I think seeing the Redwoods and sequoias is about the only reason I’d like to go to CA.
Well, there's Death Valley, Yosemite, the NW Coast, Monterey Bay aquarium, Mt Whitney (the highest place in the lower 48) and for those who like country music..............................................
Bakersfield!
Geno
PS, Forestiere Gardens in Fresno is pretty cool too, if one wants to see what dogged determination and time will build.
https://www.undergroundgardens.com/