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Big Sur With a Dog: Photo Spots, Scenic Stops, and What to Know

By Heather Snow · Published February 5, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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Big Sur views from highway 1, Big Sur Road Trip, Big Sur with a dog

Big Sur is one of the most iconic places to visit on California’s central coast, a stretch of Highway 1 known for its dramatic cliffs, winding roads, and sweeping Pacific Ocean views. From rugged beaches to quiet forested moments along the Big Sur River, the scenery shifts constantly and never stops being breathtaking. On a…

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Best Road Trip Stops Between Phoenix and Flagstaff: Sedona, Jerome, Prescott, Arcosanti & More

By Heather Snow · Published January 21, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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Granite at Watson Lake in Prescott, Arizona, things to do between Phoenix and Flagstaff

The drive between Phoenix and Flagstaff along Interstate 17 can be done in less than two hours.  It is a scenic drive on its own, as you can watch the dramatic landscape change from desert to pine trees as you gain in elevation the closer you get to Flagstaff.  If you are looking to explore…

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The Best Walk to Twin Peaks from Noe Valley: Hidden Stairs and City Views

By Heather Snow · Published October 16, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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There’s no better way to understand San Francisco’s layered topography than by walking it. This route begins in Noe Valley, one of the city’s most charming residential neighborhoods, and winds upward through a sequence of hidden stairways and hillside streets to walk to Twin Peaks, one of the best panoramic viewpoints in San Francisco. As…

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