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Other Destinations

Here are some other interesting destinations in the western U.S. for a day or weekend trip.

Grand Canyon - A short ride from the main park entrance.
Flagstaff - Rent a car and drive 1/2 hour to Meteor Crater.
Marble Canyon - Located in the northeast corner of the Grand Canyon, Marble Canyon is a tiny airport adjacent to a gas station, trading post, and motel. The Navajo Bridge is a short walk down the highway. There are no other services for many, many miles. See pictures.
Sedona - This town is located in gorgeous red rock country and provides a variety of activities from jeep tours to horseback rides to hiking. See pictures.
Tucson - A quick drive to Sabino Canyon and the Saguaro National Park.

Borrego Springs - A desert vacation spot with jeep tours, hiking, horseback riding, and golf(!). Near the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
Castle/Atwater - Home of the Castle Air Museum, including an SR-71.
Columbia - The classic place to go on an intro flight, Columbia is nestled at the base of the Sierras and includes a path through the woods into the town, where you can grab a bite to eat or see the Columbia State Historic Park.
Harris Ranch - Probably the most famous $100 steak in California. Excellent (if somewhat pricey) food and a resort hotel if you want to spend the night.
Oceano - A short walk from Pismo Beach. Take a ride in a Hummer over the dunes.
Petaluma - Home of the 29er diner, a great place to stop for breakfast or lunch.
Santa Barbara - Famous beaches and many area activities. Stop at the Elephant Bar & Restaurant on the field for lunch.
Santa Ynez - Just 4 miles from Solvang, a Danish town that makes a great weekend getaway.
South Lake Tahoe - On the southern edge of Lake Tahoe with spectacular views of the lake during approach. Conveniently located near the town of South Lake Tahoe and the Heavenly ski slopes.
Truckee - On the northern edge of Lake Tahoe. A shuttle bus makes regular service to the town, and will also take you directly to the Northstar ski slopes.

Farmington - Home of the most unusual B&B I've ever seen, Kokopelli's Cave. This B&B is actually blasted into the side of a cliff. When you rent the B&B, you get 400 acres all to yourself with spectacular views.

Klamath Falls - The closest airport to Crater Lake that has services. See pictures.