4.0Fisherman's Wharf(19.5k reviews)from $30.76 - Don't miss it Spent < 1 hour Neighborhoods • Piers & Boardwalks • Scenic Walking Areas
The historic Fisherman’s Wharf is one of San Francisco’s must-visit spots. Even getting there is an experience in itself—you can hop on a classic cable car from downtown. Dine at a scenic waterfront restaurant (try the famous sourdough bread bowl), explore the area’s shops and art galleries, check out the street performances and don’t miss the historic WWII submarine—the USS Pampanito. You can catch all these highlights on a walking, bike or big bus tour. Stay for the magnificent sunset views and if you’re lucky, you might even spot the mischievous sea lions at Pier 39. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.5Lombard Street(18.3k reviews) - Amazing street Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
San Francisco's most famous winding street showcases eight sharp switchbacks and stretches down a steep slope from the Presidio East to The Embarcadero.See more..
4.526-Mile Bike Path(1.479 reviews) - Bicycle Highway Biking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas
Starting at the Santa Monica pier, this is a popular path for biking, jogging and in-line skating along the Pacific Ocean.See more..
5.0Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens(1.347 reviews) - Flowers and more! Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens • Scenic Walking Areas
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens offers everything from colorful displays to thunderous waves. The mild maritime climate makes it a garden for all seasons, attracting gardeners and nature lovers. With manicured formal gardens, a dense coastal pine forest, native flora and habitats, fern-covered canyons, camellias, rhododendrons, magnolias and conifers, heaths, heathers, and flower-filled coastal bluffs overlooking the blue ocean, the garden is a jewel on the Pacific Coast. Your visit is a show of support for our non-profit botanical garden and its mission!See more..
4.5West Cliff Drive(1.338 reviews) - My favorite walk in Santa Cruz Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Scenic Drives • Scenic Walking Areas
This one on the best walks in the Bay Area. The walk has so many wonderful elements. Beautiful views, healthy 5 mile round trip walk, Light house museum, great small beaches, dog beaches, great places to watch surfers up close, interesting architecture, great coffee shop at the church, good local food by the light house, a public restroom, and a great winding walk path. The sunsets are great too!! A must!See more..
4.5Santa Barbara Harbor(787 reviews) - Perfect scenic walk along the harbor Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks • Scenic Walking Areas
The Santa Barbara Waterfront is a gem within the City of Santa Barbara. Visitors can stroll from beach to beach by foot or bike, park in convenient waterfront parking lots, and experience Santa Barbara Harbor & Stearns Wharf. From boating excursions to standup paddle boarding, day fishing to excellent museums, fabulous restaurants to sweets, you can find everything you need to spend the day at the our waterfront. Managed by the City's Waterfront Department, our mission is to provide the community with a quality Waterfront for recreation and commercial use, along with mooring and landside services for boating. Approximately 252 acres of tidelands and submerged lands is managed by the Department. The area encompasses the Harbor and Stearns Wharf and the beaches within the city limits. These lands belong to the State and are held in trust by the City in order to provide preventative maintenance, capital improvements, parking services, staffing, public safety, slip and visitor boat services, special events, public education and more. For those visiting by cruise ship, Santa Barbara is a wonderful day trip destination. Cruise Ship Ambassadors welcome passengers and provide a wide variety of free information on all there is to do and see during your visit. There is also public transportation via MTD Downtown and Waterfront Shuttles along with access to taxis. Check out Visit Santa Barbara or Downtown Santa Barbara's websites for information to help you plan the best experience while visiting Santa Barbara.See more..
4.5Ocean Avenue(246 reviews) - Isabelle (France) Scenic Walking Areas
We walked in Ocean avenue in the very fine andl artistic village Carmel-by-the-Sea. We saw many colourful shops and fine art galleries. A good address for gifts. In Carmel by the sea, the atmosphere is very peaceful, with beautiful houses, flowers, birds and gardens. A small paradise on the Californian coast!See more..
4.5Lone Cypress(176 reviews) - One of the most photographed trees in North America Friday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
The Lone Cypress is 12th point to see while moving on 17-miles Drives. For more than 250 years, the World famous Lone Cypress withstands the weather and human intrusion atop a granite rocky headland overlooking Carmel Bay in the Pacific Ocean. Known as Midway Point on the original 17-miles Drive, the tree is a big Western icon and is one of the most photographed trees in North America. Also, this iconic tree is used as the logo for Pebble Beach Resorts since its start in 1919. The location is a famous Sun-set point for hundreds of visitors waiting in the evening. One can step down some wooden stairs to have better look of the tree. Interesting information about this Monterey cypress is that it grows naturally only in Pebble Beach and one or two other areas in the World.See more..
4.5Belmont Shore(133 reviews) - SHORE wouldn’t miss visiting! Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Belmont Shore is a great place to visit. It has something for everyone. You can spend a whole day visiting shops , eating and drinking. A definite stop when visiting the Los Angeles area.See more..
This big expansive beach is gorgeous! The bright white sand and incredible blue hues of the Pacific ocean will almost make you think you're in Hawaii or the Caribbean... ...but in early May the water is still too freezing to actually swim in. Everyone is still wearing hoodies and jackets, and maybe dipping their feet in the water, not even knee deep causes just too darn cold!See more..
4.5Downtown Coronado(47 reviews) - Wishing this was "my" downtown! Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Scenic Walking Areas
From the Hotel Del, down Orange Avenue (until hitting the large green expanse of park) is the heart of Coronado's Downtown stretch. The architecture is an eclectic mix of Art Deco and quirky store fronts as well as little holes in the wall (like High Tide Bottle shop that makes he BEST pizza in all of Coronado!) are a visual treat. Think ice cream for the eye balls, that is how fun it is! In the general area can be found Baum's historic home where some of the Oz books were written (a must-see to walk by as these people living here have a sense of humor) and there is also a round-about monument to military sacrifices, lovely old homes, and all the vitality of a lively downtown area.See more..
4.5Benicia Public Pier & Beach(43 reviews) - Terrific Space Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Piers & Boardwalks • Scenic Walking Areas
9th St Park and Beach is a terrific palace for a multitude of things to do. Kite surfing, boating with boat launch, hang gliders practice area, playground, dog walking, cookouts, volleyball, a game of touch, whatever floats the boat. The beach is on shallows, so it’s perfect for the kids. All with a fantastic view of the Carquinez Bridge where the sun goes down.See more..
4.5Shark Fin Cove(41 reviews) - Best stop of our 9 day PCH drive! Spent < 1 hour Beaches • Scenic Walking Areas
Shark Fin Cove is a small and quiet cove, named after the giant rock shaped like a shark's fin, located along the Pacific Coast. Here, you can swim in the waters, laze by the beach, explore the sea caves and old mining tunnel, and even embark on a hike along the trails at the top of the cove—it's great for its sunset views, too. Just make sure to visit during low tide if you want to access the cove. To get there, you'll have to walk along some abandoned railway tracks, and descend a steep trail to reach the beach below. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.5Historic Saratoga Village(39 reviews) - Nice Visit to Historic Saratoga Village Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
We went to Bella Saratoga, a very good Italian restaurant, in the historic Saratoga Village area. This is a wonderful place to then take a walk after dinner. There are various stores, cafes coffee and tea shops, markets, art galleries and more. There are historic signs to read about the history of Saratoga as one walks through town. There is also a very nice World War I memorial to see.See more..
4.5Rodeo Drive Walk of Style(26 reviews) - Amazing Brand Names Road! Friday: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Take your shopping experience to a whole new level. Shop in Hollywood V.I.P style! We will take you to all of the amazing stores on Rodeo V.I.P style. Making reservations in some of the top designer stores we will take you to exclusive V.I.P areas that are by invitation only. Enjoy champagne and caviar in a limousine ride down Rodeo Drive while we make your most luxurious shopping experience a day to remember. *All shopping tours can be altered to your shopping budget.*See more..
4.5Historic Lily pond(24 reviews) - From George Vreeland Hill Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
One of the most famous spots in the world and a photo-op dream. Everyone wants to visit Beverly Hills, and one of the first stops is the Beverly Hills Sign and Lily Pond. The sign and pond date back to the early 1900s, but the pond was dismantled for a mini park many years ago, but was restored for the BH centennial in 2014. A must-see attraction if there ever was one. George Vreeland HillSee more..
Uphill all the way! So worth the view at the end. Be prepared. Plenty of water and snacks are needed. At least it is all downhill on the way back! See more..
