High Sierra
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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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- Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley Music Festival
July 17–August 2, 2026 Hear symphonies soar in an alpine village under Sierra skies
- California Wine Month
California Wine Month
September 1–30, 2026 Taste Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and more at events in wine regions such as Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and Temecula Valley
- Bracebridge Dinners
Bracebridge Dinners
December 8–18, 2026 Dine amid candlelit pageantry in a beloved Yosemite holiday tradition
Places to Eat & Drink
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- June 2026 Events in California
June 2026 Events in California
Embrace summer with wine festivals, classic fairs, and live music
- Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County
In quiet towns west of Yosemite National Park, historic preservation mixes with modern appeal
- May 2026 Events in California
May 2026 Events in California
Kick off your summer with Memorial Day Weekend celebrations, wine tasting, and quirky festivals
- 23 Pet-Friendly Hotels in California
23 Pet-Friendly Hotels in California
Explore the Golden State with your favorite furry friend and take full advantage of these welcoming properties
- 2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
Add a little extra sunshine to your vacation with hotel and theme park discounts
- November 2025 Events in California
November 2025 Events in California
Enjoy one last autumnal hurrah this month, or start your winter fun early
- California Vacations for the Star Wars Icons
California Vacations for the Star Wars Icons
Here’s where Yoda, Darth Vader, and their friends would go to relax
- April 2026 Events in California
April 2026 Events in California
Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
- 50-Plus Fun Things to Do in California During the 2025 Holidays
50-Plus Fun Things to Do in California During the 2025 Holidays
Put these festive events, experiences, and performances on your bucket list this season
- 30 Can't-Miss Food Stops to Fuel Your Next California Road Trip
30 Can't-Miss Food Stops to Fuel Your Next California Road Trip
From the coast to the mountains, here's where to pull over and sample the Golden State's fabulous food
Videos
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California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California 101
Gateways to Yosemite: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
Yosemite National Park
California 101
Highway 395 Road Trip
You Are Here. A California Love Letter
ZOOM: A Magical Ride Around California
California Dream Eater
Lake Tahoe’s 3 Dreamiest Eats in 60 Seconds
Hidden Gems
Drive the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway
Yosemite’s Bucket List Brunch Buffet
California 101
Lake Tahoe: 5 Amazing Things
Podcasts
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Winter in Mammoth Lakes
39min
Accessible Adventures Across California
40min
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
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