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Colorful traditional Chinese lanterns illuminating the streets of Chinatown Los Angeles at dusk

Chinatown Los Angeles, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Vibrant traditional Chinese architecture and colorful lanterns hanging above bustling streets in Chinatown San Francisco

Chinatown San Francisco, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Aerial view of Zuma Beach in Malibu showing the expansive 1.8 mile shoreline with golden sand and blue Pacific Ocean waters against the backdrop of Santa Monica Mountains

Zuma Beach, Malibu, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

People walking on paths around Yerba Buena Island with Bay Bridge in background

Yerba Buena Island, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area showing the Sacramento River flowing through lush riparian forest with oak trees and mountains in the background

Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Historic downtown Woodland with the Opera House visible on a sunny day

Woodland Opera House State Historic Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Panoramic view of William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park with the historic adobe building and Sacramento River in the background

William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of Will Rogers State Historic Park entrance road with mountains in background

Will Rogers State Historic Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Aerial view of Will Rogers State Beach showing the coastline and Pacific Ocean on a sunny day

Will Rogers State Beach, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic coastal view of Wilder Ranch State Park with hiking trails and the Pacific Ocean

Wilder Ranch State Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of Whiskeytown Lake with mountains in the background and clear blue waters reflecting the sky

Whiskeytown Lake Islands, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic road leading to Wilbur Hot Springs California with rolling hills and natural landscape

Wilbur Hot Springs, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of the road leading to Zmudowski State Beach with agricultural fields on both sides and mountains in the distance

Zmudowski State Beach, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of Wildwood Canyon's rolling hills and oak woodlands in Southern California

Wildwood Canyon, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Crystal clear waters of Whiskeytown Lake surrounded by forested mountains on a beautiful sunny day

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic coastal view of Highway 1 leading to Westport-Union Landing State Beach in California

Westport-Union Landing State Beach, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic view of Weaverville town with mountains in background and Joss House State Historic Park

Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Wassama Round House State Historic Park ceremonial structure surrounded by oak trees in the Sierra Nevada foothills

Wassama Round House State Historic Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Expansive meadow view at Washoe Meadows State Park with wildflowers and mountain backdrop

Washoe Meadows State Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic road leading to Vichy Springs Resort with rolling hills and oak trees in Mendocino County, California

Vichy Springs, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Panoramic view of the Verdugo Mountains with Los Angeles skyline in the distance

Verdugo Mountains, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

People enjoying a sunny day at Venice Beach, Los Angeles, California during the ideal visiting season

Venice Beach, Los Angeles, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Scenic coastal view of Highway 1 approaching Van Damme State Park in California

Van Damme State Park, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks

Panoramic view of Twin Lakes State Beach California showing the sandy shoreline and ocean waves on a sunny day

Twin Lakes State Beach, California: Best Things to Do – Top Picks