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ITINERARY
13h 0m742 miles16 stops
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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
Open in Spring from March 1st through Mothers Day. For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.
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Skydive Perris
Skydive Perris offers the ultimate skydiving adventure, both INDOORS and OUT! Experience tandem skydiving from 12,500 ft with friends, or join our top-tier Perris Skydiving Program (a very enhanced AFF) with an online prep module, extensive wind tunnel practice, and more instructor-supervised jumps than any other. Our on-site vertical wind tunnel welcomes all from ages 3+, providing family fun and serious freefall practice for those who want to hone their skills. Savor American cuisine at the Bombshelter Restaurant & Bar with a view of our landing area, or unwind at our exclusive pool reserved for indoor and outdoor skydiving customers. With state-of-the-art equipment, seasoned instructors, and California's only on-site wind tunnel, we offer unforgettable experiences for first-timers and seasoned skydivers alike. Join us for world-class skydiving on the west coast!
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Los Serranos Country Club
4
Hangar 24 Craft Brewery
5
Laemmle's Claremont 5
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Claremont Heritage The Garner House
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Main Street Murals
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Treasure House Mall
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Barstow Harvey House
10
Fort irwin & NTC museum
11
Terrible's Hotel & Casino
12
The Mob Museum
The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime’s history and impact on American society. The Mob Museum offers a bold and authentic view of organized crime from vintage Las Vegas to the back alleys of American cities and—increasingly—across the borders and networks of the entire world. Explore the real stories and actual events of Mob history through interactive exhibits and one-of-a-kind Mob and law enforcement artifacts found inside our restored 1933 former courthouse and post office building located just minutes from Fremont Street.
13
Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs
Relax in one of the many hot springs along the trail.
14
Rosenbruch World Wildlife Museum
15
Great Salt Lake
This 20,000 square mile lake, the second saltiest in the world, is also a wildlife refuge attracting millions of migratory birds every year to the ten islands within it.
16
Sugar House Park
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
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OVERVIEW
San Diego to Salt Lake City
1
Start:The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
Carlsbad, California·
4.5
(979) review
Open in Spring from March 1st through Mothers Day. For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.
2
Start:Skydive Perris
Perris, California·
5.0
(99) review
Skydive Perris offers the ultimate skydiving adventure, both INDOORS and OUT! Experience tandem skydiving from 12,500 ft with friends, or join our top-tier Perris Skydiving Program (a very enhanced AFF) with an online prep module, extensive wind tunnel practice, and more instructor-supervised jumps than any other. Our on-site vertical wind tunnel welcomes all from ages 3+, providing family fun and serious freefall practice for those who want to hone their skills. Savor American cuisine at the Bombshelter Restaurant & Bar with a view of our landing area, or unwind at our exclusive pool reserved for indoor and outdoor skydiving customers. With state-of-the-art equipment, seasoned instructors, and California's only on-site wind tunnel, we offer unforgettable experiences for first-timers and seasoned skydivers alike. Join us for world-class skydiving on the west coast!
3
Start:Los Serranos Country Club
Chino Hills, California·
4.0
(9) review
15656 Yorba Ave, Chino Hills, CA 91709-3129
4
Start:Hangar 24 Craft Brewery
Redlands, California·
4.5
(97) review
1710 Sessums Dr, Redlands, CA 92374-1909
5
Start:Laemmle's Claremont 5
Claremont, California·
4.5
(94) review
450 W 2nd St, Claremont, CA 91711-4664
6
Start:Claremont Heritage The Garner House
Claremont, California·
5.0
(9) review
840 N Indian Hill Blvd Located in the Historic Garner House in Memorial Park, Claremont, CA 91711-4352
7
Start:Main Street Murals
Barstow, California·
4.0
(8) review
Route 66, Barstow, CA
8
Start:Treasure House Mall
Barstow, California·
4.5
(7) review
236 E Main St # 300, Barstow, CA 92311-2321
9
Start:Barstow Harvey House
Barstow, California·
4.0
(78) review
681 N 1st Ave, Barstow, CA 92311-2201
10
Start:Fort irwin & NTC museum
Fort Irwin, California·
4.0
(6) review
Bldg 222 1st Street, Fort Irwin, CA
11
Start:Terrible's Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada·
3.5
(57) review
1 Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89019-1602
12
Start:The Mob Museum
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(9996) review
The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime’s history and impact on American society. The Mob Museum offers a bold and authentic view of organized crime from vintage Las Vegas to the back alleys of American cities and—increasingly—across the borders and networks of the entire world. Explore the real stories and actual events of Mob history through interactive exhibits and one-of-a-kind Mob and law enforcement artifacts found inside our restored 1933 former courthouse and post office building located just minutes from Fremont Street.
13
Start:Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs
Las Vegas, Nevada·
5.0
(81) review
Relax in one of the many hot springs along the trail.
14
Start:Rosenbruch World Wildlife Museum
St. George, Utah·
4.0
(99) review
1835 S Convention Center Dr, St. George, UT 84790-5842
15
Start:Great Salt Lake
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.0
(987) review
This 20,000 square mile lake, the second saltiest in the world, is also a wildlife refuge attracting millions of migratory birds every year to the ten islands within it.
16
Start:Sugar House Park
Salt Lake City, Utah·
4.5
(99) review
Once the site of Utah Territorial Prison, this park is a lot more pleasant today, with a gently rolling landscape great for running.
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