Tag: “Northern California”

53 places found.

  1. Cerro Gordo

    Often times referred to as the Bodie of southern California, Cerro Gordo was an incredibly wealthy mining town that helped fund the creation of the Los Angeles shipping trade. Now it is a bit difficult to get to on a pretty narrow dirt road that almost certainly requires 4 wheel drive to reach.

  2. Preston Castle

    This "castle", located in Ione, CA, was built between 1890 and 1894 specifically to be used as a correctional facility for young boys. It was in use until 1960 when a new facility was built nearby.

  3. Stearns Wharf

  4. Club Quarters in San Francisco

    If you can't afford a cruise, set sail for a weekend at San Francisco's Club Quarters. This Financial District hotel's low ceilings and metal swinging doors give you the illusion of being booked into a ship's interior cabin.

  5. Bay to breakers

    Started as a race through San Francisco in 1912 "Bay to Breakers" has become to more than a sports event. It has grown to a huge party throughout the whole city that no one should miss, when being in the bay area on the third sunday of may.

  6. Bac Ha Market

    Nestled in the northern hills of Vietnam exists one of the best ethnic markets in all of Southeast Asia! On Sundays, the ethnic minorities from the surrounding villages and hills come by foot, by motorscooter, by horse, and by water buffalow for their chance to socialize, eat, drink, smoke, get a haircut, and buy produce and meat for the next week.

  7. Pt. Dume

    Pt. Dume state beach features some of the most beautiful scenery in LA county.

  8. The Old Sugar Mill

    This old sugar beet mill is in the process of being refurbished into a wine tasting area for small, boutique wineries. It currently houses 5 tasting rooms and a small retail shop.

  9. World's Biggest Dinosaur's

    Cabazon, California is home to "The World's Largest Dinosours." They can be found just off of California Highway 10 on the way to Palm Springs. The dinosaurs include a T-Rex ("Mr.

  10. Cabrillo National Park

    Cabrillo National Park offers amazing views of the Pacific Ocean, especially during sunset.