang, California, is a significant tourist destination and jumping-off point for visitors exploring the Santa Barbara wine country. The town boasts Danish windmills, half-timbered houses, Danish bakeries, restaurants,
Planning a Day Trip to Lompoc?…
Lompoc is a California Central Coast city famous for its lush green hills, flower fields, murals, historic landmarks, vineyards, and agricultural areas. Lompoc is an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing getaway with
California Central Coast Beach Camping…
The California Central Coast runs between Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz. With almost 300 miles of coastline, this area offers numerous camping opportunities on or near the beach. Camping along California's central coast can be
Morro Bay Day Trip California Central…
Morro Bay, located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, is an excellent destination to explore California's central coast. There are many dining and shopping options available, as well as affordable hotels.
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Randsburg California Ghost Town Day Trip…
Randsburg is located just off Highway 395 in eastern Kern County, known as the Rand Area. At an elevation of 3,500 feet, the Living Ghost Town of Randsburg transports travelers back to California's early gold mining days.
Remarkable Natural Bridge Death Valley…
Several arches in the Death Valley National Park vary in size. The most renowned arch is the Natural Bridge, which is easily accessible. Natural Bridge is just one of the many remarkable attractions in Death Valley. It is
Old Mojave Road 4-Wheel Drive Adventure…
The Old Mojave Road takes off-road adventurers from the Colorado River through the Mojave National Preserve to Afton Canyon near Barstow, California. This historic route has been used by native Indians, Spanish explorers, and
Day Trip To Borrego Springs: Town in the…
Borrego Springs is a unique desert town in the center of Anza-Borrego State Park. It is an excellent choice for a quick weekend retreat or a cost-efficient family day trip. Regardless of the time of year, this desert haven
Day Trip to Burro Schmidt Tunnel Mojave…
Burro Schmidt was a determined fellow and spent 32 years of his life burrowing through the rock to create a shortcut to bring gold ore to the smelters near Mojave. Burro never found any gold ore, but he did finish his
Integratron: A Far Out Day Trip To…
Integratron is a hidden gem in the Yucca Valley desert of California. Although unremarkable from the outside, it offers an otherworldly experience that leaves visitors feeling spaced out. Integratron, the only all-wood,
Day Trip Salvation Mountain A Beautiful…
There's Mt. Sinai, and then there's Salvation Mountain. On the barren badlands east of San Diego, a 30-foot high, 100-foot vast concrete and adobe mountain is covered in religious slogans and over 150,000 gallons of lavish
Explore Trona Pinnacles: Ancient Rock…
Trona Pinnacles is situated roughly 20 miles to the east of Ridgecrest in northeastern Kern County. The terrain in this area resembles something you might see in a science fiction movie. The tufa pinnacles found here have
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10 Best Day Trips From Los Angeles,…
Los Angeles has a multitude of exciting activities to offer visitors. You can tour movie studios, explore museums, indulge in thrilling theme parks, stay active on hiking trails, or relax on beautiful beaches. Moreover, there
10 Stunning Southern California Beach…
With over 300 miles of coastline, selecting the perfect beach destination in Southern California can be overwhelming. However, not all SoCal beaches are created equal, and with nearly ideal beach weather year-round, any day
Top Ten Southern California Day Trips…
With so many destinations on Daytrippen.com, we decided to list our top ten Southern California day trips. All these trips can be made in one day from just about anywhere in SoCal. This list is not in any particular order
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Emerald Bay State Park Lake Tahoe One of the most visited areas of Lake Tahoe, and deservedly so. Emerald Bay has the only island on Lake Tahoe, Fannette Island, which rises above the surface of Lake Tahoe by 150 feet.
10 Best Family Day Trips From Los…
Here are ten fun ideas for family-friendly outings in and around Los Angeles. Both parents and children will love these day trips—travel time to these destinations, two hours or less from downtown Los Angeles. 1. Los
Top 10 California Train Trips…
Napa Valley Wine Train Napa Valley Wine Train has been in operation since 1989. The wine train can carry nearly 400 passengers through Napa Valley and usually makes two daily trips. A 1950s-era diesel engine pulls the Napa