Our 5 Favorite National Parks in California
For many of us, nothing beats packing a bag, completely unplugging, and renewing our minds in nature untouched – free from the distractions of modern life. For locals and visitors of California, our home state is the ideal place to do it.
Whether backpacking the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, traversing the extremes of Death Valley, marveling at 27,000-year-old formations, or getting lost in a sea of ancient trees, there’s a National Park for every type of adventure.
Create experiences to be shared and laughed about for years to come. Read on to learn about our 5 of our favorite National Parks in California!
Yosemite National Park
Located in Eastern Central California, Yosemite National Park is considered one of the world’s best National Parks for good reason! With breathtaking waterfalls, towering monoliths and plunging valleys it’s one of the best trips for outdoor enthusiasts.
Joshua Tree National Park
Wander a variety of hiking trails, conquer monzogranite rock climbing, or experience epic stargazing 365 days a year. While this desert escape is fantastic any season, winter can be a great time to explore without the high temperatures.
Sequoia National Park
The largest groves of sequoia trees can be found in this 202,430-acre park, located in southeastern California. Often mistaken for redwoods, these large trunked trees are the largest in the world by volume. Be on the lookout for the fallen sequoia you can drive through!
Redwood National & State Park
The coastal region of Northern California is home to the planet’s tallest living thing – the magnificent redwood. Redwood trees are quite easy to access in the park, giving you a much more wild and open exploring experience.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Often compared to Yosemite, this off-the-map treasure offers crystalline lakes, rolling mountains, steaming fumaroles, and striking volcanoes – with fewer crowds. Located in Northern California, summers are warm and dry while winters see cold temperatures and snow.
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