We love San Diego. But let’s not forget our nearby neighbors when you need to get out of town for a minute. To the east is beautiful Anza Borrego Desert State Park, one of the biggest state parks in the country with abundant wildlife, amazing camping, a bohemian little art town, and wildflower blooms. To the south is the Baja Peninsula - with endless stretch of coast for surfing, diving, fishing, or boating, as well as the lively and always fun Tijuana. South of there is Ensenada and Valle Guadalupe - a lovely wine region with Michelin star restaurants hiding in the hills. Heading north you enter Orange County and head toward LA, but there are plenty of interesting stops along the way. And west, well, that's the ocean.
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24 Hour Itinerary: A Romantic Getaway In Valle De Guadalupe

Domelands Trail (Near) Anza Borrego

Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge In Anza Borrego

Anza Borrego Sculpture Garden

Garage 79

The California Wolf Center In Julian
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The Best Hikes In San Diego
Nature knows no bounds in San Diego, making it a hikers paradise all year round.

Brewed Awakening
A cafe in the Eastern Sierras that fuels the community and adventurers.

Anza Borrego Wildflowers
Come to the desert after the rains and see the colors

The Best Things To Do In San Diego This Winter
San Diego does have a winter, you just have to know where to look

The Best Things To Do In San Diego This Summer
Beaches, bars, walks, pools, and more - the best San Diego summer ideas

The Best Things To Do in San Diego With Kids
The best things to do in this kid friendly city

Museum Month in San Diego
Half off dozens of museums and other institutions through San Diego County and TJ

TapRoom Beer Co
One of the original taprooms in San Diego.

The Grand Idyllwild Lodge
Boutique mountain lodging in Idyllwild, CA.

Speakeasy Bookmarket
A cozy Co-Op bookstore with new, used, and rare titles.

What To Do In Anza Borrego Desert State Park
One of the largest state parks in the country sits just east of San Diego

Mount Laguna Recreation Area
Camping hiking and snow just east of San Diego

The Outpost By Valley Farm
THE place for BBQ and beers after a beautiful hike.

The Best Places To Watch Sunset In San Diego
A San Diego sunset is a thing to behold

The Best San Diego Outdoor Activities
A starter guide to exploring San Diego's natural abundance

The California Wolf Center In Julian
Support our resident wolves on a unique tour.

Cinnamon Roll Bakery And Cafe In Mariposa
Cinnamon rolls, adventures, and more cinnamon rolls.

Garage 79
Drink cold crispy beers after a hot hike at Garage 79.

Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge In Anza Borrego
The largest wooden trestle bridge in the world sits in the middle of nowhere in…

Blair Valley And The Pictographs Trail
The desert offers a surprising abundance of life, you just have to know where to…

Borrego Palm Canyon In Anza Borrego
A desert oasis just over the mountains from San Diego

Anza Borrego Sculpture Garden
Massive steel sculptures dress the arid desert floor

Domelands Trail (Near) Anza Borrego
Walk the shores of an ancient inland sea

Tree Treks With Tree San Diego
Learn about the most overlooked part of our biodiverse city

24 Hour Itinerary: A Romantic Getaway In Valle De Guadalupe
A wonderland of romance, wine, and food.

Weekend Itinerary: When You Need To Find Cheap Things To Do in San Diego
Don't break the bank - cheap and fun things to do in San Diego

Weekend Itinerary: Getting Outdoors In San Diego
A weekend packed with the best outdoor activities in San Diego
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