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California State & National Parks

Lake Tahoe

Beautiful lake. A dozen ski resorts. Active community. Lively nightlife.

Some of our favorite nearby state parks include Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe Nevada, Grover Hot Springs, and Washoe Lake. Go

Mammoth California

High Alpine Lakes and Mountains in the Eastern Sierras.

The east entrance to Yosemite National Park is easily accessible from Mammoth. Make sure you set aside some time to discover the granite rock walls and many waterfalls of this park. Go

Yosemite National Park

Massive granite walls, stunning waterfalls, endless trails.

Yosemite National Park appeals to any nature lover. Kids will enjoy the valley trails and refreshing rivers while hikers can spend days in the backcountry. Go

Dan's been there:

Yosemite is one of my Top 5 favorite National Parks. Breathtaking!
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Top Pick: Yosemite National Park

Vast valleys, granite peaks, and cascading rivers make this California national park unique. It gets busy in the summer, but you can still find great trails and ways to escape the crowds in Yosemite.
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Top Pick: Yosemite National Park

Dan's little secret:

Recreation areas around Lake Tahoe and in surrounding mountains provide one large park-like experience. Visit California national parks like Yosemite and Lassen Volcanic parks for a great tour of the region.
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Top Pick: Lake Tahoe

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