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Hot Springs Long Term Visitor Area
The Hot Springs Long Term Visitor Area (LTVA) in Southern California is a serene retreat managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), attracting thousands of visitors each year with its historic and active hot springs.
Ladder Canyon and Painted Canyon Loop Trail
Ladder Canyon & Painted Canyon Loop Trail is a moderate 5-mile hike in the Mecca Hills Wilderness near Mecca, California, featuring narrow slot canyons and ladder climbs through colorful rock walls.
Expensive Crash Landing: Mugu Marsh Restoration Finally Takes Flight
Sometimes, a plane crash is just a plane crash. And sometimes, it’s a multi-agency, decade-long quagmire that ends up costing more than a million bucks…
California Surfer May Have Shattered Biggest Wave Record at Mavericks
Alessandro “Alo” Slebir caught what is initially estimated to be a 108-foot wave at California’s Mavericks break.
Biden Designates New Southern California National Monument and Expand Joshua Tree
Joe Biden designated Chuckwalla National Monument near Joshua Tree National Park
Cactus Flats OHV Staging Area
Located between Big Bear and Lucerne Valley in Southern California, Cactus Flats OHV Staging Area is a year-round destination for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts and other outdoor explorers.
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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.