12 ADVENTUROUS Things To Do In Northern California (2025 Guide!)

Looking for the best outdoor adventures in Northern California? From majestic redwoods and pristine lakes to dreamy waterfalls and scenic coastlines, there’s so much to explore, and these 12 must-see trails, parks, and natural wonders are a great place to start. Here are some of the most beautiful places to explore in Northern California! (Locations are in no particular order.)

P.S. When exploring the outdoors, please do your part to keep it beautiful by Leaving No Trace.
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MENTIONED VIDEOS:
8 EPIC Things To Do In Redwood National Park

7 FANTASTIC Things to do in Point Reyes National Seashore

8 Magnificent Waterfalls to Visit in Northern California

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VIDEO CONTENTS:
00:00 Introduction
00:32 Mendocino
01:19 Redwood National Park
02:01 Avenue of the Giants
02:44 Point Reyes National Seashore
03:36 Sierra Buttes
04:02 Mt Tamalpais
04:40 Pacifica
05:07 Mt Shasta
05:47 McCloud Falls
06:18 Burney Falls
07:00 Lake Tahoe
07:46 South Yuba
08:25 Outro