The mountain live-oak, or goldcup oak (Quercus chrysolepis), forms extensive groves on earthquake and avalanche taluses and terraces in cañons and Yosemite valleys, from about three to five ...

The Trinity Alps Wilderness, about three hours north of Sacramento, offers hiking trails, waterfalls, alpine lakes and ...

Experience the mountain scenes and intense climbs of Europe's "mini-Yosemite," an underrated Turkish destination that for ...

Yosemite National Park — California, U.S. As a global hub for climbers, Yosemite (below) has to be on the list. It is renowned for towering granite formations such as El Capitan and Half Dome.

Dreaming of a wild, unforgettable celebration? These tips can help you pull it off in nature's grandest venues — without the ...

Fueled by Theodore's curiosity, the Roosevelt museum grew. Teedie collected everything within his reach and range of vision, and begged friends and family to bring him any specimens they found. He ...

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail through Southern California defied my expectations of sunshine and mild weather. The aftermath ...

Gorges State Park is like nature’s water park, minus the long lines and overpriced snacks. This place gets over 80 inches of rain a year, making it a temperate rainforest right here in North Carolina.

Located in the San Joaquin Valley, Avenal offers some of the most affordable housing in all of California. This small ...

Napa is just over an hour from San Francisco, and although not strictly on the way to Yosemite, it makes an excellent detour ...