Wondering where to go this winter and what are the best winter holiday destinations? The exciting Californian winter destinations provide you with a lot of reasons to explore the state and have fun.
California has something for everyone. This is what makes it the biggest tourist attraction ever! There are plenty of winter destinations for tourists to see, explore, and enjoy.
The diversity, in geography and ethnicity, makes California vacations the most coveted winter vacations. From sandy beaches, to snow capped mountains, dense forests and green pastures, the third largest state in North America has lot more to offer than you can imagine.
Desert Hot Springs
If you are not much of a winter person, then Desert Hot Springs is just the right place for you. Based in southern California, this place is built over hot water aquifers, rich in minerals. Relax at the spas, breathe some clean air and soak up some winter sun at one of the loveliest winter holiday destinations.
Desert Hot Springs also gives you a hypnotic view of the snow capped Mt. San Jacinto. This place is nature's paradise, which offers you plenty of things to do on your much deserved vacation!
Indian Wells
This stunning location has been a favorite for people who love warm winters. This resort is known for its scenic and top-notch facilities for its guests.
The resort offers activities like hiking, biking, tennis, golf, canyon jeep tours, and hot air balloon excursions for its guests. A vacation in the City of Indian Wells will surely be a great getaway from the harsh winters.
Big Bear Lake
Who said there is no snow in California? The Big Bear Lake, located in the San Bernardino County, is one of the best vacation spots in California to experience some southern California winter activities.
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Big Bear Lake's majestic natural beauty offers you low temperatures for skiing, thus, it's also one of the favorite winter wedding destinations. January is the best month of visit the Big Bear Lake.
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Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is famous for its terrific mountains, lakes, waterfalls and trails offer enough opportunities to tourists for hiking, rock climbing, river rafting, kayaking, and biking. The time to visit this place is by the end of winters, as the snow melts.
Disney Land
Disneyland is a popular destination in California. Haunted mansion, Christmas decorations, parades make it a grand place to visit. Indiana Jones, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, Star Tours, Matterhorn Bobsleds are great rides.
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Mendocino
Mendocino in winters can be exhilarating! The clear skies and the blue expanse of the sea is a soothing site to traveler who want to evade the hustle-bustle of everyday life.
Tide pooling or mussel gathering are some of the activities that you can do at the place, with a license. Make your bookings well in advance to make sure you get a place at one of the resorts.
Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is the best place to visit in the winters. This is one of the largest lakes in the America, which doesn't allow it to freeze even in the coldest periods of winters.
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However, there are a few resorts, like, Heavenly Mountain Resort, Alpine Meadows, Sugar Bowl Ski Resort, and Squaw Valley, which offer skiing and skateboarding. Boating and sailing are also some of the activities that you can try at the lake.
These were some of the winter places to visit in California. Hope you have an exciting winter, a Merry Christmas, and a very Happy New Year!