Nature and Wildlife - Western States (CA, NV, OR, WA)

Nature and Wildlife in Seattle, Tacoma, Olympic Peninsula, Mt. Rainier, Washington and The Cascades Northwest Washington and the Cascades is a region of contrasts. On the west there's the Pacific Ocean, while the Cascade Mountains are inland, meaning there are two different ecosystems that lend themselves to the contrasting the flora and fauna of the region. Nature and Wildlife in Portland, Mt. Hood, the Oregon Cascades and Willamette Valley Don't miss these nature and wildlife activities in the Oregon Cascades and Willamette Valley region - Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Mt. Hood National Forest, Newberry Volcanic National Monument and Silver Falls State Park. Nature and Wildlife in Oregon Coast from Astoria to Coos Bay to Gold Beach Top nature and wildlife activities in the Oregon Coast are Boardman State Park, Cape Meares State Park and Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge and Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Nature and Wildlife in Crater Lake, Mt. Shasta, Southern Cascades of California and Oregon Favorite nature and wildlife activities in the Southern Cascades are Crater Lake National Park, Lake Shasta, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Lava Beds National Monument and Oregon Caves National Monument. Nature and Wildlife in the Northern California Coast from Bodega Bay to Mendocino to Eureka Top nature and wildlife activities in the Northern California Coast region are Avenue of the Giants, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Mendocino Headlands State Park, Patrick's Point State Park and Redwood State Park. Nature and Wildlife in San Francisco Bay Area, Carmel, Napa Valley, Central California Coast The flora of the central California coast is home to a diverse ecosystem that ranges from wet to dry. Along the coast, from Big Sur north, the majestic California redwoods grow naturally and in relative abundance. Nature and Wildlife in San Diego, Venice, Laguna Beach, Los Angeles, Malibu, Santa Barbara, Southern California Southern California is a large region and, as such, is home to a wide array of flora and fauna. The coastal area around Santa Barbara is home to many pine trees and cypress trees. Nature and Wildlife in Lake Tahoe, Reno, Yosemite, Sequoia, in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains Top nature and wildlife activities in the Sierra Nevada region are Devils Postpile National Monument, Kings Canyon National Park, Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve, Mount Whitney, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and Yosemite National Park. Nature and Wildlife in Palm Springs, Death Valley and the California Desert Expect the unexpected - you may think that the landscapes of the California Desert harbor little wildlife, but, upon further review, you'll find that a wonderland of plant and animal life will spread out before your eyes. Nature and Wildlife in Las Vegas, Lake Mead and the Nevada desert Across the lobby from the front desk of the Bellagio Hotel, there is an opening through which a glass ceiling rises up 50 feet. Here, visitors will find one of the most spectacular conservatories found anywhere in the world. Major Tourist Attractions in the Region Sequoia National Park - Three Rivers, California Yosemite National Park - California Olympic National Forest - Washington Olympic National Park - Port Angeles, Washington State Kings Canyon National Park - Three Rivers, California Crater Lake National Park - Oregon Joshua Tree National Park - California Valley of Fire State Park - Overton, Nevada Death Valley National Park - CA Hearst Castle - San Simeon, California Mt. Whitney - Lone Pine, California Deception Pass State Park - Washington Mount Rainier National Park - Washington Red Rock Canyon - Las Vegas, Nevada Mt. Diablo State Park - Concord (Walnut Creek), California Angeles National Forest - Los Angeles, California Cleveland National Forest - California North Cascades National Park - Washington Mt. Hood National Forest - Oregon Big Basin Redwoods State Park - California Lake Shasta - Redding, California Avenue of the Giants - California Inyo National Forest - California Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - Oregon Multnomah Falls Hiking Trail - Portland (Columbia River), OR Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest - Oregon Montana de Oro State Park - Los Osos, California Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve - California Point Reyes National Seashore - California Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest - Washington White River Campground - Mt. Rainier NP, Washington Silver Falls State Park - Oregon