These 15 Jaw Dropping Places In Northern California Will Blow You Away

When was the last time you stopped to take in the view? If you live in Northern California, there's ample opportunity to do just that every single day. Whether you find yourself driving around the coastline of Monterey Bay or hiking the mountains of the Sierra Nevada, there are thousands of places that will make your jaw drop. Here are a few of our favorites:

1. Auburn

Auburn is known for its California Gold Rush history, and is registered as a California Historical Landmark.

2. The American River

This waterway weaves throughout the Sacramento area and we think she's gorgeous.

3. Angora Lakes

Only a true Northern Californian knows about this secluded slice of heaven located in the Sierra Nevadas.

4. The Bay Bridge

Our old friend had quite the makeover recently. She's never looked so good.

5. Little Grass Valley: Fowler Lake

This tiny town is 10 miles in circumference with a population of two. Which means there are only two people enjoying this spectacular view.

6. Lake Tahoe

Skiing on pretty much any mountain peak will give you a mind-blowing view.

7. San Francisco

The Golden Gate Bridge looks good from any side.

8. Chico

Bidwell Park makes you want to sing a Rogers and Hammerstein song, am I right?

9. Sequoia National Park

How about a view from the bottom up? Walk among giants here at the Sequoia National Park.

10. Mt. Shasta

A potentially active volcano, this breathtaking view reaches an elevation of 14,179 feet.

11. Mt. Diablo

Known as "Devil Mountain" by early American Indians, this mountain is quite a geographical anomaly as it's tightly situated between earthquake faults.

12. Napa Valley

Known for its exceptional wine-producing conditions, this part of the state is one of the first counties birthed when statehood became a reality in 1850. We think she looks pretty good for her age.

13. Portola Valley

It's actually an incorporated town named after the Spanish explorer who first discovered the San Francisco area.

14. Carmel by the Sea

Or, Carmel for short. This piece of gorgeous real estate may be known for its golf tournament and dog-friendly atmosphere, but we know the ocean views are the real star.

15. Pacific Grove

Known as "Butterfly Town U.S.A." for the annual migration of the Monarch butterflies. The city is endowed with more Victorian houses per capita than anywhere else in America.

Where were you in Northern California the last time your jaw dropped because of the breathtaking view? We'd love to hear!