3.5River Walk Park(20 reviews) - Nice walk Scenic Walking Areas
Stopped here by accident. Wanted to see the tower bridge. Luckily you can see the tower bridge (yellow) and the I street bridge (brown). Took pictures of both. Also has plaques of interesting information. Nice walkways. Saw a few people on bikes and scooters. Not too crowded. Didn’t walk the entire walk, just did some of it to take pictures of the bridges. See more..
5.0Ocean Trails Reserve(12 reviews) - Trails are a Hidden Gem! Peaceful and well worth the hike Spent 1-2 hours Hiking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas
The Ocean Trails are truly a hidden gem. We hiked on a sunny winter day and it was still quite lovely, as there had been some recent rain. Certainly well worth the effort and time. It really is not that long a walk, compared to the other trails in the Palos Verdes Peninsula. You get some amazing views, and if you are a golfer, you can watch them hit. But also watch out for stray golf balls! The whole area is so peaceful and relaxing - you can hear the waves against the rocks - amazing... Very relaxing and peaceful hike to go with a date or the family. Listening to the ocean waves crashing onto the shore rocks is very tranquil. The scenic views are breathtaking as well.See more..
4.5Heather Farm Dog Park(12 reviews) - Great place for dogs of all sizes Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Scenic Walking Areas I have a Black Lab who used to love to go here. Unfortunately, he is having problems and can't run around a lot. I would recommend this to all dog ownersSee more..
4.5Towsley Canyon Park(11 reviews) - Beautiful Hiking Spot. Popular with the locals. Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Great hiking spot. Beautiful scenery, nice trails. The 5-mile loop is a great workout. Make sure you bring water.See more..
4.5Glorietta Bay Promenade(10 reviews) - A graphic portrayal of Tent City Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
Walking along the Promenade, you will encounter a really interesting set of pictorial panels showing actual photographs of the beginning of Coronado as a beachside resort. Highly recommended viewing.See more..
4.5Beacon's Beach(9 reviews) - Great surfing beach Spent 1-2 hours Lookouts • Scenic Walking Areas
Beacon's beach is a very popular beach for surfing. You park at top and have to walk down a path to the beach below the cliff. It is not difficult but definitely not handicapped friendly.See more..
4.5Moreton Bay Fig tree(9 reviews) - Truly amazing! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
This gorgeous huge old Fig tree is calming to just look at...she's (or he) is like a family with lots and lots of intertwined branches....See more..
5.0Ibex Dunes(8 reviews) - Beautiful Sand Dunes! You'll need 4WD... Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
This is one of the closest dune complexes to LA but hard to get to. It is hidden from sight by a couple of mountain ranges and the normal roads to get there were washed out in 2016/2017. Not sure if they maintain those roads or not as they are gravel. The road that I used to get in was the long way around and took about an hour. Nothing too hairy but you will need a 4WD high clearance vehicle. I had a Jeep Compass. Entrance road is here 35°45'33.7"N 116°19'23.8"W. off of the 127. From there you'll go West with a left turn here 35°45'37.2"N 116°22'11.7"W. This stretch will take about 30 minutes and then you have another left here 35°42'43.3"N 116°23'39.9"W. You should be able to see the dunes now. Drive another 20 minutes to here 35°41'42.0"N 116°23'36.1"W or close. You'll have to hike a mile to the Dunes. You'll get some great shots if you hike to the top of a tall dune! Good luck!See more..
4.0Blackberry Farm(8 reviews) - Lucky to have it nearby Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Walking Areas
This is literally across the street from our neighborhood so we walk there almost everyday. Lots of wild lives: small birds, herons, hawks, deers and sometimes coyotes. Stevens Creek meanders through it. Orange blossoms in the spring could be so intoxicating. There is a kids playground in the park. The swimming pools only open during summer and there is a moderate fee to use. We simply love it and consider ourselves lucky to have it so close by.See more..
2.5Perret Park(8 reviews) - Got to look for it to find it... Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Walking Areas
Actually, a very nice little park, with at least a hundred-yard walk to the water’s edge. People walk their dogs and pick up what they do. We met a 35 year resident of the city of Lake Elsinore and she says that people don’t go in the water, especially late in the summer when the water is at its warmest, for fear of the potential of the 'Brain-Eating' Amoeba, Naegleria Fowleri. After a 9 year old child died, Riverside County health officials issued a warning in 2008 for people to use caution when swimming in the lake. The lake is beautiful, but the warning is enough to keep me out of the water. The lake deserves 5 stars, but the potential of deadly parasites dropped my rating to 3. People were fishing at waters edge.... I don’t know......See more..
