All in Southern CA

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   Wave Hello to Good Vibes

   Surf’s up for good deeds! In honor of California Surfing Day on September 20, we’re celebrating three SoCal spots where surfers helped make waves for preservation. From a legendary stretch of coastline to a Malibu lagoon and wildlife-rich wetlands, you don’t need a board to enjoy these good surf vibes.

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   Six Appeal

   Warning: These six adventures may make you fall hard for Reno Tahoe! We're in full swing with our 2026 Adventure Challenge, where you can earn our 20th Anniversary commemorative T-shirt just by getting outdoors. Bonus: Complete one of your adventures in Reno Tahoe and you'll be entered to win a 2-night Reno Tahoe getaway. Here are six reasons to make Reno Tahoe part of your Adventure Challenge.

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   The Tea on Earning Our Adventure Tee!

   One, two, three, get our 20th anniversary tee! The long weekend is a good time to complete our Adventure Challenge: all you have to do is any three things you find on our site, which has all the details. That's it, that's the tea.

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   Reno Mountain High

   Take your vacation to new heights with some of the season’s most original events, and plenty of outdoors to explore. Fall for it all in Reno Tahoe.

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   Franklin, We Give a Damn

   Smack in the middle of Los Angeles, Franklin Canyon Park hides in plain sight. Exploring it can feel like embarking on a secret mission, with its tucked-away entrances and navigational quirks. So consider this your Franklin Confidential: three ways to explore this wild LA escape of wooded trails and a lake. Because Franklin, we give a damn!

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   High Camps

   Take your summer higher. Head to these three mountain campgrounds for pine-scented days, starry nights, and celestial sleeps. Even better, you might just snag a first-come, first-served site.

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   Once Upon a Trail

   In California, the great outdoors can be downright enchanting after dark. Wander among towering redwoods magically illuminated in rainbow hues, follow a landscape aglow with thousands of technicolor lights, hike beneath the moon with music floating through the trees, or paddle across an estuary as bioluminescent plankton make the water sparkle. These adventures are the stuff of fairy trails.

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   Get Outdoors (and Get Our T-shirt!)

   The 2026 Adventure Challenge is underway Looking for ideas to earn your commemorative t-shirt? Here are some of our favorite adventures we've featured this summer—all perfect for checking off your Challenge list.

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   The Adventure Challenge Starts Now!

   Get outside, explore, and earn our exclusive 20th Anniversary Commemorative T-shirt. It's as easy as 1, 2, 3.

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    Greatest Hits of the Sierra

    When it comes to summer hiking, the Sierra never misses a beat. From a historic fire lookout and alpine lakes to granite domes and classic summits, these four adventures deliver Hall of Fame views.

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    Endless SoCal Summer

    Who says summer has an expiration date? From Duffy boats to bluffside walks and a coastal bike ride, keep your cool and chase the season with these SoCal favorites.

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    Stairways to the Sea

    Three stairways, three beaches, one epic coast. This summer, take the scenic route to the sea. These three stairway adventures lead to sandy beaches, sea caves, blufftop campgrounds, and secluded shoreline gems.

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    Fourth-coming Adventures

    We thought Weekend Sherpa turning 20 this year was a big milestone…then America reminded us it's celebrating 250! Happy Fourth of July! Here are a few ways to celebrate red, white, and blue in the great outdoors.

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    Kick it Outside

    Kick off your day outdoors, then settle in for the world's biggest game. From beaches and parks to small-town gathering spots, these adventures come with a bonus: nearby places to catch the FIFA World Cup.

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    Reno Mountain High

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    Yosemite Beyond the Valley

    Yep, Yosemite can get crowded! But here’s something not everyone knows: some of Yosemite’s most iconic experiences happen beyond the Valley floor. From waterfall hikes and panoramic granite climbs not named Half Dome to giant sequoia groves and a legendary sunset vista in a quieter corner of the park, here are a few ways to experience Yosemite beyond the Valley. Yo-go!

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    Lookout Above

    The views are reason enough to go. The history is what makes these hikes even more interesting. From a forested perch on Palomar Mountain to one of Southern California's highest fire lookouts, these historic towers have been helping people watch over the landscape for generations. Here are three lookouts that still reward the climb.

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    World Cup Fever? Try FootGolf

    The World Cup is coming to LA! Didn't make the squad? We've got a backup plan. Kick like a soccer player, score like a golfer: it's FootGolf! Bend it, boot it, and celebrate after sinking a 30-foot putt with your feet at these three SoCal FootGolf courses. Gooooaaallll in one!

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    Bu'tiful Days

    Ready for a Bu’tiful day? These three Malibu adventures deliver everything from coast-hugging trails to rugged Pacific panoramas and a quiet oasis escape. Have yourself a truly Mali-butiful day.

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    And the Best CA State Parks Are...

    The people have spoken: California State Park Foundation’s recent “Best of California’s State Parks” awards honored some of the Golden State’s most beloved outdoor places, chosen by thousands of voters. Several are parks we’ve happily explored ourselves, too. Here are a few adventures we recommend from this year’s winners.

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    Rise in Reno Tahoe

    Reno Tahoe doesn’t fit neatly into a box—and that’s exactly why it’s such a fun place to visit. One moment your family is hiking to a roaring waterfall or strolling alongside the Truckee River, the next you’re eating chicken burgers and catching a baseball game at a ballpark beneath mountain-framed skies. Then it’s on to arty, mural-filled neighborhoods abuzz with cafes and patio dining. There’s plenty of room for spontaneity here. Rise in Reno Tahoe this spring!

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    Give Mom These Gardens

    This Mother’s Day weekend, go garden-variety! These five botanical gardens are worth a high five for Mom.

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