Touring lady looking for fun and excitement!

The west is AMAZING! I've lived on the east coast all my life and now that I have my degree, I figured I needed to live a little and see what's on the other side of the Mississippi. Houston was meh, Denver was interesting, the mountains and plains of Wyoming were breathtaking, Washington and Oregon are mighty chill, and California... I'm considering finding a nice spot to chill for a few days in Bakersfield or around the area and I'm wondering if it's worth it. Otherwise I think I'll loose myself in Sequoia before heading down to San Diego. Advice, suggestions and friendly hello's are welcomed and warmly returned.