With its 3,000 lakes and 8,000 peaks, California is a paradise for idyllic mountain dips. Here are ten lakes where you can take a dip (or not) once in your life in the Golden State.

Tucked away in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains lies Paradise, a Northern California gem where your retirement dollars can stretch further than you might imagine.

The rare Camatta Canyon amole was thought to have a global population of around 10,000 until a recent discovery.

Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park is the state’s best-kept secret. You can only reach this place by boat or canoe. That simple fact keeps the crowds away completely. The park sits on Big Lake in the ...

While California is known for its vineyards, get off the beaten path with a visit to this stunning winery run by a ...

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