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Pelican State Beach: A Serene Northern California Vacation Spot

You can relax and unwind on this quiet, scenic Northern California beach. Enjoy the view from oceanfront lodging, do a bit a surf fishing, or just enjoy some solitude at Pelican State Beach.

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Truck Camping in California

Question: Any great spots along the coast you can pull off the road and sleep in your truck without getting harassed -- south of San Francisco to Monterey?

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San Francisco Weather: The Best Times to Visit San Francisco

San Francisco weather is one of the many reasons for the city’s popularity with tourists. When everyone else is sweltering, San Francisco is playing it cool. Even the winters are mild.

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The Golden Gate Bridge: an unforgettable San Francisco tourist attraction

The best way to experience the Golden Gate Bridge is to walk or bicycle across. Here are some suggestions to make the most of your visit and get some great photos too.

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Dog Friendly Beach Campsites in Northern California

Question: Where are there dog-friendly beach campsites in Northern California? Answer: There are actually quite a few dog-friendly campsites at Northern

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Dog Friendly Beaches and Campgrounds in Northern California

Dog friendly beaches in Northern California are among the most scenic in the state. These listings include Northern California beaches and campgrounds that allow dogs.

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Where is a Beautiful Peaceful Beach to Hide for 3 Days and Detox?

Question: I need to leave Sacramento with my 2 dogs and my out of control addiction to cocaine. I can't stop this runaway train and I need to get far

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Collecting Driftwood on Orange County Beaches

Question: Are there any restrictions to collecting drift wood on Orange County beaches? What are the beaches where you are allowed to collect drift wood

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Driftwood on California Beaches

Question: Where are the best beaches to find driftwood? We live in Redondo Beach but will be going up to San Francisco, San Luis Obispo and Santa Cruz

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Dogs on California Beaches

Question: Are dogs allowed at Salt Point State Park? What about Ft. Ross beach? Answer: Dogs aren't allowed on the beach at either Salt Point or Fort

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Real On the Beach Camping in California

Question: I know there are campgrounds NEAR the beaches of Southern and Central California; some are separated by a fence or other barrier. I've been

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Best California City to Live In

Question: My husband and I are planning to relocate to California in 4 years after our son graduates h.s. We've briefly explored Santa Barbara as an

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Boogie Boarding at Night

Question: I was wondering if beaches close, and if it is safe to swim on a boogie board at the beach at night. Answer: Some California beaches either

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Renting a Half Moon Bay Beach

Question: Is it possible to rent a beach to use as a venue for a company picnic in the Half Moon Bay Area? Answer: I don’t know of any places where

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Best California Beach for Swimming

Question: Which beach in California has the best swimming water and sand? Answer: Southern California has many good beaches for swimming. What you

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Best Picnic Spots Near Sea Ranch

Question: Where is a likely picnicking spot with bathrooms near Sea Ranch that can accommodate 20 persons? Answer: Your best bet is Gualala Regional

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Manchester CA Beach

Question: Tell me about Manchester CA beaches. Answer: Manchester State Park features over 3 miles of sandy windswept beaches, sand dunes and grasslands.

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Swimming at Monterey Beaches

Question: What is the best swimming beach in Monterey CA? Answer: Monterey isn't the best place to go swimming. The water is pretty cold (around

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Beach Fires on Bay Area Beaches

Question: Are there any Bay Area beaches (other than Ocean Beach) that allow beach fires? Answer: There are several Bay Area beaches that allow beach

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California Romantic Beach Getaways: The Best California Beaches for Romance

A romantic beach in California is not hard to find. But why settle for ordinary? Let's milk the romance for all it's worth. Here are some wildly romantic getaways at California beaches.

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Driftwood Strewn Northern California Beaches

Question: I make really awesome driftwood and seashell decorations and I would like to know if you can tell me what beaches along the Northern California

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The Emptiest Southern California Beach

Question: What is the emptiest beach in Southern California? Table Rock? Answer: Table Rock Beach in south Laguna Beach would certainly be among the

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The 10 Best Things to do in California

Question: What are the best 10 things to do in California? Answer: Top 10 lists are always fun, and California is such a large and varied state that

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Horseback Riding on Northern California Beaches

Question: Which Northern California beaches allow horseback riding? Answer: There are quite a few places that allow horseback riding either on the beach

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Kayaking at Caves below Dinosaur Park in Shell Beach

Question: Where is the easiest place to enter the ocean for kayaking at the caves below Dinosaur Park? Answer: Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach (just

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Mendocino California

Mendocino California is a tiny slice of Cape Cod on the West Coast. This charming Victorian style village is a wildly popular tourist destination. And why not? The setting is spectacular.

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Best Central California Beach Camping

Question: I'm headed down the coast from San Francisco to the Santa Barbara area and want to know where the best places are to beach camp. We don't want

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Romantic Northern California Vacation

Question: I want to take a romantic vacation in Northern California, but I'm not sure where to go. I would prefer it be quiet, and it has to be completely

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Northern California Beach Camping and Bonfires

Question: Are there any beaches close to Sacramento where you can camp overnight and have bonfires? Answer: There are two places close to Sacramento

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Orange County California Family Resorts

Question: Going to Disneyland in October. Thinking of an add-on for a few nights at a beach-side resort. Looking for something family oriented, not

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