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National Monuments

People think of national parks and often overlook national monuments. Some of California’s most unique national monuments include the Rosie the Riveter Monument in Richmond and the San Francisco Cable Car Network (one of the few moving monuments in the country). While not always full of lush greenery or enchanting desert-scapes, national monuments promise an experience unique to the area that you’re in. Here are a few to explore.

11 Things to do at Point Reyes National Seashore
National Monuments | Northern California

11 Things to do at Point Reyes National Seashore

Eugine O Neil National Historic Site: Tour in Danville
National Monuments | Northern California

Eugine O Neil National Historic Site: Tour in Danville

Hiking to Rainbow Falls, Devil’s Postpile, and Red’s Meadow via Devils Postpile Trail
Hikes | National Monuments

Hiking to Rainbow Falls, Devil’s Postpile, and Red’s Meadow via Devils Postpile Trail

Rosie the Riveter National Monument in Richmond, CA
Museums | National Monuments | Northern California

Rosie the Riveter National Monument in Richmond, CA

Cable Cars: Riding San Francisco’s Historic Landmark
National Monuments | Northern California

Cable Cars: Riding San Francisco’s Historic Landmark

Cesar E. Chavez National Monument in Keene
National Monuments | Southern California

Cesar E. Chavez National Monument in Keene

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