Must-see attractions in California

  • Thousand Steps Beach

    Santa Barbara

    Descend the cliffs on a historic staircase (don’t worry, there aren’t actually a thousand steps) for some windy beachcombing and tide-pooling (only at low…

  • Historical Museum

    Mt Shasta Region

    The tiny historical museum sits opposite the McCloud Chamber of Commerce and could use a bit of organization – it has the feel of a cluttered, messy…

  • Sacramento History Museum

    Sacramento

    Exhibits, stories and artifacts of some of Sacramento's most fascinating citizens, though much of the information is focused on the Gold Rush. Get tickets…

  • Clinton Square

    Oakland

    This small park doesn't have much draw on its own, but it forms the geographic heart of Oakland's Little Saigon neighborhood, and is an interesting spot…

  • Starlight Bowl

    San Diego

    Save Starlight (www.savestarlight.org) is an initiative working to restore, revive and revitalize Starlight Bowl. The movement hopes to put on concerts,…

  • Casa de Carillo

    San Diego

    Just north of Old Town, this house dates from about 1820 and is said to be the oldest house in San Diego. It is now the pro shop for the public 18-hole…

  • Devil’s Cornfield

    Death Valley National Park

    Just east of Stovepipe Wells Village, Hwy 190 passes through this plain that is not studded with corn but with clumps of arrow weed, an evergreen used by…

  • Kahn Building

    San Diego

    Historic building with kitsch ornate plaster work of fruits at its top. It was recently transformed into 'The Hive,' housing a collection of different…

  • Leimert Park Plaza

    Los Angeles

    This park sits at the southern end of Leimert Park, though its appeal is diminished by the constant swirl of traffic on busy Crenshaw Blvd to the west.

  • Oasis Date Gardens

    Greater Palm Springs

    En route to the Salton Sea, this certified-organic date garden is handy for picking up gift boxes and yummy date shakes.

  • Nimbus Fish Hatchery

    Sacramento

    This active facility plays an important role in restoring the population of Chinook salmon and steelhead in area rivers.

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