Sunset

SUNSET is the definitive guide to living an inspired life in the modern American West—stretching from Alaska to Mexico, and California to Texas. Each issue is filled with epic destinations and adventures, home and gardening tips from celebrated writers, and fresh recipes shared by some of the West’s most creative chefs. From boutique hotels to coastal camping trips, Baja fish tacos to backyard edible gardens, we translate the iconic elements of the West directly to your everyday life.

Permanent Vacation

Sunset

Counter Culture • The West Marin Culture Shop is a delightful celebration of all things cured, fermented, pickled, and preserved.

What’s New in Waikiki • BOOK THESE NEXT-LEVEL EXPERIENCES FOR THE ULTIMATE WARM-WEATHER GETAWAY

DESIGNATED DESIGN • California Closets custom designs room solutions with a focus on personalized panache.

Frame of Mind • Our love for a vintage A-frame runs pure and deep, and this moody modern Crestline gem is the form at its finest.

A LOCAL’S GUIDE TO THE MOST EPIC DAY IN THE GRAND CANYON • Hualapai Ambassador Department Supervisor at Grand Canyon West Loretta Jackson shares her insider tips.

GRAND PLANS • DESIGNER DENISE MORRISON LEVELS UP THE “COASTAL GRANDMA” GAME AT HER IDYLLIC, STONE-FRONT ORANGE COUNTY HOME.

Beyond the Park

YOUR AUTUMN GARDEN CHECKLIST • It’s time to embrace the cooler months and tackle the garden tasks that will set you up for success in the seasons ahead.

Shrub-Appeal • Authors Kevin Philip Williams and Michael Guidi encourage taking native landscapes to the next level with naturalistic plantings inspired by Western shrublands.

Wildly Wonderful Plant Pairings

Growing Bulbs in the Natural Garden • Fall Planting Tips For Your Backyard and Containers.

Level Up Your Larder • As our gardens start slowing down, it’s time to preserve the last of your bounty to use throughout the months ahead. These four colorful kitchen cuties will change the way you preserve harvests and have you enjoying the fruits of your labor in new and exciting ways.

CENTRAL COAST CALIFORNIA • It’s about tie and worth ever second

DRINK the ISSUE • Join the Sunset Wine Club, which features the best bottles in the West, perfectly paired with recipes in the magazine.

Falling for Backyard Yakitori • Binchotan smoke perfumes the air as the team from Tsubaki, one of the West’s best izakayas, cooks a California-inflected Japanese grilled feast fit for fall.

HARVEST AT HOG ISLAND • WE VISIT HOG ISLAND OYSTER CO., WHERE THE BEST OYSTERS IN THE WEST ARE RAISED IN SOME OF THE MOST PRISTINE WATERS IN CALIFORNIA—THEN WE SIT DOWN FOR A SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD FEAST WITH THE HOG ISLAND CREW.

SAVOR SANTA YNEZ VALLEY • With six charming country towns, six distinct vibes, six Michelin-rated restaurants, and so much more, the Santa Ynez Valley is Southern California’s hottest destination for outdoor adventure, rich culture, culinary bliss, and excellent wine.

Travel Awards • Hot hotels, new and classic restaurants, and the top destinations and activities from the desert to the coast—these are the 125 best ways to experience the West now.

WHERE TO Stay

WHERE TO Eat & Drink

WHERE TO Go

WHAT TO Do

HOW TO Get There

Insider • Seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts.

Growing Whole • Hospitality entrepreneur and author of Learning to Love Midlife Chip Conley shares insights from his newly opened location of Modern Elder Academy in Santa Fe.