July 4th in Oregon/California/Nevada?

[jordanmfox]

Hello everybody, ( July 4th, 2008 ) 07/04/08
I was just wondering if anybody had any recommendations on some July 4th celebrations along the west coast. I doing a roadtrip down the coast for 2 weeks this July from Winnipeg to Seattle to LA to Winnipeg with stops along the way. I am probably going to be in Cali, but if there is any July 4th event that you think is exceptionally enjoyable along this route please let me know.
There are going to be 3 mid twenties guys on this trip, who all appreciate cold beer and the outdoors. In Winnipeg, they close down our main street and have concerts, beer gardens, street shows etc. which is kinda my idea of a good time. Camping is favorite pastime as well.

I am coming from Manitoba, Canada, and this is the first time I will be to the coast ever!