northern california
Nature Meets Nurture at Slide Ranch on the California Coast
To paraphrase Jacques Cousteau, people protect what they love. That premise undergirds Slide Ranch's mission: "Connecting children and people of…
This Magical Sonoma County Farm Combines Ranching, Recreation, and Restoration
In unincorporated Sonoma County, Salmon Creek Ranch sits perched two miles off California's coast. Scottish Highland cattle graze across John…
This Marin County Farm Offers a Fresh Take on Back-to-Nature Food and Camping
Surrounded by grassy hills and a seasonal marsh, Estero San Antonio Wonderland is 120 acres of agro-ecological farm and idyllic…
Oz Farm: This Commune-Turned-Farm Retreat is NorCal’s Best Kept Secret
Liv Combe shares the history and magic of Oz Farm. San Francisco is an incredible place to live. But one…
The Best Group Campsites in California, From the Redwoods to the Desert
It may come as no surprise—getting outside is one of our favorite ways to spend time with friends and family.…
9 Reasons Why El Dorado County is California’s Top Outdoor Destination
Ask around—iconic Lake Tahoe might get all the glory, but local outdoor enthusiasts know that El Dorado County is the…
Redwood Camping at Salmon Creek Ranch
Lesley and John Brabyn have searched all over the world for the perfect ranch to call home. After years of…
Best Swimming Holes, Rope Swings and Waterfalls in Northern California
The severe drought continues, but have no fear! There are still lots of deep pools to keep yourself cool this…
A Weekend Warrior’s Guide to Big Sur Camping
Big Sur camping options can be few and far between—and the most well-known spots nearly always book up far in…