Day Outings from Los Angeles on a Tank of Gas

Take a boat ride to Santa Catalina Island or watch a shoot-out at Calico, ride a bike through Baja, camp on oceanside bluffs, hike through breathtaking mountains in the San Bernardinos, and enjoy world-renowned museums. These and many more destinations are within a short distance from Los Angeles.

Whether you stay in Los Angeles or dive to San Diego, there is something for every interest and every budget. All the information needed to enjoy your outing is included: addresses and telephone numbers, hours, admission, maps and directions, what to see and what to do. This comprehensive guide includes tantalizing tidbits from the past, pertinent information to enjoy the area all day, and all that you need to know for endless days of exciting destinations.

Matt Gandall lived and traveled throughout Southern California since 1928. He had written for every major newspaper in the San Diego County area, and had articles in many magazines, including Westways, Ford, Times, The Fedco Reporter, and others. In 1996, Matt Gandall passed away the age of 85. He was a remarkable man and we are fortunate to be able to bring you this wonderful collection of places he thought you might find fun and interesting to visit.