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5 Outdoor Adventures in Northern California
Madera County, CA
Home to the Sierra Nevada mountains, a dramatically rugged coastline, and redwood forests, Northern California offers endless reasons to get outside and explore.
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Hit the Trail Your Way in the Auburn State Recreation Area
Auburn, CA
Located in Gold County, the spectacular canyons and clear waters of the American River draw hikers, equestrians, and cyclists to the more than 100 miles of trails in the Auburn State Recreation Area.
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Go Fishing in the High Sierra Lakes
Mammoth Lakes, California, United States
Mammoth Lakes is perfect for fishing because its wealth of high-alpine lakes, streams, creeks, and reservoirs have abundant quality spots for trout fishing, as well as fantastic scenery while you’re waiting for a bite.
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Witness a Beach Mystery at Schooner Gulch State Beach
Mendocino County, CA
Watch the tide go out at Bowling Ball Beach, revealing almost perfectly spherical stones. This beach has sparked speculation for centuries, yet it’s due to the rare geological phenomena known as “concretions” formed by a natural process of sedimentary rock binding to minerals or stone.
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Go Climb a Mountain
Siskiyou County, CA
A mighty volcano of the Cascades, Mount Shasta dominates the landscape in Siskiyou County, visible for more than 100 miles from parts of Northern California.
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Hike to a Secluded Beach on the North Coast
Klamath, CA
The northern California beaches of Del Norte County and Crescent City are relaxed, quiet, and magical. This tucked-away cove has a magical and moody feel, with dark-gray sand, great piles of driftwood, and very few people. Choose one of three trails to get there—Hidden Beach Trail, Coastal Trail, and Yurok Loop.