Secret California: Giant Sequoias, Underground Gardens and a Foodie Paradise in Fresno County

In this episode, we’re going to explore a different side to California. We all know the glittering beaches and iconic coastal cities of the Golden State, but today we’re going to let you in on a little secret called Fresno County.

Located in California’s Central Valley, Fresno County is the base camp for three of America’s most beautiful national parks. 

Just over an hour away are Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park, home to some of the largest trees on Earth. And in just 90 minutes, you’ll be driving into Yosemite Valley and the view that one of America’s most celebrated photographers Ansel Adams called “a glitter of green and golden wonder in a vast edifice of stone and space.”

Plus, with its unique Mediterranean climate, Fresno is one of the top foodie destinations in the country with a bounty of year-round, fresh farm-to-table food. Not to mention one of the most unique attractions on the planet, the Forestiere Underground Gardens.

Easily accessible from most US airport hubs, if you’re planning a multi-state visit, or a long weekend stop-off on your California road trip, we think Fresno County should be on your list. 

Our guests today are:

Shera Franzman, Executive Director of Forestiere Underground Gardens underroundgardens.com
 

Ryan Jacobsen, CEO of the Fresno County Farm Bureau fcfb.org

Vikkie Calderon, from Yosemite Fresno International Airport flyfresno.com

Highlights include:

• Walking in the Land of Giants at Sequoia National Park, home to some of the largest trees on Earth
• Exploring the little-known King’s Canyon National Park, home to an 8,200ft deep gorge, roughly 2,000ft deeper than the Grand Canyon
• Getting seriously hungry listening to the bounty of fresh, farm-to-table food available in Fresno County
• Discovering the fascinating history behind the one-of-a-kind Forestiere Underground Gardens
• Driving into Yosemite Valley, one of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet

FIND OUT MORE

Experience an authentic side to California in Fresno County. To plan your journey head to VisitFresnoCounty.org

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CREDITS

This episode was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Lyn Hughes and Laura Field introduce the show. Aaron Millar is the host and producer; audio editing and sound design by Charles Tyrie.