Finding some great fun skiing and snow resorts is quite easy. That's true if you tally the needs of the winter sports aficionados in your party. Snowboarders have different needs than beginning skiers, and those with a need for adaptive technology consider the availability of rental equipment and classes specifically for them to be a big plus. Best of all, t… read more
When winter subsides, your hiking boots start to look mighty welcoming. Take to the trails in Northern California as early as March, and your eyes will meet the beauty of nature's color palette. Some areas explode with color on the hillsides from March to May. read more
San Francisco is a city blessed with some of the most beautiful views around. But in December the weather can be a bit chilly. The average temperature high is 57 degrees, and the average low is 47 degrees. This is still not an unbearable temperature depending on what you're used, but if you like it warm it can be a bit uncomfortable. But don't rule out a tri… read more
With just 319 people and 155 households residing in Dillion Beach, California, an area with a total land mass of 2.97 square miles, this coastal town is a favorite among campers. It is home to Lawson's Landing and other popular campgrounds. Located in Marin County, just north of San Francisco, visitors to Dillion Beach will enjoy a number of recreational act… read more
Big Bear Lake, nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles, lies within the San Bernardino National Forest. The area boasts two of Southern California's largest ski resorts and has a reputation as a premier four-season resort community. With 22 miles of shoreline, the seven-mile-long Big Bear Lake offers visitors boating,… read more
Bicycling allows you the opportunity to increase your heart rate, build strong leg muscles and enjoy the outdoors. While there are many different makes and models of bicycles, specific bikes have been designed with women's body type i… read more
Darien Lake Theme Park Resort is located in Darien Center, New York, and features a water park as well as thrill rides, family rides and kids' rides. Featuring miles of multiuse trails, Darien Lake State Park is nearby. Darien Lake The… read more
There's more to a romantic couples vacation than just candle-lit dinners. Our picks for the top 10 couples vacations in the United States offer some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable located near charming towns where you'll find… read more
Pennsylvania is a great state to visit if you are an off-road lover. Penns Woods features dozens of trails for ATVs, motorcycles and four-wheel-drive vehicles. Whether you are a serious "Jeeper" or a four-wheeler fanatic, you will find… read more
Sonora, California, is in the heart of Gold Country, near the Sierra Mountains. Hikers and trail runners will enjoy the Dragoon Gulch Trail, a two-mile loop-trail that has varying terrain and views of the surrounding mountains. Visitor… read more
For those who like to gaze out upon vast expanses of water from the top of a precipice, then climbing a seaside mountain might be just the answer. Afterward, you can go for a refreshing swim—or if the water is really cold—j… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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