Gold Country & Sierra Nevada
Discover the rugged beauty of California's High Sierra. Hike Mt. Whitney and explore Grass Valley, Sonora, Lake Oroville, Gold Canyon, and the Sierra Nevada mountain towns where 49ers once sought their fortune.

Experience a Golden Fall in Gold Country
Where to find liquid gold (wine), golden tickets, and the real deal in California’s Gold Country.

8 Haunted Spots in California's Gold Country
Head up the ‘Golden Chain,’ Highway 49, in search of haunted history.

Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Visit Yosemite National Park
Flowers, falls, snowflakes, and wildlife—May brings the best of summer and winter to the park.

Highway 395: Your Route to the Sierra's Secret Wonders
Escape the crowds and discover the eastern side of the mountains.

5 Gold Country Towns Worth a Visit
These historic towns along Highway 49 offer great food, hospitality, architecture, and scenery.

Nevada City, California Gold Country Getaway
Gold isn't the only treasure you'll find in historic Nevada City, California.

Sierra Nevada Day Trips
On your way to the snow, detour for wine, gold, and giant sequoias.

A Weekend in Angels Camp, California
A small town in the Sierra foothills features Gold Rush era artifacts, and a frog-jumping contest.

Top Things to do in Yosemite National Park
Want to cover a lot of ground on a quick trip to one of the West's best national parks? Here's how.

Road Trip Daydreams: Our Favorite California Drives
When it's safe to travel for leisure, the Via team plans to hit these spots in California.

What to Expect With Yosemite’s Phased Reopening
Yosemite is reopening. Here's what you need to know.

Spring Weekend in Sutter Creek, California
Want a quick getaway for spring break? Try Sutter Creek along Gold Country's Highway 49.

Sierra's Majestic Mountain Loop
Central California Sierra's magic mountain loop: Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite National Parks.

Fall Weekend in Gold Country: Grass Valley, California
Fall in gold country means harvest celebrations, revisiting mining history, and prime leaf peeping.

Bear Valley, California: A Low-Key Tahoe Alternative
Beat the Tahoe crowds in this Sierra getaway.