Hi, I’m April🌿
I created California Within as a space to share the quiet side of California—the hidden places where peace, reflection, and beauty meet.
I was raised on a farm in Kansas since I was 2 year old. I’ve always been drawn to California ever since visiting my grandparents in Napa when I was 9 years. Those were some of my fondest childhood memories!
Through this blog, I share peaceful destinations across California designed to inspire self-discovery, mindfulness, and personal growth. For me, travel is more than checking off destinations. It’s about slowing down, listening to the whisper of the ocean, the stillness of the desert, or the hush of the redwoods—and letting those moments guide me inward. My hope is that these places help you pause, recharge, and reconnect with yourself, just as they’ve done for me.
A little about me…
I lived many places in the U.S., from Chicago to Phoenix. But to me, nothing is like California. I can’t imagine living anywhere else now. It’s where my heart is, I feel like it’s part of me. When I’m not exploring trails or writing with a view, you’ll probably find me sitting on my sunny deck or creating smooth jazz for my music channel.
✨ Welcome to California Within—I’m so glad you’re here.
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