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Bloom & Wander
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items Springtime travel and adventure on the West Coast! Let's find the best spring destinations, road trips to see wildflowers and hidden gems to visit!
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Wander Wild
Beyond the Map
Breezy Getaways
Light, bright and full of springtime delight! The best spring destinations.
A beautiful city lined with amazing beaches. This city offers plenty to do with an array of bars, restaurants and great nightlife. There is also an amazing zoo and plenty of beaches to visit as well.
Airbnb | San Diego - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
The small city of Avalon that is located on Catalina Island is a ton of fun. It is only about an hour ferry ride away from ports at San Pedro, Newport Beach and Long Beach. This island has a bunch of water sports, outdoor activities, stores and resta...
Airbnb | Santa Catalina Island - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
This is a similar city to San Diego, but is located more North in California. It is another beach town that still gives you a city feel. It is home to UC Santa Barbara, which is known for it’s nightlife that can be found in the many bars and restaura...
Airbnb | Santa Barbara - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
This amazing city in Northern California offers something for everyone. It is a small city, but it’s filled with amazing shopping, food and other attractions, such as Union Square, the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. This is a great West coast Sprin...
Airbnb | San Francisco - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
This is a beautiful city located in Southern California that is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the state. It is a laid-back city. It offers several stores and restaurants, but the majority of people visit for the beaches.
Airbnb | Laguna Beach - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
Palm Springs is located in the desert. It is great for people who love the heat and want a trip to get away and just relax by the pool. There isn’t a lot to do in this city, which makes it perfect for people who just want some down time.
Airbnb | Palm Springs - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - California
Lake Havasu is definitely a party place during Spring break. The lake is filled with college aged people. It is a great destination for people who enjoy water sports and boating. This is the place to be if you can’t get enough of the sun and water.
Airbnb | Lake Havasu City - Vacation Rentals & Places to Stay - Lake Havasu City, AZ
Wander Wild
You belong among the wildflowers! Roadtrips and hikes to see the wildflowers.
For those visiting Mount Rainier with pets, the hike to Sheep Lake and Sourdough Gap is a fantastic Fido-friendly alternative since it’s situated just outside of the park boundary along Chinook Pass. The 6-mile roundtrip out-and-back trail presents b...
Sheep Lake and Sourdough Gap Trail, Washington - 706 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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One of the best opportunities to witness spring blooms in Southern Oregon is a hike to Lower Table Rock, a distinct geological feature that offers commanding views of the Rogue River Valley. Tips: This is one of the most popular hikes in Southern Ore...
Lower Table Rock Trail, Oregon - 1,470 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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This 3,300-acre natural area sits on a volcanic plateau, the remnant of ancient lava flows. While exploring North Table Mountain, enjoy spectacular spring wildflowers along with waterfalls, canyons, lava outcrops, and unique vernal pools. The best wa...
How to Take a Wildflower Hike on North Table Mountain in Oroville
Located outside of Santa Margarita in Central California, the essentially untouched public land is comprised of vibrant wildflower-adorned hillsides in the spring, historic farms and ranches, and the alkaline and often dry, Soda Lake. For an easy hik...
Wallace Creek San Andreas Fault Line Hike, California - 141 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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Unlike other states, all 362 ocean-hugging miles that encompass the Oregon Coast are open to the public, including the Oregon Coast Trail that begins at the California border and ends at the mouth of the Columbia River. Starting in the spring and las...
Oregon Coast Trail: Arch Cape to Devil's Cauldron, Oregon - 187 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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Throughout March and early April, Joshua Tree is a fantastic place to witness the desert in bloom. One of the best spots to experience the wildflowers and colorful cacti is the 3-mile out-and-back hike at Fortynine Palms Oasis. This well-maintained t...
Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail, California - 5,458 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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The best time to enjoy this trail is late August and early September when the wildflowers are peaking, creating a lush rainbow-colored carpet. This 5.6-mile loop trail features the breathtaking Myrtle Creek Falls along with the massive glaciated peak...
Skyline Loop, Washington - 20,899 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
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Located within the Columbia Hills Historical State Park, Dalles Mountain Ranch is a stunning 7-mile loop hike that takes you through hillsides that become engulfed with vibrant balsamroot and lupine throughout April and May. It’s one of the best Wild...
Columbia Hills Historical State Park | Washington State Parks
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Beyond the Map
Seeking the road less traveled! Discover some hidden gems.
The quaint town of Solvang is one of the best hidden gems to visit in Southern California. Perfect during spring weather, this city brings a little slice of Denmark to locals and tourists alike. The windmills, Danish architecture, and cute streets li...
Solvang, California
First, you’ll want to spend at least a day, if not two, visiting the Thousand Springs State Park. This State Park is separated into different (and completely unique) units, each a few miles apart. Plan a road trip into both parts of the Park. Make su...
Twin Falls, Idaho
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Petrified Forest National Park is not a well known national park. It is one of the less visited ones and is considered an undiscovered hidden gem. What makes this park so fascinating is that the petrified logs are scattered throughout. Petrified logs...
Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona
Located in New Mexico’s Tularosa basin is one of the most stunning and underrated natural wonders of the world – the White Sands National Park. The glistering white desert is made out of gypsum sand, that has been there for roughly 12.000 years. Not ...
White Sands National Park, New Mexico
Silver Falls State Park, located in the teeny town of Sublimity, Oregon, is one of the best ways to ring in spring, thanks to its stunning amount of waterfalls and gorgeous primeval forests. While this park is beloved by Oregonians, it is an undiscov...
Silver Falls State Park, Oregon