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Destinations: Trips by State or Province  ▪  Northeast  ▪  South  ▪  Midwest  ▪  West  ▪  Canada  ▪  Mexico
Seasons: Spring  ▪  Summer  ▪  Fall  ▪  Winter

The Golden State boasts 840 miles of coastline, majestic mountains, historic missions, towering redwoods, legendary wineries, numerous national parks and even a town dedicated to garlic. (That would be Gilroy.) Put the top down on your rental car and drive from San Diego to San Francisco, visit historic California Gold Rush towns or explore the nine national parks and 110 state parks.

Road Trip to Five National Parks Near Los Angeles

Five National Parks Near Los Angeles

All the destinations are beautiful and within a day’s drive.

Weekend Getaway in Joshua Tree National Park

Chasing the Light in Joshua Tree National Park

College friends reunite in a desert wonderland with a deepened appreciation for each other.

Road Trip Through Northern California

Road Trip Through Northern California

A world traveler reconnects with her California roots.

Road Trip to Big Sur

Friends Reconnect on a Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

Once stricken by grief, a world traveler returns the gift of kindness on a road trip to Big Sur.

Road Trip to See Whales

Road Trip to See Whales

A whale watcher dedicates nearly four decades to an unanticipated passion.

Surfing on the West Coast

Searching for Surf and Self Along the West Coast

Riding waves renews joy and restores confidence after a bad mountain fall.

California Trips

Plan your next road trip, weekend getaway or personal challenge.

Modern-Day Prospectors

Modern-Day Prospectors

From San Francisco, Jess and Eddie take a weekend road trip to Happy Camp, California, to learn gold-panning.

The Bee Journey

The Bee Journey

Beekeeper Sarah Red-Laird drives her bees from Ashland, Oregon, to Brentwood, California, to help pollinate plum trees.

Rescue Relay

Rescue Relay

Group proves love knows no boundaries.

Weekend Getaway to San Diego, California

A Multigenerational Trip to San Diego Creates Lifelong Memories

Parents and grandparents help nurture children’s interests on their family vacation.

Rediscovering California’s Eastern Sierra

Rediscovering California’s Eastern Sierra

Steer your Enterprise rental car on a road trip through California’s eastern Sierra Nevada range, and at the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area you may recognize the rugged scenery featured in many Western films and television shows. Even if you don’t, the scenery is spectacular.

California Coast People

California Coast Inspires a Love for the Ocean

During a road trip up the coast, five residents share their passion for the Pacific.

Nostalgic Route 66 Road Trip: Santa Monica to Albuquerque

Nostalgic Route 66 Road Trip: Santa Monica to Albuquerque

On the “Mother Road,” you’ll find welcoming smiles and the guardian angel of the trail.

Insider's Guide to San Francisco Attractions

Insider's Guide to San Francisco Attractions

Tips on what to see, do, eat and drink on your next visit.

Road Trip to Napa Valley, California, Winery

Castello di Amorosa: A Tuscan-Style Castle in California

You’ll feel like royalty at this unique winery in Napa Valley.

Weekend Getaway to Half Moon Bay

Weekend Getaway to Half Moon Bay

Cozy beach town is a short drive — and a world away — from San Francisco.

Road Trip to Calistoga, California

Napa’s Calistoga Specializes in Stress Reduction and Small-Town Charm

A dozen spas pamper guests with mud baths, massages and mineral pools.

Fall Foliage Road Trip in Road Trip From San Francisco to Yosemite

San Francisco: A Gateway to Yosemite National Park

An easy road trip takes you from a world-class city to a top national park.

Road Trip to Napa Valley, California

Drive to Napa Valley for the “Other Harvest” — Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Fans of “liquid gold” can set up tasting tours at wineries and shops.

Road Trip from Olympic National Park to San Francisco

A Traveler's Tribute to Trees

The drive from Olympic National Park to San Francisco features spectacular views of towering forests.

Pacific Coast Highway - California

Cruising the Pacific Coast Highway - California

Road trip continues through the northern California redwoods and on to sunny SoCal beaches.

Weekend Getaway to Fresno, California

Weekend Getaway to Fresno, California

The city makes a convenient base to explore several beautiful national parks.

Majestic Mountain Loop Family Fun

Family Fun Along California’s Majestic Mountain Loop

Three national parks in three days makes a great getaway.

Majestic Mountain Loop

Driving California’s Majestic Mountain Loop

Two Californians explore three national parks in their home state.

Weekend Getaway to San Luis Obispo

A San Luis Obispo County Stay, Three Ways

New California residents try camping, glamping and a destination hotel, all in one road trip.

Couple’s Weekend Trip to Solvang, California

Weekend Getaway to Solvang, California

A couple looks for romance in a Danish-themed town.

Road Trip to Death Valley National Park

Road Trip to Death Valley National Park

Beginning in Las Vegas, the ‘Death Valley Rally’ includes beautiful vistas and unique stops.

Road Trip to See California Wildflowers

Searching for Wildflowers in California

Spring road trips lead to beautiful, bountiful displays.

Weekend Getaway to Yosemite National Park

Celebrate the Seasons at Yosemite National Park

From roaring waterfalls to colorful trees, the park is a year-round spectacle.

Beaches Near Disneyland

Beach Road Trips from Disneyland

After you meet Mickey Mouse, relax on a Southern California beach.

Weekend Getaway to the Ghost Town of Bodie, California

Bodie, California: A Ghost Town You Should Visit

About 200,000 people visit annually, but the buildings have no residents.

Road Trip along California's Redwood Coast

Explore California's Redwood Coast

California’s Redwood Coast is one of America’s most breathtaking landscapes.