Camping Gems - California

Wineries on Highway 1
Picture yourself sipping newly-releases vintages under a warm sun while you gaze out at the California surf.  This is what you'll find in the tasting-rooms and wineries along Highway 1.  Vineyard tours are usually inexpensive and informal.  Put a new twist on your adventure by planning a bike route that will carry you past a winery or two.

Lakes Basin Loop  
Calling all hikers! You'll find plenty of majestic peaks and glistening lakes on this dayhike.  The Lakes Basin area straddles the Tahoe and Paluma National Forests.

San Gorgonio Mountain   
Explore the deserts of Southern California on foot when you head into this stunning mountain range.  You'll see gorgeous high-mountain landscapes, rugged ridges, and pristine forests on the trail.

Big Bear, California
Head to the lake! Visit during the summer and fish for bass, trout, crappie, catfish, bluegills, or enjoy water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, swimming, and boating.  Hikers will enjoy wandering the seven walking and biking trails to be found around Big Bear. In the winter, ski Snow Summit and Big Bear Mountain with their 75 trails, 20 lifts, four high-speed chairs, and over 200 freestyle terrain features.

Pacifica Fog Fest
A late September celebration of sun, sand, and the surf that defines life on the coast. Enjoy the two-day craft fair, parade, marching-band competition, and phenomenal sand sculpture contest.

Gilroy Garlic Festival
Get your fill of garlic and garlic-inspired treats!  This festival is all about great food, naturally grown and exquisitely prepared.  It takes place in late July every year.

Spooky California Haunts
River Oaks Park (Santa Clara)
Winchester House (San Jose)
Mary’s House (San Jose)
Alcatraz (San Francisco)
Whaley House (San Diego)
Tsunami Beach Club (San Diego)