Morro Bay Camping Guide: Best & Most Scenic Morro Bay Campgrounds
A detailed guide to the best Morro Bay camping, including the most scenic campgrounds and what to expect at each campsite.
Central Coast
26 Things to do in San Luis Obispo, California | Ultimate Bucket List
The best things to do in San Luis Obispo, California – from hot springs to vineyards and where to eat, stay, and play.
30 Things to do in Solvang, California (For the Danish at Heart)
From homemade pastry shops to vintage motorcycle museums, these are the best things to do in Solvang, California.
Shark Fin Cove: How to Get the Most Out of This Hidden Beach
How to visit Shark Fin Cove, the beachy hideaway and popular photography spot just north of Santa Cruz.
11 Things to do in Capitola, California (From a Local)
From someone who grew up next to its colorful and sandy shores, these are the best things to do in Capitola, California. Only about 70 miles south of San Francisco, Capitola is a tucked-away seaside gem in Santa Cruz County. If you think the city of Santa Cruz is a cute beach town, Capitola is … Read more
101 Things to Do in Santa Cruz, California (From a Local)
The best things to do in Santa Cruz from someone who grew up in the city! These are my favorite places to eat, visit, and local experiences to have around my hometown. Having grown up in the city, my list for the best things to do in Santa Cruz could go on and on (especially … Read more
12 Best Beaches in Santa Cruz, California (From a Local)
A local’s guide to the best beaches in Santa Cruz, California, from the hidden to the most popular. Growing up in Santa Cruz, many of my earliest memories involved birthday parties, bonfires, volleyball conditioning, and sunsets on the beaches in Santa Cruz. I guess it’s to be expected if you grow up in a beach … Read more
12 Best Santa Cruz Hikes (From a Local Who Grew Up Hiking Them)
From redwoods to coastal views, these are the best Santa Cruz hikes from a local who grew up hiking them. There’s a lot to love about Santa Cruz but perhaps one of the biggest draws to this coastal town is just how much nature there is to explore within the county. As someone who grew … Read more
Santa Cruz Wineries Guide: Wine Tasting in the Santa Cruz Mountains
A full guide to the most beautiful Santa Cruz wineries and how to get the most out of wine tasting in the Santa Cruz Mountains. When you think of California wine regions, your first thought is probably Napa or Sonoma, but one of the most underrated wine regions in the state is actually nestled right … Read more
Pinnacles National Park Guide (What to Know Before You Go)
Your guide to Pinnacles National Park, including what to see, which trails to hike, and what to know before you go. When I first planned a visit to Pinnacles National Park, I’m not sure what I was expecting. Mostly, I thought it would be a dry, almost desert-like landscape with spiraling red-tan pinnacles. Maybe it … Read more
