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  1. Oh, Santa!

    Oh, Santa ... Rosa! Want to support the North Bay after October’s devastating wildfires? Get up there and visit! Whether it’s going on a hike, visiting a winery, or picking up your Christmas tree, we have a few ways to celebrate the season in Santa Rosa!

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  2. 6 Thanksgiving Walks in the Bay Area

    Put down the pumpkin pie… okay, just one more slice. Now, grab a fleece and take a walk! Whether it’s with the whole family or getting some headspace of your own, we’ve got six walks in the Bay Area to ease into the weekend.

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  3. New To You

    A new peak to bag, a crab feast after a coastal hike, and a better way to spend Black Friday, by seeing redwoods ... here are three ways to liven up your adventure list for the next few weeks. Certified fresh!

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    Redding Lights and Silent Nights

    Give your holiday events calendar a major glow up this winter in California’s sunniest city. Redding is a revelation: Surrounded by iconic scenery like Mount Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

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  5. Easy in Mendocino

    Shorter days, crisper air, and the ocean’s moodier side … from headland hiking and whale watching to hidden beaches and a stunning lighthouse, here are three ways to explore, relax, and max out on gorgeous coastal scenery in a few of Mendocino’s state parks.

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  6. No Stress November

    It happens. Holidays kick in and stress would like to RSVP to the party. Clear your head and stretch your legs on these easy adventures.

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  7. Holiday Hikes

    Deck the halls? How about deck the trails! Whether you're hankering to bag a peak or just want to watch for whales on a Pacific hugging stroll, here are some holly-jolly adventures for you. Ho ho hike!

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  8. Redwood Reunion

    Seeing the devastation of the North Bay fires, we're reminded that it's all too easy to take for granted some of the amazing natural beauty we have in the Bay Area. These three South Bay hikes through redwoods are worth appreciating right now.

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  9. Finding Fall

    Northern California is a truly special place. And no wildfire can take that away. Find fall in all its colorful glory and crispness on these hikes, bike rides, and paddles.

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  10. Haunting Hikes

    It’s the Halloween season. From mystery walls to haunted woods and hidden tombstones, we’ve scared up some Bay Area hikes to put you in the spirit. Who ghosts there?!

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  11. Fall For These Views

    Feel like you need a fresh perspective? Hiking's always good for that, especially when you're treated to sweeping vistas. Fall for some good views that include our iconic bridges, too, on these three East Bay ramblers.

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  12. Ahh-tumn Redwoods

    There's only one place where you can see the world's tallest trees ... and we're lucky enough to live just a few hours from it! This fall, motor up to the epic redwoods, wildlife, and spectacular rugged coastline of Humboldt County … we guarantee you an awe-struck weekend. Here's a plan!

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  13. Autumn Blend

    Happy first day of fall! The days may be getting a little shorter but that won’t slow down your weekend of adventures in the Bay Area. From the north to the south, here are three ways to greet the season on a a hike, a bike ride, or a sunset wander.

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  14. Walking SF

    While other people are Uber-ing to brunch in the city this weekend, lace up your shoes and go for an urban hike! We’ve scouted a few walks going through San Francisco's iconic parks and neighborhoods, with a little art along the way.

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    Redding Lights and Silent Nights

    Give your holiday events calendar a major glow up this winter in California’s sunniest city. Redding is a revelation: Surrounded by iconic scenery like Mount Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

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  16. Beach You to It

    Things getting a tad warm out there? Better head for the coast! Choose from a classic headlands hike, a cabin on the wild Mendocino coast, or cruising Half Moon Bay by kayak … here are three ways to have some cool NorCal adventures this Indian Summer!

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  17. Summer's Home Stretch

    Labor Day weekend signals the last days of summer: Get out there and make the most of it! Here are some adventures for giving summer one last squeeze.

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  18. Bay Area's Best Indian Summer Beaches

    Don't give up on summer just yet. Hit any of these sandy sanctuaries to make the season last!

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  19. Sierra Splash!

    Squeeze out the last drops of summer! Hike to a hidden lake with campsites, find a hidden swim hole, or visit a really tall waterfall: Eldorado National Forest has some refreshing adventures for a cool season finale!

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  20. Fall Hikes in Northern California

    Who says there are no fall colors in California? Here are few hikes for hue to do!

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  21. Secrets of the Sonoma Coast

    Wild, rugged, ripe with Pacific scenery, and relaxing—going coastal doesn’t get more classic than a visit to the north Sonoma Coast. From quiet beaches to less-traveled trails, and a hidden canvas tent “glamp” stay, here’s how to adventure on this stretch of coast.

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  22. Tahoe's Secluded Waters

    Keep Tahoe Blue. Keep Spooner Special. Keep Shealor Stunning. We'd like to add a couple of declarative bumper stickers to the mix. The Lake Tahoe area has some secrets to its namesake jewel, and other watery gems worth exploring.

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  1. Three Cheers

    Good things come in threes when you visit Sonoma. Head out on a short hike right from town, sip and stroll the historic plaza, then take in the magical holiday lights.

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  2. Island Tree Topper

    The light display atop Angel Island State Park’s Mount Livermore has long been a cheerful twinkle visible from many cities throughout the Bay Area on holiday season nights. Get into the festive spirit by hiking the 2-mile (one-way) trail from Ayala Cove up to the "Angel Lights."

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  3. Go, Tell It on the Mountain

    {NOTE: Due to atmospheric rivers that can come this time of year, always be sure to check ahead for trail closures and hazards. And of course, wait for better weather and drier con

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  4. Serene Las Gallinas

    A serene stroll alongside marshland, passing ponds and grasses frilled in seasonal wildflowers, with Mount Tam a beacon in the background … how nice. As part of the esteemed Bay Trail, San Rafael’s Las Gallinas Valley Birding Loop and Wildlife Ponds comprises about 3.5 miles of wide-open trail.

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  1. Woman swimming in Carson Hotsprings natural thermal pool

    Hot Springs, Naturally

    Thermal spring waters are famous for their curative, relaxing elements, and Reno Tahoe is filled with them! Sink into these amazing thermal respites for a wellness super soak.

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  2. Dune It Right

    Want a beach that will really get you away from it all? Monterey's Fort Ord Dunes State Park is just the ticket. And it often glows golden toward sunset.

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  3. Sponsored

    Redding Lights and Silent Nights

    Give your holiday events calendar a major glow up this winter in California’s sunniest city. Redding is a revelation: Surrounded by iconic scenery like Mount Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

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  4. Hikers sitting on a large rock slab next to Three Sisters Falls in Cleveland National Forest Southern California near Julian

    Three Sisters

    Good things come in threes at this hike to a lovely trio-tiered waterfall in Cleveland National Forest. The 4.25-mile out-and-back hike rambles among rolling hills, with rocky mountain views as switchbacks take you down to a lush canyon and the falls.

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