Who says all good things must come to an end? This is California! But still, there’s a few things better to do now than later … so soak in the last of the summer days on one or more of these outdoor escapes.
Watching an autumn sunset over the Bay is magical; so, where's the ideal spot for catching this show while enjoying dinner and drinks, too? Bring a home-packed meal and some adult beverages (totally allowed) for a 90-minute floating feast that’s…
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…
Sure, you’ve seen redwoods … but have you seen the redwoods? Humboldt County is home to the tallest trees on the planet and a designated World Heritage Site.
Let's Go to the Redwoods!
Sponsored Story
Finding a last-minute campground in the Bay Area can be like finding a parking spot in San Francisco—possible, but painful. Which makes it all the more special when you snag a sweet spot! Set in a narrow grassy meadow among…
Want to hang out with the stars? Go visit Leah, Rachel, and Nellie. They’re the names of the three marquee telescopes at the Chabot Space and Science Center in the East Bay, where every Friday and Saturday evening no-cost telescope…
Beaches along Sonoma County’s Russian River come in all varieties: From boisterous with boomboxes to mellow with kayakers quietly floating by. This new spot east of Healdsburg is definitely the latter. Del Rio Woods has new beach access to the Russian…
If you like edgy, windswept, impossibly romantic coastal vistas, then…
Hidden in the hills south of Petaluma, Tolay Lake Regional Park …
Tucked behind a suburb on the Peninsula, Pillar Point Bluff…
Short hike, sweet views—sure thing! And a bonus: It’s right…
Epic views don’t always come from bagging peaks. Sometimes it’s…
Crisp fall days can bring out the best in the…
Whoa ... did you see that?! It's not the wine…
When life gives you lemons, make Limantour your beach du…
Hankering to hit the beach? Don’t dilly dally—Dillon dally! Often…
There's a lesser known hiking haven located in the northern…
Here’s a perfect fall hike that could easily become a…
It’s an East Bay classic. Lafayette Reservoir is a hub…
