I love visiting unusual places. They are often the places that have earned their spot in California history simply because the owner is trying to do something new. Whether it is a hike, a restaurant, or just a collection of odd things, this list is dedicated specifically to the unique stuff I visit in Southern California […]
Imperial County
Rock Hill Trail: Birdwatching at the Sonny Bono Wildlife Refuge
This two-mile trail in the Sonny Bono Wildlife Refuge, right on the Salton Sea, is one of the best ways to explore the shoreline and see the vast array of birds that make the area their home during migrations. The trail is a nice leisurely walk with a short climb at the end, and I […]
Salton Sea State Recreation Area: Camping, Dead Fish & Amazing Sunsets
Salton Sea is worth a visit, don’t let anyone else tell you different. There is just so much to see on a trip there, from crazy art to banana museums. If you want to learn about the water and its job in shaping the area though you really need to visit the state recreation area. At the […]
Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge Hike: Worlds Largest Wooden Trestle
Only 15 miles from the Mexico border, in the southern section of Anza-Borrego sits one of the largest freestanding wooden trestles in the entire world. This bridge is accessible by a 6-mile round trip hike that should NOT be attempted without a lot of research, a GPS, a four-wheel drive car and mental preparation. I would suggest […]
Desert View Tower, Boulder Park & A UFO Retrieval Service
The Desert View Tower is a truly unique piece of California history. This old stone tower was built when the first east to west road was coming through the area, and it even has original wood in it that is from that very road. Today you can stop and visit the tower and its corresponding […]