California's wide-open spaces have transported moviegoers to exotic worlds for nearly a century, from the surface of the moon to the peaks of the Himalayas. Hollywood Escapes unveils these exciting settings within a day's drive of Los Angeles, providing dozens of afternoon escapes as well as "vacations on location."

• Tour the SIDEWAYS Wine Country
• Behold the KILL BILL Desert Chapel
• Enter THE DOORS' Mysterious Indian Caves
• Raft the INDIANA JONES "Temple of Doom" River
• Journey to the STAR WARS Sand Dunes
• and so much more!

The first comprehensive guide to Southern California's outdoor filming locations takes you to sixty of the Golden State's most cinematic mountains, lakes, deserts and beaches. Illustrated with scenic photos and movie maps, Hollywood Escapes not only shows you the way to the movies' most memorable destinations but also recommends places to dine and lodge along the way, from hilltop hideaways to oceanfront retreats. Plus, each chapter contains a "DVD Itinerary" to help transform couch potatoes into outdoor adventurers.

Written by two native Southern Californians, Hollywood Escapes features insider information from dozens of filmmakers, stars, location managers and park rangers to help you explore Hollywood's most spectacular scenery.