After a hot summer, November in Southern California comes as a welcome respite to many. The more comfortable temperatures allow hikers to take to the hills and mountains and, for many runners, marathon training is underway. You may want to consider some of these fun events with friends or family for late autumn in Southern California. read more
Laguna Beach, Calif., offers visitors sandy beaches, warm Pacific waters and some of the best surfing in America. Whether you are looking for a kayak adventure or some lessons in surfing, Laguna Beach has what you are looking for. There are several five-star hotels near this resort city, each of which offers impressive amenities, a full-service spa and dire… read more
Laguna Niguel, Calif., offers a multitude of outdoor activities such as boating, body boarding, surfing, golfing, hiking, biking, jogging and more. Within Laguna Niguel is the Aliso and Wood Canyons Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Lake, Laguna Niguel Regional Park and Laguna Botanical Preserve, not to mention the miles of Pacific Coast beaches. Laguna Niguel is… read more
California offers a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities for the RV camper. With most coastal areas surrounded by the ocean on one side and mountains on the other, visitors will not be at a loss for finding opportunities to swim, surf, hike, fish or enjoy the spectacular scenery. Campers will have a multitude of choices when it comes to choosing the… read more
For a truly unique camping experience, travelers can set up camp and spend a night on one of California's splendid state beaches, falling asleep to the music of the surf. Adventure-seekers can reserve a space in one of the RV parks on California beaches and start living. read more
Outdoor lovers will find Southern California to be an entertaining place to visit. Offering miles of scenic coastline that include popular beaches such as Malibu, Newport, Laguna Beach and Dana Point, the southern portion of the state… read more
Southern California borders the Pacific Ocean, Mexico and the Tehachapi Mountains. It is home to the Colorado River, Ballona Wetlands, the high as well as the low deserts and the Channel Islands. Since Los Angeles and San Diego with th… read more
Just a short ferry ride away from Marina Del Rey, San Pedro and Dana Point, Catalina Island is the perfect locale for adventure lovers. Avid scuba divers and snorkelers can view several shipwrecks around the island and even get in a li… read more
An island located off the coast of Southern California, Santa Catalina Island is often referred to as Catalina Island or simply Catalina and is part of the eight Channel Islands archipelago. The year-round Mediterranean climate permits… read more
Orange County is famous for its many tourist attractions as well as the immaculate beaches stretched along more than 42 miles of coastline. The spectacular vistas along the coastline have led many to call it the "California Riviera." T… read more
South Orange County has a wide variety of outdoor activities from surfing the waves of San Clemente, to hiking the trails in Laguna Canyon or kayaking in Dana Point. The activities you encounter may leave you hungry. Luckily, South Ora… read more
From coast to coast, a number of popular romantic getaways beckon to couples who embody an outdoorsy, adventurous spirit. No matter what your tastes or budgets, or whether you like big city scenes or cozy, quaint destinations, a romant… read more
Used and older ski and snowboard equipment may not hold much use for you, but it will for others. Charities and organizations across the country accept gently worn but good-condition equipment. It's then sent to needy children and othe… 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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