Experience
Northern california
Widely considered to be one of the best locations in the entire United States, Santa Rosa enjoys more than 256 days of sunshine per year and mild temperatures.
With the Pacific Ocean to the West, the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the East, and several lakes and rivers nearby, sailing, hiking, waterskiing, snow skiing, surfing, rafting, kayaking and cycling are all easily accessible.
San Francisco is only an hour away and easy to get to by public transportation. Students can go shopping, ride a cable car, visit museums, experience Fisherman’s Wharf and so much more.
Fun weekend excursions include destinations such as Yosemite National Park and Lake Tahoe.
Check out some of our favorite spots in Northern california
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Lake Tahoe
Known for its ski resorts and beaches, Lake Tahoe is a popular destination year round. It’s located in the gorgeous Sierra Nevada mountains and is the largest alpine lake in North America.
Climate
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Moderately Continental
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Summer High: 77° F/ 24° C
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Winter Low: 38.7° F/ 4° C
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Rain: 52.4 in / 133cm per year
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Snow: 17.5ft / 5.3m per year
Distance from SRJC
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Hours: 3hr 38min
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Miles: 199 mi
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Kilometers: 320 km
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San Francisco
San Francisco is one of the top tourist destinations in the United States, and is the cultural center of Northern California. Landmarks include the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, cable cars, and China Town and Mission districts.
Climate
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Mediterranean
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Summer High: 63.8° F/ 17.6° C
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Winter Low: 50.8° F/ 10.4° C
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Rain: 23.64 in / 60 cm per year
Distance from SRJC
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Hours: 1hr 3min
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Miles: 54.7 mi
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Kilometers: 88 km
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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: “Thrill Capital of Northern California”. Love rollercoasters? Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California is for you! This 135 acre amusement park is packed full of attractions from thrill rides to animal experiences.
Climate
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Mediterranean
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Summer High: 75° F/ 23.8° C
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Winter Low: 41° F/ 5° C
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Rain: 21 in / 53.3 cm per year
Distance from SRJC
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Hours: 1hr 19min
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Miles: 44.5 mi
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Kilometers: 71.61 km
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Armstrong Woods
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Preserve is a state park encompassing 805 acres of majestic Coast Redwoods. The park offers miles of hiking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and plenty of picnic spots.
Climate
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Temperate Rainforest
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Summer High: 84° F/ 29° C
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Winter Low: 52° F/ 11° C
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Rain: 55 in / 1.4 m per year
Distance from SRJC
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Hours: 29min
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Miles: 21 mi
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Kilometers: 33.7 km
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Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is located in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. It encompasses 1200 square miles of stunning waterfalls, giant ancient Sequoia trees and granite cliffs.
Climate
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Mediterranean
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Summer High: 90° F/ 32.2° C
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Winter Low: 25° F/ -3.9° C
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Rain: 36 in / 91.4 cm per year
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Snow: 65 in / 1.5 m per year
Distance from SRJC
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Hours: 3hr 54min
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Miles: 213.5 mi
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Kilometers: 382 km
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