Here are 12 of the most beautiful national parks in the U.S.

This California town is a national park gateway town located between Fresno and Kings Canyon, boasting affordable camping and nearby outdoor adventures.

Rangers in Sequoia National Park thought they were simply documenting another illegal grow when they tallied exactly 2,377 ...

Rain has a way of changing everything, and in California, it completely rewrites the scenery. The first storms of the season ...

Everyone knows the big hitters in the Golden State, but California is packed with sumptuous mountain towns that remain off the tourist radar.

Redwoods in California’s coastal mountains get more of the glory including being the official state tree. But redwoods are babes and petite in terms of girth and age compared to their giant sequoia ...

The climb begins with a choice. Keep walking or turn back and wonder what waited above the trees. Stone steps rise quickly, the air thins, and the forest starts to fall away with every turn. Few ...

From iconic landmarks and natural wonders to historic buildings and entertainment attractions, here are the best things to do ...

Nestled in the southern end of California’s San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield offers that rare combination that retirees dream about: reasonable cost of living with enough culture, cuisine, and ...

Our expert guide will help you make the most of your visit to this epic California park, home to El Capitan and Half Dome.

In a move that will make it harder for the GOP to keep control of Congress, the Supreme Court said the state can use a ...

Some national parks have a way of stopping you in your tracks. They’re the kind of place where you forget to reach for your ...