Yosemite in March is the sweet spot of winter’s first blossoming into spring. It’s a season of some of the most spectacular scenes Yosemite can dream up.

For years, Mexican drug cartels have used the remote forest to conduct and conceal their business. But the pot production has intensified because it has become harder and harder to smuggle marijuana ...

FEBRUARY the first, St Brigid’s day and the rain clouds that had swelled the rivers and drenched the land finally rolled back ...

While Manistee’s giant sequoia is the largest one east of the Rocky Mountains, it’s much smaller than its Californian ...

Fire-resistance, ‘swollen knees’ to fight decay, toxins to wipe out rivals: There are lessons for science in the tools that have allowed the world’s oldest trees to survive.

The math behind the push is eye-catching. In a town of about 34,000 total acres, it requires planting 29 trees on each acre of ...

California weekend trips bring coastal views, mountain towns, desert escapes, and unforgettable stops that can make this year feel extra special.

On this 100th anniversary Black History Month tour, I want to whisk us all away to experience the legacy of two African ...

For decades, wilderness lands have been left largely unaltered by human activity. But those places are still changing, and ...

Explore California’s most beautiful budget day trips, where beaches, deserts, and mountain views create unforgettable adventures without draining your wallet.

Discover the 10 most beautiful national parks in the U.S., from Yellowstone and Yosemite to Glacier, featuring some of the ...

Fresh strawberries, peaches, and tomatoes cost next to nothing. The summers get hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk. But winter is mild and pleasant. You’re an hour from Yosemite National Park.