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Central California

When people think of California, often it’s only in terms of northern and southern. While both areas have much to recommend, you’re missing a rich adventure by passing through Central California without stopping! Skip out on some of the biggest crowds in the state’s most well-known spots and find something off the radar. Whether you’re looking for hikes, aquariums, or castles, Central California is worth taking the time to explore. Here are some of our favorite spots.

One Thousand Steps Beach: Santa Barbara’s Best Sunset Spot
Beaches | Central California

One Thousand Steps Beach: Santa Barbara’s Best Sunset Spot

Kimpton Goodland in Goleta / Santa Barbara Hotel Review
Central California | Hotels

Kimpton Goodland in Goleta / Santa Barbara Hotel Review

Hiking to the Palisade Glacier from Second Lake on the Big Pine North Fork Trail
Central California | Hikes | Natural Wonders

Hiking to the Palisade Glacier from Second Lake on the Big Pine North Fork Trail

North Fork of Big Pine: Backpacking to the Glacial Lakes
Camping | Central California | Hikes

North Fork of Big Pine: Backpacking to the Glacial Lakes

Ultimate California Bucket List: 100 Adventures You Need to Have in the State
Best of Lists | Central California | Northern California | Southern California

Ultimate California Bucket List: 100 Adventures You Need to Have in the State

Ancient Bristlecone Forest: Patriarch Grove & the Largest Bristlecone Pine in the World
Central California | Hikes | Natural Wonders

Ancient Bristlecone Forest: Patriarch Grove & the Largest Bristlecone Pine in the World

Crowley Lake Columns: Strange Formations on the East Side of the Lake
Central California | Natural Wonders | Strangely Awesome

Crowley Lake Columns: Strange Formations on the East Side of the Lake

Cottonwood Charcoal Kilns on Highway 395
Central California | Highway 395 | Historical Structures

Cottonwood Charcoal Kilns on Highway 395

Eastern Sierra Museum in Independence on Highway 395
Central California | Historical Structures | Museums

Eastern Sierra Museum in Independence on Highway 395

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