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One of Southern California’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

Learn all about one of the quirkiest towns in California, filled with unique attractions and small-town charm. A hidden gem worth exploring.

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 29
Looking toward a unique art display with a statue of legs sticking out of a barrel at an outdoor art museum in Joshua Tree, California.
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One of Northern California’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Charlie Boyle
on May 7
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com//trip-ideas/texas/quirkiest-town-flying-under-radar-tx
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Southern California

by Megan Todaro
on Apr 28
A peaceful view of Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard, California, showing several white sailboats and yachts docked in the calm blue water.
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Locals Hope This Small Beach Town in Northern California Stays off Tourists’ Radar

by Charlie Boyle
on Mar 14
A dark turquoise ocean meets tall, sandy cliffs with hills of greenery and a long highway beyond.
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Hidden Beach Town in Southern California You Need to Visit

by Katie Lawrence
on Jun 16
Turquoise waves roll toward Harford Pier in Avila Beach, California, with surfers nearby.

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Discover the Americana Town in Northern California So Charming You’ll Want to Keep It a Secret

This small town in Northern California is peak coastal Americana.

by Charlie Boyle
on Nov 4
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This Southern California Coastal Town Feels Like Sayulita, Mexico, and It’s Pure Bliss

Discover this laid-back coastal town with colorful murals, craft breweries, vineyards, and bohemian charm that rivals Sayulita, Mexico.

by Kate Orlando
on Oct 24
Teens skipping in Lompoc, CA
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This Small Town in Northern California Feels Like It’s Straight Out of ‘Twilight’

Are you a "Twilight" fan? This small town in Northern California feels eerily like Forks.

by Charlie Boyle
on Apr 3
A paved path curves through a forest of thick redwood trees.
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The Southern California Mountain Village Almost Nobody Talks About

If you're craving solitude in Southern California, this is your secret escape.

by Kate Orlando
on Jul 2
Looking toward a forest with light fall foliage sprinkled throughout and tall mountains in the distance.
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Why Felton, California, the Gateway of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Is Worth a Visit in Its Own Right

This small town is so much more than the entrance to a state park.

by Charlie Boyle
on Jun 19
White and wood buildings with bright colors and signs sit on a road with chairs and tables in front of some of the buildings.