California Travel Guides
California packs beaches, cities, deserts and national parks into one state. Our California guides cover road trips, coastal routes and the best places to visit for first-timers.
How to plan a California trip
California is big, so choose one region per week. Many first-time visitors drive the coast between San Francisco and Los Angeles, then add a national park such as Yosemite or Joshua Tree. A rental car is the easiest way to get around outside the big cities.
Find more ideas in our North America travel guides and US national parks section.
