Wishon, California

On August 18th and 19th, 125 Bay Area CEOs, civic leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, athletes, and everyday heroes from all walks of life rappelling from the roof of the Hilton San Francisco Union Square. Guests and rappellers will be hosted in the spectacular Cityscape Bar and Lounge on t...

Honor Your Elders, Both Human and Tree. As a first generation immigrant from the Philippines, I know this proverb well. We were always taught to revere anyone older than us, even those just days to months older, like my kuyas and ates (pronounced coo-yahs and ah-tess) which means older brothers, ...

With summer in full swing and temperatures rising, people are packing up the cars and flocking to the beach. Although Southern California beaches offer sun, surf, and excellent people-watching, Northern California beaches are the hidden gems of the Golden State. These four destinations include pl...

The Visit Native California content series aims to shine a spotlight on the many different ways visitors can learn about, and learn from, the state’s 100+ tribes. From museums to guided tours to attractions at state and national parks, there are countless ways to experience Native American cultur...

This story is presented by Visit Native California. Read more about Visit Native California by visiting VisitCalifornia.com/native. Visit Native California is an initiative centered around shining a light on ways visitors can learn about and from the more than 100 Native American tribes in the G...

You know how views only get better and better the higher you hike? That has never been more true than on the trails in Yosemite National Park. Take Half Dome, for instance (maybe you've heard of it?). You start at the base of the Valley, walking along the Merced River, surrounded by tall trees an...

Every year there is a phenomenon that occurs in Yosemite National Park when the elements work together just right. People come from all around the world to see and photograph the "firefall", but only the lucky ones get to see it. There is a runoff waterfall on the face of El Capitan called Hors...

We try to make the pilgrimage down south to California once a year to drink in the beauty that is Yosemite National Park. It's a must visit! This fall, we got the itch to make the trip again. Our favorite time to head to the park is mid-late Autumn when the leaves have turned and the traffic is l...

Yosemite National Park looms large in the world of exploration and adventure, in no small part due to John Muir's fascination with the place in the late 1800's. The Park draws people from all over the world who come to see its wildness, its waterfalls, its meadows, and to scramble on its rocky tr...

Soooo, Half Dome. You’ve heard of it. You’ve probably seen pictures. If you’re anything like us, you’re more than slightly entranced by it, spending many waking hours daydreaming about being on top of the world’s most iconic giant granite boulder. Something like this:First, some logistics:You are...

It might be the most recognized rock formation on Earth and it's the logo of one of the biggest outdoor brands on earth. Towering nearly 5,000 feet above the Yosemite Valley floor at an altitude of 8,839 feet, Half Dome is in a class of its own when it comes to attracting outdoor enthusiasts and ...

As with any adventure in the backcountry during winter, be sure you have the essential safety knowledge, skills, and gear.   Yosemite National Park is one of those special places where each season seems to be more beautiful than the last, and winter is no exception. If anything, it’s the most sp...

Taft Point Taft Point offers one of the most majestic views of Yosemite Valley. If you can time it right, make it out there in time for a sunrise or sunset. It's only 2.2 miles round trip with minimal elevation gain. The reward is a sheer cliff face with stunning views of El Capitan and Yosemit...

This was my second backpacking trip in Yosemite, with one of my favorite ladies, Meredith, to one of my favorite parks and most breathtaking landscape that one could dream up. We both have busy lives at home, and days are easily filled with errands, work, and just life. These trips are a chance f...

Don't get us a wrong, a day hanging in Yosemite Valley, cruising Tioga Road, or going on any of the amazing day hikes throughout the park is a day well spent. Sometimes, though, putting in the extra effort of getting wilderness permits, loading up a 40lb pack, and hiking into the wilderness pays ...

The sad truth is not all of us can become famous on Instagram and get paid to travel full time. After realizing this lofty, glorified dream was probably not in the cards for me, I turned my energy and attention towards a more reasonable life path. That by no means meant I was willing to give up t...