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Park Officials Warn Motorcyclists: Death Valley’s Summer Heat Can Be Deadly
Park officials warn motorcyclists to reconsider visiting Death Valley during the hottest months of the year.
Trump Administration Plan to Lift Protections Puts Southern California National Forests at Risk, Critics Say
Trump plan to repeal a longstanding rule that protects millions of acres of national forest land draws sharp criticism
Road to Death Valley National Park High Country Reopens
Emigrant Canyon Road, the lone paved route to Death Valley National Park’s high‑country Wildrose area, is open again after long‑term repairs, restoring public access to cooler summer camping and hiking just as valley‑floor temperatures often top 100 °F.
Veteran San Diego climber Oscar Olea dies after fall at Mission Trails Regional Park
Oscar Olea, a fixture of San Diego’s climbing community, died April 10, 2025, from injuries he suffered in a fall at Mission Trails Regional Park.
Trump Administration Wants to Open Chuckwalla National Monument to Mining
Outdoors enthusiasts and environmental groups are alarmed after a leaked Interior Department draft outlined options for carving thousands of acres out of six Western national…
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.
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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.