Whales at Dana Point. Tule elk at Point Reyes National Seashore. Sea otters in Morro Bay. California’s diverse landscapes make it one of the best states for viewing awe-inspiring animals.

I couldn’t help it. In the course of scouting out great adventures for West Coast 101 — our new guide to essential destinations in Baja, California, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia ...

Tell us about your favorite places to visit in California. Email your suggestions to [email protected]. We’ll be sharing more in upcoming editions of the newsletter.

One of my favorite places in the world, Joshua Tree National Park is a must for any visitor. If you’re looking for warm places to visit in California in March , move this to the top of your list.