4.5Father of the forest(7 reviews) - Father of the Forest - Redwood Nature Trail - Big Basin Redwood State Park Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
We took the very pretty nature trail called Redwood Nature Trail in Big Basin State Park, which is in Boulder Creek. One of the tallest trees on the nature trail is called Father of the Forest.See more..
4.5Fall Creek Unit(6 reviews) - Wonderful place to get back to nature Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas
The Fall Creek unit of Henry Cowell State Park can be a little tricky to find but it's worth it. Much of the park sits in a ravine-type environment so you have valleys of lush ferns, small creeks and waterfalls and, of course, towering redwoods. You can hike for as little or as long as you want. Be sure to visit the lime kilns and, if possible, the old barrel mill site. Once in a while they offer a docent-led hike through the area and that's a treat.See more..
4.5Gunpowder Point(5 reviews) - Unique History On A Beautiful Wildlife Site Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Educational sites • Scenic Walking Areas
Gunpowder Point is the historical site of The Hercules Powder Co. which owned a factory that harvested potash and acetone from kelp during 1913-1919. Those materials were used to make gunpowder and cordite, a smokeless powder used by British in WW1. Hercules was held by the DuPont Family whom emigrated from France in the 1800's with gunpowder technology escaping the French Revolution.See more..
5.0Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline(4 reviews) - Hike Above the Strait Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks • Scenic Walking Areas
The Carquinez Overlook Loop trail is very popular with locals and their dogs. Bluffs along the circular route offers gorgeous views of Carquinez strait, Martinez, Carquinez and Benicia Bridges, passing trains, and historic Port Costa. If you have time to spare, have a drink or a meal in Port Costa before returning to the trailhead. Hiking maps and a restroom are located at the Bull Valley Staging Area off McEwen Rd.See more..
4.5Clayton A. Record Jr., Viewpoint(3 reviews) - What a day with the lakes Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers • Scenic Walking Areas
What a great place for lakes. Wow! There were people fishing. We enjoyed the lakes. There are many of them and I will never forget them. We walked to the top and sat on a chair to enjoy! I loved that place and you also. A must see! The lakes are so beautiful!See more..
4.5Boucher Hill Fire Lookout Tower(3 reviews) - Most Excellent Adventure! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Observation Decks & Towers • Scenic Walking Areas
The panoramic views from the tower located atop Boucher Hill Summit are breathtakingly beautiful - especially on a clear day - and the knowledge the forest fire lookout volunteers have to share is so interesting. Visiting this important lookout tower is a must. It is historic, fully functioning and located in the Palomar Mountain State Park so it is easy to visit both the fire lookout tower and the Palomar Observatory in the same day as they are close in proximity. There is a very nice observation deck at the towner, which is wheelchair accessible. From there, over 4,500 feet below you can see the beautiful Pauma Valley, and off in the distance Santiago Peak, Cuyamca Peak and, (on a good day) the Pacific Ocean. It's not open all the time so check their website prior to traveling.See more..
The smaller kids had fun on the playground. They have two baseball There is also tennis and picnic tables. The best was for hiking to the mountain. A must see! I liked that!See more..
5.0Simpson-Reed Trail(3 reviews) - Beautiful trails Scenic Walking Areas
We took the Simpson reed trail and it ran into the Peterson trail and it was a very nice and easy walk into a well paved jungle type forest. Loved the signs along the trail with interesting facts. After finished we drove a little further up the road and discovered another trail called the leiper trail. Very fun well paved trail with some benches along the way to stop and relax. Someone also had placed some cute green painted rocks with googling eyes up in the fallen tree roots along the path. It was fun when you found one. We counted 4 but may have missed someSee more..
4.0Mist Falls(2 reviews) - Loved it! Scenic Walking Areas
I loved this hike and I can’t believe that until now, it hasn’t been in TA. It’s one of the largest waterfalls in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park! It’s a well-known hike when visiting the northern area of Kings Canyon, specifically the Cedar Grove Lodge area. The trailhead can be accessed close to the Roads End Permit Station. It’s probably the easiest 8 mile hike I’ve ever done because it’s relatively flat during the first 75% of the hike. We enjoyed the raging river alongside most of the trail, mountains in the distance, high cliffs above, beautiful forest, deer on the path as well as a mama bear and cubs climbing trees! The falls alone don’t compare to Yosemite or Nevada Falls in volume but the entire hike is lovely!See more..
