The Santa Barbara County chaparral shrublands form my best-loved hiking region, also called Los Padres National Forest. However, the much higher “alpine” areas also summon the soul to breathe free ...

California is one of those states brimming with outdoor activities, seemingly at every turn. From the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, the hilly mountain tops in Mammoth, or the long stretch of open road ...

Summer’s hot and crowded days have passed, and many of us are seeking relaxing fall escapes into nature. Here’s a tip: head east over our mighty Sierra Nevada to Mono County and the Mammoth Lakes ...