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When is Rattlesnake Season in Southern California?
One of the most common questions I’m asked in the comments on YouTube is if I ever run into any rattlesnakes. The truth is, I rarely see any when out filming. That made me wonder, when is rattlesnake season in Southern California? So, I did some research on the subject and this is what I…
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Where Does Highway 395 Begin and End?
Highway 395 is one of our favorite roads. You are rewarded with fantastic views almost the entire drive, from California and Nevada’s eastern Sierra mountains to the beauty of Oregon and Washington’s forest. The highway also pretty much avoids big cities, only hitting two along its 1,305-mile journey. That wasn’t always the case, though, as…
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Visiting the Center of California
When we were planning a recent trip to Yosemite National Park, we noticed that we could visit North Fork, CA and what is billed as the Geographic Center of California with a short detour. Being a fan of roadside attractions and oddities, there was no way we were going to pass that up.
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What is the Best Time of the Year to Go On a Road Trip?
Those who prioritize comfort will most likely agree that there is no better and more fun way of traveling than road trips. After all – you have the chance to stop wherever you want, whenever you want. The US is full of exciting and scenic rides you can take, but if you pick the wrong…
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Ultimate Guide to Exploring Bullhead City, Arizona
Over the last few years, the idea of traveling has changed quite a bit. Hopping on a plane and heading to another part of the world may not be as appealing or easy as it was before, but on the bright side – it has given us the chance to find hidden gems closer to…
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A Guide to Hetch Hetchy – Yosemite’s Hidden Gem
I couldn’t believe it when I first laid eyes on Yosemite National Park’s Hetchy Valley. Here was one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen, in one of the most visited National Parks in the country, and very few people know about it. About Hetch Hetchy While Yosemite National Park has become known for its…
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A Guide to Oakhurst, California – Gateway to Yosemite
California’s Sierra Nevada town of Oakhurst is located only 14 miles from the entrance to Yosemite National Park, making it a great jumping-off point when visiting the park. Not only is it a great place to start your Yosemite adventures, but there is also quite a bit to see and do in and around the…
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Bravo Land – Western Themed Roadside Attraction in Central California
When driving Interstate 5 from Southern California to Northern California, there aren’t a lot of great roadside attractions to stop and spend some time at. Fortunately, there is Bravo Land in Kettleman City, where Interstate 5 meets the 41. Bravo Land is a wild west ghost town-themed roadside attraction that has pretty much everything a…
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The 7 Best Rest Areas in California
Initially, I thought about making a video on the best roadside rest areas in California, but I just didn’t feel totally comfortable doing a bunch of filming at rest areas, so I decided to write this article instead. When you take frequent road trips, especially with family, you start to know the rest areas. Someone…
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Guide to walking across the border to Tijuana
If you are in San Diego and find yourself wanting to visit Tijuana, Mexico, probably the easiest and most convenient way to cross the border is on foot. Parking in the United States and crossing as a pedestrian has a number of advantages over driving across the border and in my opinion is by far…