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Explore our favorite weekend escapes in and around Southern California.

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All photos: Sandi Hemmerlein
There are many places in Southern California where you can take a walk on the wild side.
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Beat the crowds by visiting these unexpected landmarks.
San Andreas Fault Tourism
There are more than 700 miles of fault to explore.
All photos by Sandi Hemmerlein
For a little taste of paranormal activity, visit one of these historic L.A. landmarks and be reminded that you are not alone -- even when you're by yourself.
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Cemeteries have found multitude ways to draw more visitors who do not grieve.
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Hiking on the San Luis Obispo county's innumerable miles of trails takes in many of the Central Coast's subtle beauties, from mountaintops to remote beaches.
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The open skies, the fog, the mountains, the wildlife -- everything seems bigger and more intense here, begging for exploration.
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Though there are far too many excellent trails of this kind to mention, here are a handful well worth the time and effort.
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Santa Barbara's stunning coast was made for recreation.
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A nearly century-old ship and former entertainment center off the coast of Santa Cruz attracts marine animals and curious onlookers.
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Of the $20 million allocated to California State Parks and Recreation, $7.6 million will restore park lands in Malibu.
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With over one million visitors a year, the popular destination is getting too crowded for its own good.
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