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Trump Administration Fast‑Tracks Large-Scale Logging in Southern California Forests
The Trump administration has cleared the way for commercial logging on nearly 113 million acres of National Forest System (NFS) land—roughly 59 percent of all U.S. national forests—under a new emergency order that targets large swaths of Southern California’s public lands.
Pineknot Campground – Big Bear Lake
Pineknot Campground is a developed campground in the San Bernardino Mountains near Big Bear Lake, offering 47 reservable sites nestled among fir, pine, and oak trees at an elevation of approximately 6,900 feet.
Cahuilla Mountain Trail Guide
Cahuilla Mountain Trail is a moderately difficult 6-mile out-and-back hike in the San Jacinto Ranger District near Idyllwild, California.
Devils Slide Trail Guide in San Jacinto Wilderness
Devils Slide Trail is a moderate 2.5-mile route in the San Jacinto Wilderness near Idyllwild, California.
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail is an easy 2.6-mile out-and-back route in the San Jacinto Wilderness near Idyllwild, California.
Cougar Crest Trail – Big Bear Lake
Cougar Crest Trail is a moderately difficult, approximately 4.6-mile out-and-back hike near Big Bear Lake in Southern California.
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San Diego Mountain Biking Guide
This guide covers the best places to mountain bike in San Diego, from coastal reserves to back country recreation area.
Anza-Borrego Off-Road Trails Guide
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, located on the eastern side of San Diego County, is the crown jewel in San Diego’s off-road offerings.
Mount Laguna Camping Guide
Guide to campgrounds and dispersed camping near Mount Laguna in San Diego’s eastern mountains.
11 Best Sunset Hikes in Los Angeles
Whether you want to enjoy the illuminated cityscape or watch the sun sink below the horizon of the Pacific Ocean, here are 11 of the best sunset hikes in Los Angeles.
Santa Barbara Glamping Guide
Guide to the best glamping in Santa Barbara, from cozy cabins to yurts, RVs and safari tents.
San Diego Snow Guide: Where to find snow in San Diego County
San Diego’s mountains receive snowfall each year and are a terrific place to explore in the winter.