California Dreaming?
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There’s a reason California is the most populous state… Home to seemingly countless U.S. National Parks and some of the country’s largest cities, California offers residents and visitors the best of both worlds.
In honor of National California Day, we’re diving into some of the best places to visit in California. And because it’s likely you’ll fall in love with the Golden State, we’re highlighting some of the best places to live in California as well!
Follow along and discover why California earned “Eureka” as its state motto.
Best Places to Visit in Northern California
Best Places to Live in Northern California
📍 Antioch
📍 Fairfield
📍 Fremont
📍 Hollister
📍 West Sacramento
Best Places to Visit in Central California
Sequoia and Kings National Parks⁴
Known as “A Land of Giants,” Sequoia and Kings National Parks boast everything from vast mountains to deep canyons. Oh, and the world’s largest trees of course. Partially located in Fresno County, Sequoia National Park’s weather can be drastic—encompassing both freezing temperatures and snowfall from November to March and mild to hot temperatures in the summer months. The diverse weather only makes it more of a destination, offering a versatile selection of year-round activities to accomplish. No matter when you visit, you’ll want to make sure to bring your camera—the sights and landscape are simply spectacular.
Yosemite National Park⁵
“But no temple made with hands can compare with Yosemite.
Every rock in its walls seems to glow with life...as if into this one mountain mansion Nature had gathered her choicest treasures.”
- John Muir, Mountaineer and Founder of Yosemite National Park
Featuring the best of Central California, Yosemite National Park is one of the wonders of the natural world. Formed by glaciers, visitors are continuously left in awe over vast waterfalls, immense granite walls, deep valleys and ancient sequoias. One of the most visited national parks, Yosemite boasts a versatile selection of activities, including:
⛺ Camping
🥾 Hiking
🎒 Backpacking
🚗 Scenic Drives
🎣 Fishing
🌠 Stargazing
🧗♂️ Rock Climbing
🎿 Winter Sports
🚣♂️ Rafting
No matter what you do, your visit to Yosemite National Park won’t disappoint. Just make sure to plan ahead and make any necessary reservations—with over 3.5 million visitors a year, this park fills up fast.
Best Places to Live in Central California
📍 Chowchilla
📍 Fresno
📍 Kerman
📍 Kingsburg
📍 Los Banos
📍 Madera
📍 Reedley
📍 Tulare
Best Places to Visit in Southern California
Best Places to Live in Southern California
📍 Chino
📍 Lake Elsinore
📍 Rialto
📍 San Bernardino
📍 Yucaipa
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