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See. Morro Bay Witches and Warlocks Paddle↗ Join the Halloween-adjacent paddle board event that started here in 2013.

Eat. Dorn's Original Breaker's Cafe Enjoy great views and a popular, reliable dining experience. Hofbrau Restaurant Try delicious French dip sandwiches hand-carved in front of you. Taco de Mexico Grab an amazing carne asada burrito at this local favorite. Lolo's Escape the tourist scene for family-friendly Mexican food and great chips and salsa.

Stay. Blufftop Inn & Suites Stay in one of the newest hotels with upscale, modern finishes and locally-inspired designs. Hotel Avisa Enjoy pillow top beds, balconies, and a free hot breakfast. Pacific Shores Inn Find luxury rooms at affordable rates, some with ocean views.

OutsideOct 13, 2026

Something Wicked this Way Floats. Witch Paddles Are on the Rise Across the Country.

Every October, hundreds of revelers in witch costumes float on lakes and bays, ponds and harbors. Instead of brooms, they opt for paddle boards. From Sleepy Hollow to Seattle, here's our coast-to-coast guide on the best ones.

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AfarAug 10

Pack the Car—California’s Pacific Coast Is Calling

From redwood-lined cliffs in Mendocino to yacht charters in Newport Beach, California’s 820-mile coastline is a road trip unlike any other. Along the California’s coastline, infinite adventures await.

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  • The DutchieRestaurantSeafood spot in Morro Bay.
  • Grassy Bar Oyster CompanyRestaurantSeafood spot in Morro Bay serving oysters.
  • Elsewhere
  • Post Ranch InnHotelBig Sur, United StatesRomantic retreat overlooking the Pacific in Big Sur.
  • Alila Ventana Big SurHotelBig Sur, United StatesRetreat among the redwoods in Big Sur.
  • Ferry BuildingFerry terminalSan Francisco, United StatesMarketplace featuring the city's best local purveyors.
  • Golden Gate BridgeSightSan Francisco, United StatesOne of the Wonders of the Modern World.
  • Timber Cove ResortHotelJenner, United StatesCozy lodge overlooking the Pacific with modern design.
  • Carmel Beach HotelHotelCarmel-by-the-Sea, United StatesNewer sister property to L'Auberge Carmel.
  • Oracle ParkSightSan Francisco, United StatesAttend a Giants game from March to September.
  • WaterbarRestaurantSan Francisco, United StatesOffers Pacific oysters and a massive wine list.
  • Cavallo PointHotelSausalito, United StatesHistoric lodge offering bay views.
  • Nick's CoveHotelTomales Bay, United StatesCozy hotel with kayaks and a restaurant.
  • Point Reyes National SeashoreNature reservePoint Reyes Station, United StatesOffers beachside hikes and seasonal whale watching.
  • Nicholson HouseGuest houseMendocino, United StatesVictorian-era house serving local cuisine and microbrews.
  • Harbor House InnHotelElk, United StatesInn attracting foodies with a celebrated restaurant.
  • Sea Ranch LodgeHotelSea Ranch, United StatesEco-friendly buildings integrated into the coastline.
  • Fort Ross State Historic ParkSightJenner, United StatesHistoric park near Timber Cove Resort.
  • 17-Mile DriveTrailMonterey, United StatesPicturesque drive on the Monterey Peninsula.
  • Casa PalmeroHotelPebble Beach, United StatesHistoric lodging on the Monterey Peninsula.
  • L'Auberge CarmelHotelCarmel-by-the-Sea, United StatesFive-star hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
  • ChamisalRestaurantSan Luis Obispo, United StatesLocated in a tranquil setting just 10 minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo in the beautiful Edna Valley.
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OutsideMar 9

The 7 Most Scenic Running Trails in the U.S.

Whether you’re craving cityscapes or secluded forests, these routes are worth planning a trip around.

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  • The LandingHotelarea’s newest boutique hotel
  • The DutchieRestaurantlongstanding, family-run seafood restaurant
  • Elsewhere
  • Diamond Head CraterSightHonolulu, United Statesloop around the Diamond Head Crater in Oahu
  • Moana Surfrider HotelHotelHonolulu, United Stateshistoric hotel built in 1901
  • Magura BrosRestaurantHonolulu, United Statespoke
  • Sunrise ShackCaféHonolulu, United Statestropical smoothie bowl
  • Da Bald GuyRestaurantNorth Shore, United Stateslunch
  • Kahuka FarmsRestaurantNorth Shore, United Statesfreshest acai
  • Mescal Mountain TrailTrailSedona, United Statestake in expansive views of Sedona’s iconic red rocks
  • Mii AmoHotelSedona, United StatesTake a Journey Within at Mii amo, a Sedona Arizona Spa Resort.
  • Enchantment ResortHotelSedona, United StatesDiscover moments of awe at Enchantment Resort in Sedona, AZ, a secluded vacation spot in Boynton Canyon where you can…
  • Tii GavoRestaurantSedona, United StatesSouthwestern cuisine
  • HummingbirdRestaurantSedona, United Statesfarm-to-table cuisine
  • The EdgeRestaurantSedona, United Statescasual poolside dining
  • Mill Trail to Bingham FallsTrailStowe, United Statesshort out-and-back route is the perfect recovery run
  • Topnotch ResortHotelStowe, United Statesboutique hotel conveniently located near trails
  • FlannelRestaurantStowe, United Statesseasonal bistro
  • The RoostRestaurantStowe, United Stateselevated bar food
  • Outbound StoweHotelStowe, United Stateschic
  • Montaña de Oro Bluff TrailTrailSan Luis Obispo, United Statespicturesque views of the sea and peeks of coves
  • High Street DeliRestaurantLos Osos, United Stateslocal institution that dates back to 1927
  • Hidden KitchenRestaurantCayucos, United Statesfamous blue corn waffles
  • San Luis Creek LodgeMotelSan Luis Obispo, United Statesdelivers fresh-baked pastries and coffee
  • Bradley Lake TrailTrailGrand Teton National Park, United Stateswinds along both bodies of water
  • Hotel JacksonHotelJackson Hole, United Statesgreat lodging options
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