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Petrified Forest - Step back in Time, over 3 million years, and follow the trail of majestic petrified redwood giants arrayed before you in a fascinating grove in beautiful California wine country. Take a guided walking tour of the Petrified Forest's spectacular upper meadow with Naturalist David Storck. During the 1/2 mile round trip tour, David will explain the volcanic activity and petrification of the forest. Guests will see a 100 foot-high Ash Fall which contains deposits of volcanic material, such as tuff, pumice, iron, petrified wood chunks and obsidian. Guests will also see rare native wildflowers, live oaks, madrone and manzanita trees, and a scenic overview of Mt. St. Helena.

Old Faithful Geyser of California Come visit the show of California's Old Faithful Geyser, a spectacular, nature- directed performance. The stage, walled by thick bamboo and plumed pampas grass, appears as an innocent pool of shallow water until time for the major attraction. Uprising steam and bubbling hot water announce the geyser. Then, while Mount Saint Helena and the craggy Palisades mountains stand silent as backdrops, Old Faithful Geyser of California throws a tower of thousands of gallons of water skyward.

Bale Grist Mill Built in 1846 by Dr. Edward Turner Bale. Still functional for grinding grain into flour, the mill is now operated by the Park Service. The 37-foot overshot waterwheel, orginally fed by a redwood log flume, drives mill stones imported from France. About ten minutes south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128.

Bothe-Napa Valley State Park Forested 1800 acres with elevations ranging from 400 to 2000 feet. Pine and redwood groves for hiking, picnics and swimming. Campsites with restrooms and hot showers. 3 miles south of Calistoga on Highway 29/128. 800-444-7275/707-942-4575.

Calistoga Depot Built in 1868, the second oldest depot in California. Listed under the National Register for historic buildings. Now includes six restored railcars housing historical exhibits and retail shops. In town at 1458 Lincoln Avenue.

Gourmet Retreats Cooking classes and tours are offered at CasaLana in Napa Valley, in the B&B's professionally equipped kitchen. In addition to scheduled classes, private, personalized courses are availabe for groups. Whichever type you choose, you're sure to enjoy the class and the food you prepare.

Sam Brannon Cottage The only cottage still on its orginal site, at 106 Wapoo Avenue. Architecture differs from other two cottages in Calistoga (at Sharpsteen Museum and on Cedar Street) with wrap-around porch. Huge palm in front was planted when the house was first built.

Sharpsteen Museum and Sam Brannon Cottage Named for benefactor Ben Sharpsteen, animator, producer and director for Walt Disney Studios for many years. Museum houses many exhibits on the history of Calistoga. Sam Brannan Cottage attached built in 1860. Moved to this site in 1977 and decorated with period furnishings. Open daily. 1311 Washington Street off Lincoln Avenue. 707-942-5911.

White Sulphur Springs Resort Established in 1852, the oldest resort in California. Features a museum of eclectic memorabilia. Hiking on 330 forested acres, picnic area and soaking pools. About15 minutes south of Calistoga, off Highway 29/128 at St. Helena. 707-963-8588.

Robert Louis Stevenson State Park Inspiration for Stevenson's "The Silverado Squatters," the story of his stay in Calistoga in 1880. Trail to the top of Mount St. Helena provides unsurpassed views of the Napa Valley. No facilities. Eight miles north off Highway 29 to Lake County. 707-942-4575.