Ansel Adams Wilderness Mountains from June Lake
Alaskan Dude-Flickr
California’s spectacular wild lands offer year round wilderness outdoor activities across the state - from the forest to the coast to the desert.
From the quiet joy of watching wildlife in the desert to the rush of skiing powder in the forest, you can find an activity anywhere in the state all year round.
California’s Year Round Outdoor Activities
With its vast, diverse geography and often gentle climate, California offers world-class outdoor activities year-round. Choose from:
- Wildlife viewing
- Hiking and backpacking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Climbing
- Camping
- Skiing and snowshoeing
- Rafting
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Sightseeing and photography
See also:
Experience the California Desert
Helpful links
- Visit California Outdoor Recreation:
http://www.visitcalifornia.com/Things-To-Do/Outdoor-Recreation/
- Sierra Nevada GeoTourism Map Guide:
http://www.sierranevadageotourism.org/index.php
- California Deserts:
