Located at the tip of Point Loma in San Diego this 160 acre parks has some of the best views you will find anywhere along the west coast. The statue of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo is just one part of this national park. Visitors can take a guided tour of the Point Loma Light House or hike down to the shore and view tide pools. Admission is only five dollars a bargain price for any San Diego attraction....

Planning a trip to Sea World in San Diego, here's a great way to save money. These discount tickets save you $12.00 on adults. Adults admission is the same as Kid's Price plus 2nd Visit Free. With the price of everything going sky high it's nice to save on something. Take the family to Sea World this summer and get in free for a second day. Adult tickets are usually $66.00 each with this special de...

Point Mugu State Park is north of Malibu and is the largest preserved area in the Santa Monica Mountains. Along the beach are rocky outcrops and tide pools inland there are miles of trails to explore. The Mugu Rock (picture above) is not a natural feature but was formed when Pacific Coast Highway was cut through the mountain. The park is a popular place for viewing birds, marine mammals, and wildfl...

Carpinteria State Beach is called the "the safest beach in the world" by locals and is definitely one of the best beaches along the Southern California coast. Beach camping is a favorite pass time at Carpinteria State Beach. There is even an Amtrak Pacific Surfliner station within walking distance of the campground so it's possible to take the train and go tent camping at this great beach. Carpinte...

Refugio State Beach is one of four places in Santa Barbara where you can camp on the beach. There are 66 camping sites some of which are just a few steps from the Pacific Ocean. A bike trial runs along the coast to El Capitain State Beach or you can just hang out at the beach and enjoy the California sun. If you are planning on camping reserve early or try visiting late summer when the crowds thin...