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Great California Road Trips: Fun on the U.S. 395

This is the first post dedicated to adventures along U.S. 395. On this trip, Sami and I visited the Alabama Hills, Whitney Portal, and Mono Lake. There is much to explore on this highway that connects California to the Canadian border.

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Sunny San Diego: Beyond the Beach

While San Diego, California is known for its scenic beaches and craft beer, there are also many opportunities for hiking and recreation a bit further inland where the sea breezes still blow.

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Joshua Tree National Park

About 130 miles from Los Angeles, California where the Mojave and Colorado Deserts meet, lies Joshua Tree National Park. Joshua Tree is home to a diverse population of desert-adapted species, including the famed Joshua tree for which the park is named. This post details our spring break trip taken in April, an ideal time to visit.

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Hiking the Angeles: Chantry Flat Trails

There are many trails in the Angeles National Forest. Popular hikes in the Chantry Flats area take hikers to various pools and waterfalls. Bears are a common sight along the trail, so remember to be bear aware and recreate responsibly.

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Inyo National Forest

This post features just some of the adventure that can be had in California's expansive Inyo National Forest. From the oldest trees to the highest peaks, there is much to be explored, with many options for camping.