We loved this place so interesting, atmosphere was delightful! The staff are welcoming friendly. Nice atmosphere as well. See more..
3.5Dead Cat Alley(2 reviews) - Walk and look outing Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings • Scenic Walking Areas
We found several cats. The alley was a little smelly but we found quite a few. Would be fun to find some more.See more..
4.5Shoup Park(2 reviews) - Nice Park in Los Altos - Shoup Park and Garden House, Los Altos Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Walking Areas
We went to Shoup Park and Garden House. Its a pleasant park in Lo Altos. There is a playground for children. It is adjacent to a redwood grove, which is also nice to see in the area.See more..
Ojai's best kept secret! Reservations required at taftgardens.org/visit! The majestic 12 acres of the Taft Botanical Gardens are home to some of the most mature and rarest species of plants that can be visited in California. Taft Gardens is a world class destination for botanists, plant enthusiasts and nature lovers. With maintained paths, seating areas and plaques, Taft Gardens provides an incredible respite and learning experience.See more..
5.0Solana Beach Coastal Rail Trail(1 review) - Beautiful art arches mark the beginning of the Solana Beach Rail Trail Scenic Walking Areas
Begin this walk at the corner of Hwy 101 and Villa De La Valle (across the highway from Dog Park). It's entry is a beautiful arch dedicated to the long and varied history of Solana Beach. The mosaics set into the two arches are such artful, creative depictions spanning original Indians, traveling through its railroad past, and paying homage to all the things that make Solana Beach such a jewel. The trail ends (or actually continues) at the Harbaugh Seaside Trail which overlooks Cardiff and the beach. But there's more! Begin the walk from one end, cross over and continue the walk back along the art installations along Hwy 101's various eclectic shops. It's like a mini-Laguna Beach art walk. The Rail Trail does border the Coaster's tracks and The Cedros Design District on the other side of the railroad tracks.See more..
4.0Adams Pack Station(1 review) - Historic Station at Good Hiking Spot Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas The pack station is reportedly the last of its kind in the US. Donkeys for rent here take supplies to the cabins located up the canyon from the Chantry Flats area. The station has food, drink, and some basic supplies for cabin-dwellers and hikers. The donkeys are on site, in a pen behind an out building. The pack station is located adjacent to the National Park Service parking lot at Chantry Flats-an Adventure Pass or National Park Pass is required in the Park Service lot, but for a slightly larger fee you can park in the station lot. The hiking is good but the main trail starts down a long, steep road (easy out but a grind back up). This is an interesting spot to see a remnant of history and provides a nice service for cabin dwellers and thirsty hikers.See more..
4.0Mother Miguel Mountain(1 review) - Moderately Difficult Hike Friday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Lookouts • Scenic Walking Areas
Mother Miguel Mountain is a 4.4 mile trail and is rated as moderate. During my hike I came across people mountain biking, running, and several dogs (with their owners of course) were also on the trail. Once you get to the top you will have great views of the Bonita, Sweetwater Reservoir, the San Diego bay, the Eastern mountains, rolling hills, all of Chula Vista, San Diego Downtown, Coronado, and Tijuana on a clear day. Note: you will be exposed to the elements so bring water, there's really no shaded area. At the top you will find a pile of rocks that signifies the Summit. I really enjoyed the hike and if you have never hiked before the distance and elevation make it a great starter for those new hikers and enthusiast.See more..
4.0Dumbarton Pier(1 review) - A hidden gem! Best closeup views of the bay. Points of Interest & Landmarks • Hiking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas
Monastery of St. John(0 review) Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Scenic Walking Areas • Churches & Cathedrals his is a wonderful place of rejuvenation. Come by for a service, or just to meet the Fathers and have coffee or tea in the Trinity Room. They also have a store where you can purchase books, as well as: icons, some of their famous hand-dipped beeswax candles, incense, estate-harvested honey, handmade soap, and more! You can also contact them ahead and stay overnight in one of their guesthouses.See more..
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