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Get Away Without Going Far Away Even though your South African safari may have gotten postponed this year (along with every other overseas adventure), you’re in luck: Our region is full of scenic, adventure-filled locales that are waiting to be discovered. At each of the destinations below, masks are required in all indoor spaces and when you’re unable to socially distance outside. Ready to (finally!) travel? Grab your quarantine crew and check out the places below. FIND SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN SLO
San Luis Obispo (SLO) is a great weekend destination from Sacramento, at around four hours away by car. Because of the variety of small towns in the area, there's something for everyone, even if you like different activities. Wildlife Stables Inn and outdoor enthusiasts will love kayaking through Dinosaur Caves near Shell Beach or spotting massive elephant seals in San Simeon, while wine aficionados will enjoy a gentle winery cycling tour through the Edna Valley or picnic at one of Paso Roble’s picturesque vineyards. Prefer quirky attractions? Take photos in “Bubblegum Alley” or Picnic in Paso Robles Wine Country do a self-guided drive down historic California Stables Inn State Route 1. Visit highway1discoveryroute. com to explore a map of the best roadside stops. WHERE TO STAY: Book a room at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa (sycamoresprings.com) for private hot springs tucked onto a wooded hillside,
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meditative gardens, and more. If you’re traveling with the kids, book the Bunk House at the newly renovated Stables Inn (stablesinnpaso.com), which sleeps six comfortably and includes access to outdoor fire pits, plus a communal table, locally roasted coffee, and Western chic décor. DON'T MISS: If cycling isn't your thing, book the zipline tour with Margarita Adventures (margarita-adventures.com)—it soars over Dinosaur Caves pinot noir vines and pairs well with a reserve tasting at nearby Ancient Peaks Winery (ancientpeaks.com). Be sure to make reservations for both, since capacity is limited. HEALTH: Visit slocal.com for info on current health, opening, and mask requirements throughout the region.
HEAD TO THE NEVADA SIDE Lake Tahoe is split between California and Nevada, and the Nevada side is arguably the prettier of the two. That's because much of the shore is protected land with a plethora of public beaches, parks, and hiking trails hugging the shore. For a beautiful outdoor adventure, walk or bike the new Tahoe East Shore Trail, which runs past some of the best views in Tahoe. And whether you stay on the north shore (in Incline Village) or the south shore (in Stateline), there are plenty of breweries,
SLO photos courtesy of Visit San Luis Obispo. Lake Tahoe photos courtesy of Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.
BY SUZIE DUNDAS
