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#36 Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park

Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park is a state park in California's Central Valley. The park preserves the town of Allensworth; the only town in California to be founded, financed and governed by African Americans. Allen Allensworth founded the town in 1908. He was a Kentucky-born slave who escaped to become a union soldier during the Civil War. He was also the first African American reach the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. The people of Allensworth came together to create their own American Dream: a place of freedom where they could control their own destiny.

Kyle Hanson 10/13/15 Kyle Hanson 10/13/15

#35 Salvation Mountain

Salvation Mountain is an American Folk Art Work by Leonard Clark Knight deep in the heart of the Colorado Desert. Salvation Mountain is Leonard's Legacy to the World dedicated to his Love of God. Through this monument, he conveys his message of love, compassion and respect for all. The work is made from thousands of gallons of lead-free paint and is endorsed by the Folk Art Society of America. It has also been called a national treasure by the Congressional Record of the United States.

Kyle Hanson 10/12/15 Kyle Hanson 10/12/15

#34 USS Midway Museum

The USS Midway Museum is an important museum at San Diego's Navy Pier and is one of the most visited museums with well over a million visitors annually. USS Midway was the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Commissioned after WWII, it was the largest ship in the world at the time. It sailed between 1945 and 1992 and served about 200 thousand sailors. San Diego is a fitting home since naval aviation was born here. Explore over 60 areas of this massive ship.

Kyle Hanson 10/11/15 Kyle Hanson 10/11/15

#33 La Arcada

In the center of historic Santa Barbara, is the famous La Arcada. With entrances on State Street and Figueroa, La Arcada is charming with its Spanish courtyard, fountains and bronze statues. Beautiful galleries, shops and restaurants fill the tile-lined streets. Myron Hunt designed this timeless SB landmark in 1926.

Kyle Hanson 10/10/15 Kyle Hanson 10/10/15

#32 Point Vicente Lighthouse

Point Vicente Lighthouse is one of the crown jewels of Rancho Palos Verdes. On the National Register of Historic Places, this Lighthouse was built in 1926 to help guide ships as they sail the ever-changing California coast. Standing 130 feet on a cliff above the ocean, it was first operated by the United States Lighthouse Service which merged into the U.S. Coast Guard in 1939. The Lighthouse was manned until 1971 where it continues to function as an electronic aids-to-navigation monitoring system.

Kyle Hanson 10/9/15 Kyle Hanson 10/9/15

#31 Devil's Golf Course

Devil's Golf Course is a large salt pan in Badwater Basin of Death Valley National Park. This salt pan is a modern variation of Lake Manly which existed here thousands of years ago. The dissolved minerals that were left behind when the lake dried have been sculpted into a series of fascinating shapes. In 1934, the National Park Service described this as a place where 'only the devil could play golf'. Use extreme caution while visiting as the formations are piercingly sharp and this is the hottest place on Earth.

Kyle Hanson 10/8/15 Kyle Hanson 10/8/15

#30 Rocky Oats

Rocky Oats is a small, yet secluded preserve in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Coast Live Oak trees over a century old can be seen along the trails. A seasonal pond is enjoyed by many bird species during the spring. Chumash Native Americans lived here for centuries and lived off the land. Easy to miss, this peaceful preserve is waiting for you to explore.

Kyle Hanson 10/7/15 Kyle Hanson 10/7/15

#29 Zumwalt Meadow

Deep in the heart of Kings Canyon National Park is Zumwalt Meadow. The winding trail takes you through tall grass and along the Kings River while the massive granite dome, Grand Sentinel, soars up out of the valley floor. This is the most popular hike in Kings Canyon. The trail is a mile and a half loop and can be done as a leisurely stroll through this alpine paradise. Take beautiful Highway 180, Kings Canyon Scenic Byway (Closed in Winter), to reach the meadows.

Kyle Hanson 10/6/15 Kyle Hanson 10/6/15

#28 Oceanside Harbor

Oceanside Harbor outside of San Diego is known as one of the friendliest harbors in the world. The village along the harbor features shops and restaurants as well a picturesque lighthouse. Oceanside Harbor makes for a peaceful stroll anytime of day but the sunsets are equally spectacular.

Kyle Hanson 10/5/15 Kyle Hanson 10/5/15

#27 O'Neill Regional Park

O'Neill Regional Park is a beautiful 4,500 acre park managed by Orange County Parks. The park is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains in Trabuco and Live Oak Canyons. Coast live oaks line many of the trails allowing you to enter a wooded wonderland. There are also trails of chaparral, sagebrush and cactus. Live Oak Canyon Road is also a lovely drive as you enter the park. This is an OC must for relaxation.