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san francisco bay area
Visit Calistoga. 1133 Washington Street. Famous for
hot springs spas, world-class wines, artisan shops, and
award-winning restaurants. A sophisticated, friendly
small town with the most stunning scenery in Napa
Valley. 707/942-6333; VisitCalistoga.com See ad, p. 169
CAPITOLA
New Brighton State Beach. Located just south of
Santa Cruz, this beach features picnic areas, swimming,
fishing, and a nearby forest. The camping area is on a
bluff and overlooks northern Monterey Bay. 831/4646329;
parks.ca.gov
CLOVERDALE
Cloverdale History Center and Museum. Sign up for a
docent-led tour of the 19th-century Gould-Shaw House,
one of town's oldest documented dwellings, as well as a
vintage mud wagon and cannonball safe. 707/894-2067;
cloverdalehistoricalsociety.org
CONCORD
Concord Pavilion. Each Spring through Fall, this
legendary outdoor amphitheater is where music and
comedy fans can see their favorite performers take
center stage. livenation.com/venues/14806/concordpavilion
See ad, p. 163
Markham Nature Park and Arboretum. A wonderfully
untamed garden of delights spread over multiple acres
in the heart of Concord. Enjoy exotic and local plants,
trees, and flowers as you roam the park's many trails.
markhamarboretum.org See ad, p. 163
Mount Diablo. Towering 3,849 ft., Mount Diablo offers
hikers, cyclists and campers spectacular views and
more than 400 native plant and animal species to
explore. parks.ca.gov/?page_id=517 See ad, p. 163
Pixieland. A beloved amusement park for small fry that
features fun, colorful rides like the Red Baron Airplanes,
Dragon Roller Coaster, and the Pixieland Express train.
pixieland.com See ad, p. 163
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor. Northern California's
biggest and most thrilling water park, home to more
than 35 world-class water attractions.
sixflags.com/hurricaneharborconcord See ad, p. 163
Todos Santos Plaza. Enjoy live music, the farmers
market and community events throughout the year. The
historic park at the center is surrounded by a variety of
popular dining spots and tap houses. visitconcordca
.com/outdoors/todos-santos-plaza See ad, p. 163
Visit Concord-Concord's Experiential Visitor Center.
Stop by the Concord Visitor Center at 2151 Salvio
Street, in the heart of historic downtown Concord.
Find information on things to do, places to eat, and
all the community has to offer. visitconcordca.com
See ad, p. 163
DANVILLE
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site. Visit the home
where this first American playwright to win the Nobel
Prize for Literature penned the play Long Day's Journey
Into Night. 925/228-8860 x6422; nps.gov/euon
EMERYVILLE
Rotten City-Emeryville Cultural Arts District. This
arts colony first emerged when guerilla art began to
appear on the shoreline. The former industrial area
is now home to film studios, galleries, and theaters.
916/322-6584; caculturaldistricts.org/emeryville
FAIRFIELD
Jelly Belly Candy Company. 1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield.
Store open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Factory Tours 9:15 a.m.-4
p.m., Café 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit jellybelly.com under Visit
Us, or call 707/399-2286 for current information. See
ad, p. 161
FREMONT
Mission San José. Learn about the history of this
1797 mission at the Mission Museum before taking a
self-guided tour of the cemetery and peaceful church,
home to a rare Spanish pipe organ. 510/657-1797;
missionsanjose.org
GLEN ELLEN
Jack London State Historic Park. A National Historic
Landmark, this park has more than 26 miles of trails
and historic buildings from the time when the famous
writer and adventurer called it his home. 707/938-5216;
jacklondonpark.com
GUERNEVILLE
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve.
Magnificent sequoia trees stand together as a testament
to the wonders of the natural world. The reserve
includes a visitor center, outdoor amphitheater, nature
trails, and picnic facilities. 707/869-2015; parks.ca.gov
Russian River Visitor Center. Find helpful greeters
who can help you explore the majestic redwoods, find
a winery that suits your taste, book spa experiences,
and enjoy river activities. Open daily. 707/869-9000;
russianriver.com
HALF MOON BAY
Gray Whale Cove State Beach. This rugged beach gets
its name from the whales which can often be spotted
close to shore. Access the sheltered cove via a trail
leading down from cliffs. 650/726-8819; parks.ca.gov
Half Moon Bay State Beach. Camp, hike, run,
sunbathe, or swim along four miles of broad, sandy
beach. Camp overnight at one of 52 sites, both for tents
and recreational vehicles. 650/726-8819; parks.ca.gov
HEALDSBURG
Healdsburg Museum. Learn about the history of
Sonoma County through permanent displays and
changing exhibitions. Located in the former Carnegie
Library, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
707/431-3325; healdsburgmuseum.org
Sonoma County Wine Library. With a collection of
5,000 books, this is one of the most comprehensive
collections of wine information in the world. Housed
within the Healdsburg Regional Library. 707/433-3772;
sonomalibrary.org/locations
INVERNESS
Tomales Bay State Park. This park comprises three
distinct areas: Millerton Point, Shell Beach, and Heart's
Desire. Hike a one-mile trail to Jepson Memorial Grove,
one of the finest remaining groves of Bishop pine.
415/669-1140; parks.ca.gov
JENNER
Fort Ross State Historic Park. Venture into the past
at this former settlement from the early 1800s. Stop by
the visitor center and bring lunch to enjoy one of three
picnic areas. 707/847-3437; fortross.org
LIVERMORE
Discovery Center at the Lawrence Livermore
National Laboratory. Experience a broad-based
display of science and technology, as well as highlights
of the laboratory's history. Free admission. 925/4233272;
llnl.gov
LOS ALTOS
Los Altos History Museum. Learn about the area's
transformation from an agricultural paradise to the
high-tech hub of Silicon Valley. Housed in a turn-ofthe-century
Craftsman-style house. Free admission.
650/948-9427; losaltoshistory.org
LOS GATOS
Castle Rock State Park. Located along the crest of the
Santa Cruz Mountains, this park is popular for hiking,
backpacking, horseback riding, and climbing on the
area's caverns and rocks. 408/868-9540; parks.ca.gov
MARTINEZ
John Muir National Historic Site. Begin your
exploration of John Muir's life and legacy at the visitor
center, then hike Mount Wanda and explore the grounds
on your own. 925/228-8860; nps.gov/jomu
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial.
This seaside memorial is dedicated to the deadliest
home-front disaster in WWII. Learn about the explosion
that occurred when two ships loaded with munitions
met a tragic end. 925/228-8860; nps.gov/poch
MILL VALLEY
Mount Tamalpais State Park. Enjoy redwood groves,
oak woodlands, and spectacular views. More than 50
miles of hiking trails within the park connect to a larger,
200-mile-long trail system. 415/388-2070; parks.ca.gov
Muir Woods National Monument. Surround yourself
in a primeval redwood forest. Explore trails, points of
interest, or attend a ranger-led program. Reservations
are required for all vehicles and shuttle riders. 415/5612850;
nps.gov/muwo
MONTARA
Montara State Beach. Explore tidepools, go surf
fishing, and find a sea cave, exposed at low tide.
This mile-long sandy beach is protected by sculpted
sandstone cliffs and features a historic lighthouse.
650/726-8819; parks.ca.gov
MOSS BEACH
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. During low tides, discover
colorful sea creatures that are revealed by the departing
waves on this 3-mile-long reef running from Point
Montara to Pillar Point, one of California's largest
intertidal reefs. 650/728-3584; fitzgeraldreserve.org
MOUNTAIN VIEW
Computer History Museum. In the heart of California's
technology hub, learn about Silicon Valley icons and
the 2,000-year history of computers at the largest
computer history exhibition in the world. 650/810-1010;
computerhistory.org
NASA-Ames Exploration Center. Stop by the visitor
center at Moffett Field for a free self-guided tour and
to learn more about this facility. Find official gear and
collectibles in the gift shop. nasa.gov/ames
NAPA
Napa Art Walk. Biennial rotating art exhibit throughout
downtown Napa. In the squares all around the town,
you'll see large marvels of imagination and craft created
by artists. napaartwalk.org
NOVATO
Olompali State Historic Park. This historic park
was once home to the Miwok Tribe. Enjoy views of the
Petaluma River and San Pablo Bay. For a challenge, hike
the nine-mile loop up Mount Burdell. 707/769-5652;
parks.ca.gov
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