Category: California

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Lassen

  By Wandering Jana February 23, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Volcanos, hot springs, mud pots and the rich smell of rotten eggs. Check out California’s Yellowstone! Continue reading

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Redwoods

  By Wandering Jana February 16, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Redwoods is more than just one park. There’s a whole bunch of them to explore! Continue reading

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Humboldt Redwoods

  By Wandering Jana February 12, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

So many redwoods, so little time.  Continue reading

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Route 1: Santa Cruz to Glass Beach

  By Wandering Jana February 9, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A whole lot of Route 1 driving and a whole bunch of coastal stops along the way.  Continue reading

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Route 1: Point Lobos and Pebble Beach

  By Wandering Jana February 5, 2021 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Birds, coastlines and golf? Explore two of Monterey County, California’s impressive natural areas! Continue reading

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Route 1: Coastlines and Elephant Seals

  By Wandering Jana January 29, 2021 November 3, 2025 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

This journey along the California coast features wonderful beaches, craggy cliffs and shouting elephant seals! Continue reading

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Pinnacles

  By Wandering Jana December 22, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

My 100th update brings you California’s amazing Pinnacles National Park! Continue reading

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Road to Darwin

  By Wandering Jana June 26, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, Hidden History, United States, Updates from the Road

Down a Joshua Tree lined road, not far from Death Valley, lies an old mining town gone bust.  Continue reading

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Hiking the Valley of Death

  By Wandering Jana June 12, 2020 October 26, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Unique geology, beautiful canyons and a desolate desert, Death Valley National Park has a ton of hiking opportunities. Continue reading

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Return to the Valley of Death

  By Wandering Jana April 9, 2019 June 24, 2025 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

An unexpected trip takes me back to Death Valley for more exploration. Continue reading

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The Valley of Death

  By Wandering Jana February 12, 2019 March 10, 2026 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explorations of Death Valley National Park, the driest and hottest area of the United States. Continue reading

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Joshua Tree

  By Wandering Jana January 8, 2019 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore a National Park unique for its desert environment and vegetation. Continue reading

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Goodbye to 2018

  By Wandering Jana January 1, 2019 October 30, 2019 Arizona, Blog, California, Colorado, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, New Mexico, United States, Updates from the Road, Utah

Saying goodbye to a very interesting year.  Continue reading

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Wandering San Diego

  By Wandering Jana December 18, 2018 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, Hidden History, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore the history of this Southern California city. Continue reading

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Wandering LA

  By Wandering Jana December 11, 2018 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, Cemeteries and Tombs, Museums, Route 66, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of the City of Angels and the surrounding area. Continue reading

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The Pacific Coast Highway

  By Wandering Jana December 4, 2018 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Tag along as I drive one of the most beautiful roads in America. Continue reading

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Wandering San Francisco

  By Wandering Jana November 27, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of the City by the Bay. Continue reading

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Alcatraz

  By Wandering Jana November 20, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore what remains of the most famous prison in America. Continue reading

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Yosemite Valley

  By Wandering Jana November 14, 2018 November 29, 2025 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore one of the most famous valleys in the United States. Continue reading

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon

  By Wandering Jana November 6, 2018 July 27, 2026 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore two national parks (and a national forest) full of giant trees and amazing views.  Continue reading

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Endless Desert

  By Wandering Jana October 30, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore California’s Mojave National Preserve and all its awesomeness.  Continue reading