The West's Best Scenic Vistas
Fall in the West boasts sunshine, golden leaves, and stunning vistas waiting to be revealed. Sunset Travel editors tell you where to go and what to see.
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It's hard to leave Esterlina Vineyards, where the dizzying valley views and leisurely, appointment-only tastings seem designed for relaxation.
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Cottonwoods line the Wenatchee River, which runs through Leavenworth.
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In the fall, aspens outnumber cyclists along the 22-mile Wood River Trails system, which begins just outside of Ketchum and winds along the trout-filled Big Wood River.
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In Southern California, Malibu's Sycamore Cove Beach awaits across the highway from the shady, tree-lined trail.
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The jagged Flatirons rise at Boulder's western edge, offering residents plenty of challenging hiking, climbing, and exploring.
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In most of Lake Tahoe, including Rubicon Bay, you're more likely to see granite boulders, clear water, and blue skies than people.
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Follow the trails up Beaver Creek Mountain.
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If lounging on the beach isn't your speed, rent a bicycle instead!
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Fine white sand, other-worldly sea stacks, and mist give the beach at the end of San Josef Bay Trail a mystical feel.
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One of the prettiest parks and camping areas on all of Vancouver Island, Schoen Lake is surrounded by old-growth forests and meadows.
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See San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate from a new perspective.
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The bluffs at Sea Ranch, which overlook dozens of hidden coves.
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Even though it's fall, you can still get into a summery beach spirit: You'll enjoy a slower pace than in the peak season, allowing you to really appreciate the Southern California coast.
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Cyclists along the Strand, Manhattan Beach's classic oceanfront path
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The Highland Bridge's triple-rib arch rises dramatically 70 feet above the ground. Completed in December 2006, the bridge has made LoHi more accessible from downtown, a boon to the neighborhood's growth.
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The Presidio of San Francisco's newest vista, Immigrant Point Overlook, offers sweeping views from Baker Beach to the Marin Headlands and beyond. Over the next few years, look for five more overlooks — plus a trail system linking them all.
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