American River Confluence: Auburn’s Magical Swimming Hole
The American River Confluence is my FAVORITE Northern California swimming hole. On a day summer day, there’s nothing more magical and relaxing than this waterhole outside Auburn in a former…
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Whimsy Soul is a top California travel blog with in-depth guides and road trip ideas for California. From secret waterfalls in Northern California to wine tasting itineraries to the best boutique hotels in Southern California, Whimsy Soul has you covered so you can plan an epic California getaway.
10 Days California Road Trip Itinerary
I moved from Wisconsin to San Francisco about 5 years ago and I’m totally in love with this state. We have deserts, mountains, hot springs, waterfalls, rugged beaches, and white…
How To Spend A Weekend In Half Moon Bay
(Updated October 2020) Half Moon Bay has really grown on me. One of my best friends grew up there, so every few months I find myself in this sleepy foggy city…
Van Life: Our California to Oregon Road Trip Route
By now, you probably know that Robin and I took a 9-day campervan from San Francisco to Oregon road trip and back down again. We’ve always talked about how one day…
Point Arena Lighthouse: Tallest Lighthouse in California You Can Climb!
While on our campervan trip, we swung by the Point Arena Lighthouse for what we thought would be a quick visit, but turned into a long one because this place…
James Turrell Skyspace San Francisco
I’ve been meaning to stop by the James Turrell Skyspace in San Francisco for years. (Honestly, I tried to find it before but couldn’t get there due to a private…
A Guide To The Best Silverado Trail Wineries
One of my favorite parts about living in San Francisco is the proximity to Napa Valley. I’m lucky enough to go wine tasting in this world-famous wine region every couple…
Is The Klamath Tour Thru Tree Worth It?
Is the Klamath tour thru tree worth it? You may have heard about these famous Redwood trees in California that you can drive through. While on our big 9-day campervan…
Inside Solage Calistoga, a Napa Valley Luxury Resort
If you’re looking for luxury in Napa Valley, the Solage Resort in Calistoga is just a mile outside town and literally right on the Silverado Trail. After a day wine…
8 Essential Tips for Hiking the Fern Canyon Trail
I saw photos of the Fern Canyon trail on Instagram. It looked like something you’d find in a real-life Forbidden Forest, something magical and other-worldly. I’ve never seen so many…
What Nobody Tells You About Van Camping (Good + Bad!)
Thinking about joining the van life movement? Read this first. On a whim, my husband and I decided to rent a camper van and take it on a 9-day road…