USA West

Pacific waves crash on golden dreams, June to September shines with Western flair

10 spots9 speciesJul

01 · Overview

The best time to visit the West is between June and August, when sunny days light up Yosemite and San Francisco’s fog lifts. With 20°C to 30°C weather, it’s perfect for surfing LA, hiking Rainier, or exploring Portland. For fewer crowds, try May or September.

02 · Travel essentials

Practical info

LanguageEnglish

CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)

TimezoneUTC-8

Emergency911 (police/ambulance)

DrivingRight-hand

Tap waterSafe to drink

Plug typeType A,Type B

TippingYes

Vaccinations—

GPI2.622

VisaVisa →

03 · Wildlife calendar

Climate

Best timeBased on various factors

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Blue Whale

Dolphin

Great White Shark

Humpback Whale

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Reef Manta Ray

Sea Lion & Fur Seal

Tiger Shark

Grizzly Bear

04 · Wildlife Spots

Wildlife Spots (10)

Blue Whale

California Coast — Monterey & Channel Islands (USA)

Dolphin

Oahu / Big Island (Hawaii, USA)

Great White Shark

Farallon Islands (California)

Humpback Whale

Maui Nui / Auau Channel, Hawaii, USA

Humpback Whale

Monterey Bay, California, USA

Leopard Shark

La Jolla Shores (San Diego, California, USA)

Reef Manta Ray

Kona (Big Island, Hawaii, USA)

Sea Lion & Fur Seal

California Coast — Monterey, La Jolla & Channel Islands (USA)

Tiger Shark

Oahu North Shore (Hawaii, USA)

Grizzly Bear

Yellowstone / Grand Teton (Wyoming, USA)