Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada of the United States. At a surface elevation of 6,225 ft, it straddles the border between California and Nevada, west of Carson City. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America.

Four-square-mile park offering a short hike to a waterfall, a redwood grove & coastal views.

Public beach located within Big Sur that boasts coastal views & interesting rock formations. 

Big Sur is a rugged stretch of California’s central coast between Carmel and San Simeon. Bordered to the east by the Santa Lucia Mountains and the west by the Pacific Ocean, it’s traversed by narrow, 2-lane State Route 1, known for winding turns, seaside cliffs and views of the often-misty coastline. The sparsely populated region has numerous state parks for hiking, camping and beachcombing.

Glacier Point is a viewpoint above Yosemite Valley, in California, USA. It is located on the south wall of Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 7,214 feet, 3,200 feet above Curry Village.

Known for its surfing, this 121-acre beach with athletic courts also offers swimming & fishing.

Lake Elsinore is a city in western Riverside County, California, United States. Established as a city in 1888, it is on the shore of Lake Elsinore, a natural freshwater lake about 3,000 acres in size.

Renowned desert park draws campers and hikers with its geologic wonders and signature Joshua trees. 

Sacramento, capital of the U.S. state of California, lies at the confluence of the Sacramento River and American River. The district of Old Sacramento harkens back to the city’s Gold Rush era, with wooden sidewalks and wagon rides. One of several museums in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum depicts the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, one of the country’s earliest technological feats.

Iconic national park offers an array of options such as hiking among redwoods & river rafting. 

Mile-long beach perched below a steep bluff with picturesque views & strong winds, plus campsites.

Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails.