September and October are a great time to visit Yosemite National Park, weather is much cooler in the valley and there are fewer crowds throughout the park. Travel tips, including weather, parking and shuttle buses, cell phone coverage, day hikes maps, art in Yosemite.
Read more…Where to go in summer heat – The public library
Summers in the United States are getting hotter.
Sightseeing on family vacations, where to stay cool when it’s too hot to be outdoors, temperatures 100+ degrees?
Go to the public library.
San Francisco: 30 Fun things to do with kids this summer
It’s summer in San Francisco!
Best parks, museums, fun food, hikes, free music and kid’s shows, tips, insider secrets (redwood grove, fairy doors, Chinatown lunch and playgrounds, cheapest bay cruise), and more.
Summer 2026: Tips for Visiting US National Parks
Know before you go to US national parks this summer.
Tips for road conditions, weather, wildlife and fire safety, extreme summer heat, new entrance fees and passes, national parks with no entrance fees, and individual park updates.
July 4 Celebrations Around America
Independence Day this year celebrates 250 years of democracy and creation of a new country – the United States of America.
This summer traveling around the US, enjoy July 4 festivals with live music, community parades and activities, local food, and of course, fireworks.
Free Pass to California State Historic Parks
Sign up for a free pass to 30+ California State Historic Parks, valid until Dec. 31, 2026.
More info and 10 favorite parks to visit.