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Venture to the wild heart of California, a land of abundant natural beauty, vast national parks and towns steeped in Gold Rush history.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Surrounded by lush conifer forest, this surreal, lunar terrain boils and bubbles with mud pots and steaming geysers. 

The answer to a mystery that has puzzled scientists for decades lies in this dry lakebed, which is speckled with rocks that seem to move by themselves.

Panoramic and solitary views of the Badwater Basin and Panamint Valley, especially stunning at sunset, offer rewards at the end of a washboard-like drive.

Experience one of America’s iconic natural sights, a sweeping view of the forests, waterfalls and monolithic granite mountains of the Yosemite Valley.

Walk amid some of the finest redwood scenery on the planet and then visit a waterfall via this natural path. 

Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

Venture to the wild heart of California, a land of abundant natural beauty, vast national parks and towns steeped in Gold Rush history.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Search for wildlife in the abundant rock pools and be at one with nature at this wild and untamed stretch of perfect white sand.

Stand on the lowest elevation in North America when you visit this spectacular salt flat beside the Black Mountains in the heart of Death Valley.

Experience one of America’s iconic natural sights, a sweeping view of the forests, waterfalls and monolithic granite mountains of the Yosemite Valley.

Explore a jewel of a lake located between North Dome and Half Dome. It is the final remnant of an ancient glacial lake that once covered Yosemite.

Panoramic and solitary views of the Badwater Basin and Panamint Valley, especially stunning at sunset, offer rewards at the end of a washboard-like drive.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

Witness a superb panorama of the Yosemite Valley from this viewing point and spot soaring canyons, plunging falls and granite cliffs along the rugged valley skyline.

Hike the trails of this beautiful park and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. Dip your toes in refreshingly cool water and study fascinating geology.

Get your camera ready for the panoramic vistas from atop the Black Mountains, widely considered some of the best views in Death Valley National Park.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

This part of Death Valley National Park is made up of an otherworldly terrain of clay, sand and the surrounding mountains.

Get your camera ready for the panoramic vistas from atop the Black Mountains, widely considered some of the best views in Death Valley National Park.

Get your camera ready for the panoramic vistas from atop the Black Mountains, widely considered some of the best views in Death Valley National Park.