Explore California’s hidden gems, from secluded beaches to quiet hiking trails, perfect for travelers seeking peace away from ...

Discover the best-kept secret of the Sierra Nevadas. Explore Yosemite Valley’s waterfalls and meadows in the snow with our comprehensive winter visitor's guide.

Vernal Falls along the Mist Trail at Yosemite National Park. Trump's recent changes to free admission days at national parks are all about him, not honoring nature. In 2026, U.S. residents can ...

California may not boast the 14ers of Colorado or the wild, soaring wilderness areas of Alaska, but it definitely has plenty to offer those looking for grandiose wonders and lofty heights. The Golden ...

Hikers near California’s Yosemite National Park were sent scrambling after feeling and hearing bullets pass overhead, prompting concerns over an active shooter. Multiple hikers called emergency ...

From the John Muir Trail, you get perspectives of Vernal Fall that Mist Trail hikers miss entirely. You see the waterfall in context with the surrounding landscape, understanding how it fits into the ...

From a Yosemite icon to a Grand Canyon hidden gem, there are epic waterfall hikes to be found across the country.

Of the top five “most loved” hiking trails in the country, two of them are in California — and one of those is in Yosemite National Park. In Yosemite, Half Dome via the Muir Trail is the fifth “most ...

A 29-year-old Google software engineer died at Yosemite National Park earlier this month after a tree branch fell and struck her on the head while she was walking a popular trail. Angela Lin was ...