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  1. Super Blood Wolf Moon!

    SoCal's real star power ... is up in the sky! This year is going to be a bonanza of celestial events, starting with the super blood wolf moon on January 20. Also coming: 4 more eclipses, 3 supermoons, 1 blue moon, multiple meteor showers and … you get it! So mark your calendar and make some plans: Here are three great ways to celebrate the wonders of space, stars, the moon, and planets.

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  2. Oh Snow You Didn't!

    Mother Nature has not been stingy with snow this new year! Indeed the ski slopes are calling, but there are plenty of other fun ways to enjoy winter destinations like Baldy, Mammoth, and Big Bear. From snowshoeing to tubing to cross-country gliding, here's some ways to get outdoors and explore. Oh the places you'll snow!

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  3. Roll In The New Year

    Great air, awesome views, cool temps—conditions are perfect for jump-starting 2019 with bike rides. Choose from a scenic stretch along the San Gabriel River, an easy ramble in Riverside, or tackling the legendary PV Donut Loop. Roll call!

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  5. 2018's Top 10 Adventures in SoCal

    Who says LA's all about the stars? You reach for way more than the stars by heading outdoors. From mountain peaks and canyon scrambles, to soaking your bones in rivers and hot springs, these are the Top 10 Outdoor Adventures from 2018. Here's to more outdoors in 2019!

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  6. Ho Ho Outside You'll Go!

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! After some cheers and beers, or in between both, head out on an adventure the whole gang can enjoy. From hot springs to a hellhole you'll actually love, here are a bunch of good ways to explore outdoors this season.

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  7. Bright Lights and Holiday Hikes

    Whatever the holiday season means to you, we’ve got you covered. Time to hike in the brisk and piney mountain air? Gotcha. Take a hayride and meet the Clauses? Why not? Ogle the amazingest holiday lights in the whole dang country? Read on, Prancer!

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  8. Craft Hikes and Mountain Brews

    That recent chill in the air is sending us a message: Get out and hike! Get up high! Feel inspired by awesome, wintry-clear views. And then—be thirsty, friends! Hoist a tankard at some of LA’s best microbreweries, each just a short jaunt from your trailhead.

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  9. Rain Or Shine LA

    We're getting some much needed moisture! Rain or shine, you can still step outside and enjoy good scenery. Here are three ways to stretch your legs outdoors while sticking close to shelters. H2O what a relief!

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  10. Thanksgiving Wanders

    November hasn't been easy. But we are #CaliforniaStrong. Immense gratitude to the heroic firefighters, first responders, and volunteers who have been giving tirelessly and selflessly to those in need. Here are a few ideas for spending time with friends and family over Thanksgiving.

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  11. Hikes to Clear Your Mind

    Our thoughts are with everybody affected by wildfires across California. It's not easy right now. While these meditative hikes may not clear the air, they may help clear your mind. "The Love in the Air Is Thicker Than the Smoke."

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  12. Down by the River

    We make the most of our rivers here in SoCal. Even if they’re not quite long and mighty, exploring their footpaths and bike trails leads to sights that may be artsy, gritty, or just plain pretty. Discoveries guaranteed!

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  13. Five Hikes to Rock Your World

    Are you ready to rock? From Ladder Canyon Trail to the "holey" grail of Mojave, even some Griffith Park granite, here are five hikes featuring rock formations that let you climb to new heights or wind through the depths. November's off to a rocky start!

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  14. Trek and Treat!

    You don’t have to don Justin and Hailey costumes or go full-on Abba this Halloween season to earn a treat. (In fact, we’d prefer you didn’t.) Our suggestion: Burn a few kilocals on these treks, then indulge in a treat at a legendary dessert parlor. Win-win!

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  16. Six Fall Adventures in SoCal

    What's your adventure go-to? From easy beach exploring to peak hikes and redwood groves, we've got some ideas to fill your fall weekends. Here are six great ways to spend your days outside.

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  17. Harvest Fun-for-Fall

    Pick a peck of apples, pluck your perfect pumpkin, pet a goat, watch a pig race, nab a trophy zucchini—yep, it’s harvest season, and we’ve got the scoop on the best places to have fun for all and fun for fall!

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  18. Redwood Hikes & Sleeps

    In case you didn't hear, October was just declared California Redwoods Month, honoring our iconic trees from the coast to the Sierra Nevada. Celebrate by hiking, relaxing, and lodging among these behemoth beauties. Here are 7 of the best places to make it happen!

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  19. Welcome Back, Idyllwild!

    One of our favorite mountain hamlets, Idyllwild, is in full swing again, now that last summer’s Cranston Fire is a receding memory. Camp, hike, relax at a lake ... here's how to go Idyllwild!

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  20. Outdoors, Amigos!

    We just celebrated Mexican Independence Day (September 16, 1810), but the ¡Viva México! sentiment can go on year round in SoCal with these outdoor adventures, followed by some authentic comida de México!

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  21. Reno Tahoe Trifecta

    Ready for the Reno Tahoe Trifecta? If you can knock out all three, you'll bag one of Tahoe's tallest peaks, paddle the lake in a clear kayak, and sample craft beers by way of a human-powered bike trolley. Ready, set, Reno Tahoe!

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  22. Sea Caves, Beaches!

    Feeling fried by the late-summer sun? Find refuge in a sea cave! We have a few in mind that are suitably cool, plus they add a dash of adventure to your beach outing. Just keep an eye on the tides!

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  1. Waterfall Hunter

    If you ask a local in Reno about one of the best hiking trails in town, odds are high they’ll point you to Hunter Creek Falls. It’s a year-round favorite, but it absolutely shines in spring, when desert peach wildflowers make a splash—and so does the marquee waterfall.

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  2. Cheers to Chimney

    If you’re looking for all that Point Reyes has to offer in spring, Chimney Rock is the place to be. The 1.75-mile (round-trip) hike to Chimney may be short, but it packs a visual punch, quadrupling the viewing thrills during spring.

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    Take the Exit to the Best of the San Francisco Peninsula

    The San Francisco Peninsula is proof that some of Northern California’s greatest surprises are hiding just off Highway 101. All you have to do is take the exit.

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  4. Hello, Sur!

    Big Sur is home to numerous fantastic beaches and coves, so which one do you choose? Go for the beach that's quintessential Big Sur (and dog-friendly!). Pfeiffer Beach in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Its signature lilac-colored sand is waiting for your feet!

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  1. Garland in Bloom

    Carmel Valley is known for its quaint wineries and scenic hiking trails. Enjoy both on this 3.75-mile loop through Garland Ranch Regional Park.

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  2. A woman stands amid an array of yellow and purple flowers at Descanso Gardens in Los Angeles

    Petal Paradise

    Tulips, lilacs, and daffodils—flower power is in full bloom at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge. Sprawling across 150 acres surrounded by mountains, the gardens are putting on their best show right now.

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  3. Bike the Coastal Trail to Pillar Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay

    Ride and Seek

    Oceanside breezes, beautiful beaches, a car-free pathway for biking, and beer at the end: You’re on a roll! The San Mateo Coast was made for beach hopping and beer tasting … and it all goes down smooth as part of an 8-mile out-and-back bike ride.

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  4. Tamtastic Sunset

    Sure, the East Peak of Mount Tam is absolutely spectacular at sunset, but some magic-hour enthusiasts are onto a fresh perspective in getting a little more personal space for their panoramic viewings.

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