The Guide to Southern California Outdoor Adventure
News, events and guides to rugged outdoor adventure in Southern California.
California State Parks Week Returns June 10–14
California State Parks Week runs Wednesday, June 10 through Sunday, June 14, with 171 events across the 280-park system.
Off-Roading Advocates Take Legal Action to Restore Access to Western Mojave OHV Routes
Blue Ribbon Coalition, a national motorized recreation advocacy group, filed a Motion for Leave to Intervene on Thursday in the federal lawsuit responsible for the sweeping OHV route closures across the Western Mojave Desert — a legal move aimed at restoring off-road access to thousands of miles of disputed routes.
Fire Restrictions Hit SoCal Public Lands April 15
The Bureau of Land Management’s California Desert District dropped into seasonal fire restrictions on Tuesday, and the order covers many wilderness areas.
What a Historically Low Snowpack Means for SoCal’s Dry Season
California just closed out the winter with its second-lowest April 1 snowpack on record. State engineers doing the ceremonial Phillips Station measurement found patches of grass where the snow is supposed to be chest-deep.
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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.