Amazing places to go camping near Los Angeles
There are a ton of great options that are within driving distance.
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Planning a trip? We've got the best weekend getaways, West Coast adventures and bucket-list destinations to fuel your wander lust.
The best secluded getaways from L.A.
If your best weeekends don’t involve seeing strangers, then these secluded getaways from L.A. might be just the ticket.
Your guide to L.A.’s canyons
Drive higher, think clearer, breathe deeper.
The 8 most amazing treehouse rentals worth driving to from L.A.
Itching to feel like you’re outdoors but not super stoked on camping? We hear you.
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Escape the city
The 15 best day trips from Los Angeles
Sometimes you need a change of scenery.
The best road trips from L.A.
This list has a destination for every kind of traveler.
The best weekend getaways from L.A.
You don't have to get on a plane to feel like you’re in another country.
The best car-free day trips from Los Angeles
Take the car out of the equation and the stress of traffic disappears.
Get outdoors
There’s never been a better time to show your support for this country’s incredible National Park system.
The best beaches in Los Angeles
With miles of picturesque coastline from Malibu to the South Bay, the best beaches in Los Angeles are aplenty.
The best hikes in L.A. for dramatic city views
Next time you’re looking for a beautiful view of the city, lace up your hiking boots.
The 5 best hiking trails in L.A. with waterfalls
Here are five hiking trails in L.A. that’ll keep you cool by journey’s end.
Things to do outside in Los Angeles
L.A.’s amazing weather (and all of that famous sunshine) make it perfect for exploring the great outdoors, no matter what time of year.
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More road trip ideas
Road trip: Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Never fly to Vegas from L.A.; the road trip is too much fun to miss.
Road trip: Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes
The drive up to Mammoth Lakes is the stuff of winter road-trip dreams.
Never fly to Vegas from L.A.; the road trip is too much fun to miss.
Road trip: Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Never fly to Vegas from L.A.; the road trip is too much fun to miss.
Road trip: Los Angeles to Mammoth Lakes
The drive up to Mammoth Lakes is the stuff of winter road-trip dreams.
The best scenic drives in L.A.
Fill up the tank, wait out rush hour and pilot your way through these scenic drives.
9 authentic ghost towns worth a road trip from L.A.
Get a glimpse of what life was like over a century ago in L.A.
The best pit stops for your Coachella road trip itinerary
Why the rush to get to Coachella?
See more of California
The best beaches in California for surf, sand and sun
Boasting nearly 900 miles of shoreline, the beaches in California are among the best in the world.
The best camping in California from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Nevadas
The Golden State teems with inspiring spots to roll out your sleeping bag.
Boasting nearly 900 miles of shoreline, the beaches in California are among the best in the world.
The best beaches in California for surf, sand and sun
Boasting nearly 900 miles of shoreline, the beaches in California are among the best in the world.
The best camping in California from the Pacific Coast to the Sierra Nevadas
The Golden State teems with inspiring spots to roll out your sleeping bag.
The 13 best California hot springs
Slink into a steamy pool of mineral-rich H2O.
13 best places to see California redwoods
Found only along the coast from southern Oregon to central California, Sequoia sempervirens, or coast redwoods, don’t run short on superlatives. They’re the...
The 11 best amusement parks in California
Whether you’re looking to catch a few Gs or simply snap a few mouse-ear selfies, here’s where to get your thrills in CA.
Essential SoCal cities
The 11 best things to do in Palm Springs
The 11 best things to do in Palm Springs
Palm Springs beckons visitors with its arid landscape, midcentury vacation homes and excellent restaurant scene.
The best things to do in Joshua Tree
The best things to do in Joshua Tree
Things to do abound here, whether it's hiking and climbing or wildflower sightseeing.
The 9 best things to do in Santa Barbara
The 9 best things to do in Santa Barbara
Regardless of whether you’re a beach person, you’ll never be at a loss for what to do in Santa Barbara.
The 11 best things to do in Anaheim
The 11 best things to do in Anaheim
There are, in fact, more things to do in Anaheim than just visiting the happiest place on earth.
The best things to do on Catalina Island
The best things to do on Catalina Island
Catalina Island has become more of a not-so-secret treasure for everyday Angelenos.
The best things to do in Ojai
The best things to do in Ojai
The cozy, pastoral town of Ojai is a beautiful bet for those looking to get away from L.A.
Explore the West Coast
The 14 best San Francisco attractions
The 14 best San Francisco attractions
San Francisco may only measure 49 square miles, but this beautiful city offers endless options when it comes to eating, drinking, and exploring.
The 13 best breweries in San Diego for a well-crafted pint
The 13 best breweries in San Diego for a well-crafted pint
San Diego is to craft beer what Napa is to wine.
The 10 best Napa Valley wineries for tasting world-class wine
The 10 best Napa Valley wineries for tasting world-class wine
Tthese Napa Valley wineries offer the quintessential Wine Country experience.
The 14 best annual events in Vancouver
The 14 best annual events in Vancouver
Vancouver’s year revolves around two monumental moments: the first day of ski season and the first day of summer.
The 12 best donuts in Portland
The 12 best donuts in Portland
Portland is a worthy destination for delicious deep-fried dough.
The 18 best Seattle coffee shops
The 18 best Seattle coffee shops
Seattle has a lot more to offer than Starbucks.
Adventure abroad
The 40 most exciting things to do in the world in 2020
The 40 very best experiences taking place anywhere in the world.
The best botanical gardens in the world
Discover cherry blossom in Tokyo and cacti in Colombia.
The 10 most romantic holidays in the world
Ever heard the theory that couples who travel well together, stay together? It’s true.
The 11 best (and cheapest) nightlife cities in the world
Get planning your party trip now.