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There are 280 state parks in California, but what are the best California State Parks? Here are 30 top California State Parks from a local in the know.

California is an incredible place. It is 163,696 square miles of diverse landscapes, culture, and beauty. There is so much to see and do in the Golden State, but what …

Calfornia is a large state, and with it comes some of the best captive wildlife experiences in the country. The best zoos in California include world-famous institutions like the San …

One of the reasons I love California is that we have such diverse landscapes, including tremendous mountain ranges filled with charming destinations waiting to be explored. The best mountain towns …

The Golden State is a diverse place, and the caves in California truly reflect that diversity. There are limestone caves, lava caves, sea caves, and even rare mud caves to …

One of my favorite things about living in Southern California is that I can grow so many incredible things in my small, backyard garden, include a variety of herbs. But, …

When most people see snakes near a hiking trail, they run from them. I am one of those people who say “Snake? Where?” and excitedly run towards them. I have …

Tomatoes are a staple of a backyard garden because they are easy to grow and taste so much better when they are home grown. But, what are the best tomatoes …

Look up! There are lots of hawks in Southern California, and spotting one is always a thrill. If you have recently seen a magnificent bird of prey soaring above you …

A Joshua Tree day trip is an escape to a landscape of towering boulders and twisty trees that look like they were dreamed up by Dr. Seuss. Joshua Tree National …