Month: September 2023

Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove Historic District occupies 12.3 of the 2,791 total acres of Crystal Cove State Park and is located along the coast. The 46 seaside cottages that make up the Historic District were constructed in the 1920s and 1930s, and they sit in a cluster 

Eldorado National Forest

Eldorado National Forest

Eldorado National Forest rose to prominence after discovering gold along the American River, sparked the California Gold Rush and the ensuing explorations into the woods and throughout the state headed by the famous explorer Kit Carson Sierra Nevada Mountains. With nearly a million acres of 

Klamath National Forest

Klamath National Forest

Klamath National Forest is positioned in Upper California. Five wilderness areas offer nearly 200 miles of rivers and streams for fishing, camping, and hiking opportunities for those searching for quiet seclusion. Whether you like to float down the thrilling and breathtaking Klamath River in a 

Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area in California that provides vital habitat for desert wildlife, including endangered species and offers opportunities for birdwatching and nature observation. Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard calls the Coachella Valley Refuge home because it holds most of the 

Colusa National Wildlife Refuge

Colusa National Wildlife Refuge

Colusa National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area in California, USA. It comprises wetlands, riparian forests, and grasslands, providing vital habitats for migratory birds and supporting diverse wildlife species. Sacramento Valley in north-central California has six refuges, including the Colusa National Wildlife Refuge. The wildlife 

Delevan National Wildlife Refuge

Delevan National Wildlife Refuge

Delevan National Wildlife Refuge is a refuge located in California, providing critical habitat for migratory birds and supports a diverse range of wildlife species within its wetlands and grasslands. It is one of six refuges that make up the Sacramento Refuge Complex and is located 

Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail

Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail

Total in and out hiking length 91.9 km Total climbing distance= 8,357 feet Difficulty: Challenging Total Elevation Gain:   2432 m Total Elevation Loss:   2431 m Avg Elevation per KM:  26 m Max Elevation:   2573 m Crane Mountain National Recreation Trail is a 36-mile (91.9 km) trail east of Lakeview 

Pacific Crest National Recreation Trail

Pacific Crest National Recreation Trail

Total in and out hiking length:  2,650 miles Total climbing distance: 13,153 feet Difficulty:  Varies Pacific Crest National Recreation Trail from the southern border of the United States to the northern border of Canada is used for long-distance mountain climbing and horseback riding. For around a 

Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail

Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail

Length: 29.0 km Elevation gain: 1,143 m Route type: Point to point Difficulty: moderate to difficult Piedra Blanca National Recreation Trail is a trail located in California. It offers scenic views, unique rock formations, and opportunities for hiking and exploring nature in the beautiful Piedra 

Sisson-Callahan National Recreation Trail

Sisson-Callahan National Recreation Trail

Length of trail: 10 miles. Difficulty Level: Intermediate Distance and Elevation: Total descent is 5000 ft in 10 miles. Route Type: Out & Back Sisson-Callahan National Recreation Trail is the only one in the Mount Shasta region that is longer than the Sisson-Callahan Trail, the