Here’s a closer look at what makes the Golden State the No. 1 spot for hiking in the country: “California offers over 13,000 ...

California may not boast the 14ers of Colorado or the wild, soaring wilderness areas of Alaska, but it definitely has plenty ...

Hikers looking for a change of scenery will find ocean vistas & a black sand beach on this stretch of California coast, and ...

It's nearly summer in California: high-elevation trails are almost entirely clear of snow, last-minute cancellation hiking permits are being released on Recreation.gov daily, and overnight camping isn ...

California’s vast trail network offers visitors and locals alike the chance to see plenty of wildlife. On any given day, in ...

Tucked away in California’s wild hills, this secret canyon trail comes alive in October with crisp air and unforgettable ...

Planning a getaway in the great outdoors? If you’re looking to hit the trails, expert sources at Tripadvisor, Travel+Leisure and AllTrails have compiled lists of popular hiking spots across the state.

We talk often in the outdoors community about the risks that wild animals, like bears, mountain lions and rattlesnakes, pose.

While floating down the Smith River, you can stop at many groves of giant trees at Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, just south of the Oregon and California state line. / Zach Urness / Statesman ...