Directions from Santa Maria, California to Menlo Park, California





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Big Trees Trail

Parks – Canyon, California

This scenic loop walk among the sequoias skirts a pretty meadow, and has trailside exhibits that explain why this area is such a good habitat for sequoias. There are usually abundant wildflowers in Round ... More on Frommers

Portal Park

Parks – Cupertino, California

This is a 3. 8-acre site that includes a small recreation building, a reservable picnic/barbecue area for 60, play ... More on Cupertino. org

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  • This is a 3. 8-acre site that includes a small recreation building, a reservable picnic/barbecue area for 60, play ... More on uptake_content

HammerSky Vineyards

Wineries And Vineyards – Templeton, California

We will return with friends. More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

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  • Hammersky is Divine! Try the Sunny Day Rose for something fun and light or the Meritage for something ... More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

  • West side cab and merlot at this neat little spot in the country. Call ahead and they will show you around and let you sample ... More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

Fair Oaks Elementary Playground

Parks – Redwood City, California

Separate play space for 2-5 year olds (tot lot). More on KaBoom.org

Urban Outfitters

Clothing Shopping – Berkeley, California

I suggest you take BART or bus and then walk. More on insiderpages.com

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  • They have a huge selection of clothing and you can often bfind some great deals . More on insiderpages.com

  • Urban Outfitters has tons of cute clothes for guys and gals. They also sell assessories for the home. The only thing is that they are kind of expensive but if you find something you love it's a gre... More on insiderpages.com

Carol's Stained Glass & Garden Art

Home and Garden Stores – Templeton, California

Carol's Stained Glass is Templeton's best kept secret. More on insiderpages.com

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  • Carol's Stained Glass is Templeton's best kept secret. Carol has MUCH more than stained glass. If you are searching for the perfect gift, you need look no further. She has probably the largest sel... More on insiderpages.com

  • Message from Carol's Stained Glass & Garden Art *Stained Glass and S.G. Pattern Books, Garden Ornaments*All Types of Home & Garden Gifts.*Antiques*Glazed Porcelain Tiles*Cards*Birdbaths*Birdfeed... More on insiderpages.com

Arirang Music Studio

Things To Do – Santa Clara, California

Bring out your inner rock star at this karaoke studio. More on igougo

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  • Bring out your inner rock star at this karaoke studio. Private rooms for rent include sofas, two microphones, and a disco ball that ... More on igougo

Stage Road Shops

Things To Do – Pescadero, California

Beauty Source Unltd

Things To Do – Danville, California

Beauty source has a great selection of products--anything for hair, including the higher end shampoos. You can also ... More on insiderpages.com

Domino's Pizza

Restaurants – Gilroy, California

Henry Schmidt Park

Parks – Santa Clara, California

Brought some take out, grabbed a blanket from the trunk an'd enjoyed lunch in the park. More on KidsPlayParks

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  • It's easy to find parking on the street. More on KidsPlayParks

  • Nice local park with a handful of picnic tables and plenty of big trees (with great shade). Brought some take out, grabbed a blanket from the trunk an d enjoyed lunch in the park. Dispute it being ... More on KidsPlayParks

Jewish Community Center of the East Bay (JCC)

Things To Do – Berkeley, California

The Jewish Community Center of the East Bay presents the finest Jewish and non-Jewish arts and culture, health and spiritual programs in Berkeley Come for family ... More on VisitBerkeley.com

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  • about Jewish Community Center of the East Bay (JCC): The JCC of the East Bay offers a year-round preschool, afterschool, summer and vacation ... More on GoCityKids

Rancho del Oso Nature & History Center

Nature Scenery – Davenport, California

Extensive natural and cultural history exhibits of the Waddell Valley. Guided hikes, tours and ... More on Santacruz.org

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  • The Nature & History Center is dedicated to the appreciation, study & preservation of the natural & cultural ... More on MuseumsUSA.org