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7 Beautiful California Hikes That End in a Tasting Room

The mountains crash right into the sea, rippling hills rise inland toward craggy peaks, rainbows of rocks erupt from the earth—all the traits that make California's Central Coast ideal for growing wine grapes also deliver exceptional outdoor adventures.

For an exclusive and remote experience, book a visit to the Ojai Mountain Estate, where renowned Sonoma County winemaker Erich Bradley travels to craft Rhône wines grown at 2,800 feet.

Valley View Preserve — Ojai

Where to Hike: This easy-to-moderate stroll climbs the hillsides right above the Shangri-La-esque town of Ojai, where citrus groves surround a shocking number of excellent restaurants.

Where to Drink: Located in the heart of town, The Ojai Vineyard pours recent and library bottles of Syrah from Roll Ranch, which rises 1,000 feet above the valley. For an exclusive and remote experience, book a visit to the Ojai Mountain Estate, where renowned Sonoma County winemaker Erich Bradley travels to craft Rhône wines grown at 2,800 feet. The entire Santa Barbara Channel, from Point Mugu near Malibu up toward Point Conception, comes into breathtaking view up here.

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