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Snow-covered peaks in winter, gushing waterfalls in spring, wildflower meadows and glistening lakes in summer, vibrant colors in fall—this is a land of dramatic and wild beauty. World-class mountain resorts circle turquoise-blue Lake Tahoe. Mammoth Lakes offers epic skiing and endless high-altitude delights. Yosemite National Park, a World Heritage Site, is more beautiful than you can imagine and absolutely worth a visit. Whether you hike a mountain, ski the steeps, or lounge in a hot tub beneath a canopy of stars, you’ll find your perfect getaway.
Featured High Sierra
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- Palisades Tahoe
- Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County
- Heavenly
Heavenly
- Classic Films of Lone Pine
Classic Films of Lone Pine
- Northstar California Ski Resort
Northstar California Ski Resort
- Kirkwood
Kirkwood
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Lake Tahoe
5 Amazing Things to Do in Lake Tahoe
- Golfing in Lake Tahoe
Golfing in Lake Tahoe
- Mammoth Lakes Golf
Mammoth Lakes Golf
- 5 Amazing Things to Do in Yosemite’s Gateways
5 Amazing Things to Do in Yosemite’s Gateways
- Take a Bite Out of Bishop
Take a Bite Out of Bishop
- California Welcome Center - Mammoth Lakes
California Welcome Center - Mammoth Lakes
- Truckee River
Truckee River
Events In:
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- North Lake Tahoe SnowFest
North Lake Tahoe SnowFest
February 26–March 8, 2026
- Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley Music Festival
July 17–Aug. 2, 2026
- California Wine Month
California Wine Month
September 1–30, 2026
- Bracebridge Dinners
Bracebridge Dinners
December 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 2026
Places to Eat & Drink
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- 5 Family Vacations Your Kids Will Love
5 Family Vacations Your Kids Will Love
Book a dream getaway for your whole crew to one of these awesome California destinations
- February 2026 Events in California
February 2026 Events in California
Love is in the air with a statewide passion for wine, dates, and flowering orchards
- 8 Amazing Valentine’s Day Experiences
8 Amazing Valentine’s Day Experiences
Celebrate your love in an unexpected way with these romantic, only-in-California ideas
- 5 Great Places to See Autumn Leaves in California
5 Great Places to See Autumn Leaves in California
See California color pop in these leaf-peeping locations across the state
- The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
Make the most of winter’s quiet season using these specials and discounts on hotels and theme parks
- January 2026 Events in California
January 2026 Events in California
There are countless ways to celebrate winter in the Golden State, including snow play, wildlife spotting, and excellent dining deals
- 12 Amazing Things to Do in California on Super Bowl Sunday
12 Amazing Things to Do in California on Super Bowl Sunday
Enjoy bucket-list destinations—and skip the usual crowds—while others are watching the game
- What’s New in California in 2026
What’s New in California in 2026
From new hotels to hotly anticipated restaurants to colorful theme park attractions, here’s a look at the top debuts in California
- 5 Amazing Things to Do Near Calaveras Big Trees State Park
5 Amazing Things to Do Near Calaveras Big Trees State Park
The Gold Country area has rich prospecting history, cool outdoor adventures, and great wine
- November 2025 Events in California
November 2025 Events in California
Enjoy one last autumnal hurrah this month, or start your winter fun early
Videos
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California 101
Yosemite National Park
California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California 101
Gateways to Yosemite: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
Highway 395 Road Trip
California Dream Eater
Lake Tahoe’s 3 Dreamiest Eats in 60 Seconds
Hidden Gems
Drive the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway
You are Here. A California Love Letter
ZOOM: A Magical Ride Around California
Yosemite’s Bucket List Brunch Buffet
California 101
Lake Tahoe: 5 Amazing Things
Podcasts
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Ike Barinholtz: Hollywood Stories, Trivia Wins, & California Adventures
36min
Spas, National Monuments, Mission San Juan Capistrano
32min
Culinary Greatest Hits
34min
California Cuisine, Sonoma County, Yosemite
34min
California Curiosities, Architecture, East Bay
37min
Jonny Moseley, Orange County, Museum Hack
33min
Rock Climbing, Best Campgrounds, L.A. Shopping
35min
Curtis Stone’s Culinary Tour, Lake Tahoe, Death Valley
34min
Big Sur, Waterfalls, Oakland
23min
California Road Trip Adventures
56min
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