The Rough Guide to California

The Rough Guide to California is the definitive guide to one of the most alluring states in the United States. This fully updated edition is full of insider tips on how to unearth the best that the Golden State has to offer, including authentic Mexican food in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego; countless hiking trails and ski areas in the towering Sierra Nevada range; road trips on Historic Route 66 and the stunning Pacific Coast Highway; tastings in the best California wineries; and camping in the pristine state and national parks.

Smartly designed with stunning photography and packed with some of the most easy-to-use maps you'll find in any guidebook, The Rough Guide to California contains fun and adventurous itineraries, savvy lists of hotspots, and heaps of recommendations and detailed practical information to help you take advantage of everything this nearly 900-mile-long state has to offer.

Whatever your budget, The Rough Guide to California will help you explore California's bounty of natural and cultural wonders, find top-notch places to eat and sleep, and make the most of every minute of your vacation.