CGA

09/01/2026

Our Big Sur camping trip definitely did not go as planned, but it turned into a pretty incredible weekend. 🏕️❤️

Sadly, the Plaskett Creek area in Big Sur, where CGA has been camping for years, was impacted by the current wildfire and our campground had to close. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the fire, and we hope everyone in the area stays safe.

Thanks to some quick thinking and a very flexible group, many of our campers were able to pivot with us to an alternate campground in San Simeon and still make the weekend happen!

We explored Morro Rock, went on some beautiful hikes, saw the elephant seals, and several of our members even witnessed a humpback whale and her baby from the San Simeon Pier. 🐋 We kept our tradition alive with onesie night, enjoyed some fantastic meals, and patched everything together with the food and supplies everyone had brought, even though part of our original group couldn’t make it because of the fire.

A HUGE thank you to Troy Brown and Jeff Lind for helping make the pivot happen, and of course to our amazing Kitchen Captain, Adventure Director and social host extraordinaire, Bob Gillan, for once again helping bring everyone together. ❤️

This weekend was also a very special one for CGA as we celebrated Chris Smith, our founder and former Executive Director, on his final California camping trip before his move to Arizona. After nearly 10 years of CGA adventures, it was a fitting sendoff — not quite the Big Sur weekend we originally planned, but one filled with friendship, laughter, teamwork and a whole lot of CGA spirit.

We think everyone who made the pivot would give this weekend a solid 5 out of 5. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sometimes the unexpected adventures are the ones that remind us what CGA is really all about.

This is CGA. ❤️🏕️🌈

09/01/2026

🏜️ Only 3 Spots Left for Lake Powell! One Is 50% Off! 🚤

We now have more than 40 CGA members joining us for an incredible Lake Powell adventure! We will have three houseboats together on the lake from September 16 through September 20.

Unfortunately, one of our members needs to cancel and is offering his open sleeping spot at 50% off. Contact me directly if you would like more information or email [email protected].

I also found this article about Lake Powell and thought it was really interesting. People often express concern about the lake’s water level, but the reality is that Lake Powell is still approximately 125 miles long, more than 300 feet deep in some areas, and has plenty of water for our group to enjoy an amazing experience together!

Just three spots remain! Come join us!

There are several contenders, but Lake Powell is the best of the best. Here’s why.

08/23/2026

We moved into our new CGA storage unit today! Thanks to Bob and Syd for helping making it happen. And a big thanks for Kevin for the help!!

07/14/2026

We’re excited to share some of our favorite photos from the CGA 4th of July Pool Party in the Hollywood Hills! 🇺🇸🌈☀️

A huge thank-you to Craig and Chase for opening their beautiful home and hosting such an amazing afternoon. We are also incredibly grateful to Bob, Jim, Carlos, Breanne, Alexis, David, our amazing DJ Sea Bass, our wonderful taco lady—YUM!—and everyone else who helped make the day happen.

The food, drinks, music, pool, laughter, and incredible CGA community made this such a fun celebration. You are all amazing! ❤️

07/10/2026

🌊 Lake Powell 🏜️
Houseboat Adventure 🚤🛥️
September 2026 🏳️‍🌈

Tonight is our first pre-departure meeting for this incredible adventure! We’ll be covering theme parties, meal planning, houseboat assignments, transportation, packing tips, and everything you need to know before we set sail on Lake Powell.

With 35+ adventurers already joining us, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable week on the water. We still have room for a few more travelers if you’d like to join the fun.

Learn more at JoinCGA(dot)org

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06/23/2026

A special CGA event is coming. ✨

We are getting ready to reveal our first 2027 Weekend Getaway at the Hollywood Hills Pool Party on July 4, and you will want to be there when the announcement happens.

Expect sunshine, poolside fun, community, a little sparkle, and a big reveal for what is next with CGA. 🌴

We will also have a special raffle at the party, with one lucky person winning a free getaway valued at over $500.

Swipe through the images for more details.

Raffle tickets will be available at the event.
$5 per ticket
5 tickets for $20
All proceeds benefit CGA
Must be present to win

Raffle terms and conditions will be available at the event before purchase.

Come celebrate with us, bring the pool party energy, and be there for the reveal.

Find more details at JoinCGA(dot)org

06/21/2026

CGA went to Catalina Island yesterday, and what an amazing adventure! 🌈⛰️🌊

We had a beautiful hike with the Hiking of Orange County group, and it was such a great reminder of how special it is when community comes together.

A special thank you to Manny Dominguez for leading the hike and helping set up such a fun and memorable day. 💛

06/05/2026

Check out our Hawaii trip video!

Our recent Hawaii Wellness and Adventure Retreat on Maui was a beautiful reminder of why California Gay Adventures exists.

CGA is about more than just travel, hiking, camping, or outdoor adventures. It is about creating spaces where LGBTQ+ people can connect, laugh, explore, build friendships, and share meaningful experiences together.

From yoga and breathwork to snorkeling, beach adventures, Road to Hana moments, shared meals, hot tubs, and a farewell hula from one of our own CGA members, this retreat was filled with connection, adventure, gratitude, and aloha.

A very special thank you to the team and volunteers who helped make this retreat possible. Stevie helped drive vans and led a beautiful wellness experience for the group. Alex helped drive and guided us through an incredible breathwork session. Kevin helped bring the event together through Pride Adventures and supported so much of the behind-the-scenes logistics.

Mahalo to everyone who joined us in Maui and helped make this retreat so memorable.

Watch the video, feel the aloha, and come adventure with us sometime soon.

Join us at JOINCGA(dot)org

05/24/2026

🌈 Aloha from Maui! 🌺

We are having an amazing time on our Memorial Day Weekend Getaway in Maui with California Gay Adventures!

Today was all about the Road to Hana, lush rainforest views, waterfalls, winding coastal roads, and a beautiful stop at Black Sand Beach. It has been the perfect mix of wellness, adventure, friendship, and a little island magic.

More Maui memories coming soon. 🌊🌴✨

05/13/2026

Something unexpected is coming to CGA. 👀🏳️‍🌈

We can’t say what it is yet…

We probably shouldn’t even be posting this…

But something BIG is on the way, and we’ll be sharing more around July as we get closer to our big CGA Pool Party in the Hollywood Hills.

For now, just know this…

You’re going to want to stay tuned.

🌈🐻🤫