The age-old debate of which coast is the best has been going on longer than most of us can probably remember, so let’s have a look at what unmissable experiences the USA’s West Coast has to offer.
California’s Sonoma Valley is only about an hour’s drive from San Francisco and is famous for its beautiful wineries. Explore the amazing wineries in a vintage volkswagen and taste some of the fantastic local varieties. For more things to do in Sonoma County, visit https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/articles/the-top-10-things-to-see-and-do-in-sonoma-california/
Opal Creek in Oregon is the perfect place for an adventure. Slide down the 20ft high rock formation into natural waters formed by the Santiam river. Hike up three miles for a well- deserved refreshing dip in these amazing waters. Check out what other reasons there are to pay Oregon a visit here: https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/oregon/articles/6-reasons-why-you-need-to-visit-oregon/
You can stay in a cozy pinecone-shaped treehouse in Bonny Doon woods just outside San Francisco in California. Wind down listening to the sounds of the forest all around you. For more inspiration on what to see and do in California head to https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/california/san-francisco/things-to-do/
If you’re a fan of craft beer and beautiful wilderness, this is the perfect way to explore Colorado. The Durango Brew train takes you alongside the Animus river while you indulge in local crafted beer. It only runs once or twice a year, so plan ahead if you don’t want to miss out! More information on things to do in Colorado can be found here https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/colorado/articles/20-must-visit-attractions-in-colorado/
Natural hot springs that fill up bathtubs at Mystic Hot Springs in Monroe, Utah make up one of the most beautiful and surreal natural spas you have probably seen. Head to Utah for more adventures: https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/utah/articles/10-exceptional-reasons-to-visit-utah/
Begging for an escape? Need some ‘me’ time after an exhausting few months? Well, guess what? It’s your lucky day, because you can stay in this beautiful Alaskan cabin for absolutely nothing! The beautiful huts are scattered throughout the Chugach and Talkeetna mountains, all at varying altitudes. Find more information on the huts here: https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/alaska/articles/you-can-now-stay-in-these-beautiful-alaskan-cabins-for-free/
Want the thrill of a lifetime? In Las Vegas you can fly your own fighter jet! If that’s too much of an adrenaline rush, check out what else there is to do in this part of Nevada: https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/nevada/articles/things-to-do-and-see-in-nevada/
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Opal Creek, Oregon
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Durango, Colorado
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Mystic Hot Springs, Utah
https://mystichotsprings.com/
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Alaska
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Las Vegas, Nevada
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