Harper’s Topiary Garden in San Diego’s Mission Hills area is a labor of love from the couple that lives in the house above the garden. Decades ago, they decided to manicure the lawn like this, and since then, Edna (the wife) has maintained it. It is a popular location to drive by when visiting the […]
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Turtle Racing at Brennans in Marina Del Rey
In Marina Del Rey, about 30 minutes from Los Angeles, there is a bar that has been doing turtle racing for over 40 years. Yep, you are probably just as surprised that exists as I was. It happens every Thursday night after 10 PM. While it is definitely not family-friendly (it’s a bar after 10 […]
Black Star Canyon Falls: One of Southern California’s Best & Most Elusive Waterfall
Located in the hills of Orange County, Black Star Canyon Falls is one of Southern California’s most beautiful waterfalls. The problem with it is that it only flows after a lot of rain since the area that feeds it is relatively small. This makes it an elusive waterfall to see, and one that hasn’t been […]
Indian Wells Brewing Company: Craft Sodas & Beer on Highway 14
Indian Wells Brewing Company on Highway 14 is one of the most fun places I have stumbled on recently. On a road trip up Highway 395, my friend happened to have a beer at Copper Top BBQ made by the brewery; noticing it was on my way home, I decided to give it a try. […]
Bishop / Mammoth Creek Hot Springs List Off Benton Creek Crossing Road
If you are looking for a fun adventure in the area between Bishop and Mammoth, then consider the vast array of hot springs that can be accessed within a short drive from the road. Sure there are more hot springs around the area than just these, but these are some of the most popular and […]