Northern California - My California Travels

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco on a clear day, with the iconic red structure spanning across the blue waters of the bay

How to experience the Golden Gate Bridge (+ best viewpoints!)

Beautiful bright pink flowering plants, cherry blossom trees and an tea house roof seen in the distance

My visit to the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park

Historic grey Dutch windmill with a beautiful flowering garden in front and several people admiring the tulip blooms in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Golden Gate Park: Top 9 things to do (+ tips for visiting)

This image shows Pier 39 in San Francisco, featuring a lively scene with colorful shops and restaurants along the pier. The foreground includes tourists walking and enjoying the attractions, while the background displays the shops

Top 23 Things to Do in San Francisco for First-time Visitors

Big Bus Hop On Hop Off bus loading passengers in San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf stop

Is Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour Worth it in San Francisco?

San Francisco Bay Cruise going near the Golden Gate Bridge

Taking a San Francisco Bay Cruise: Tour options and Tips

Close up of the base of group of three redwood tree trunks

Visiting Muir Woods from San Francisco: Ways to get there and what to do

A suspension bridge with net guards and wooden floors between redwood trees at Trees of Mystery

My visit to Trees of Mystery: A unique redwoods attraction!

Fern Canyon Trail, featuring towering canyon walls covered in lush green ferns, a slowing stream and fallen tree trunks on the trail

14 Best Hikes in Redwood National and State Parks

A peaceful view of Stout Memorial Grove with towering redwood trees, tree trunks lying on the sides of the trail

My visit to Stout Grove in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park