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Rain showers brought reprieve to firefighters working to slow the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County, but not before the flames…

Following a nearly month-long closure in which the Washburn Fire grew to nearly 20,000 acres in Yosemite National Park, the…

You’ve probably heard of the Hearst Castle, the magnificent residence of newspaper mogul William Randolph Hearst. But have you heard…

A woodworking company in Redding recently created a table from a 1,500-year-old redwood tree, selling it to a local restaurant…

Years ago we wrote about the legend of Olympic swimmer Johnny Weissmuller, who also played Tarzan in the movies, diving…

Some say he was a good man turned renegade when all he held dear was taken from him. Others claim…

The McKinney Fire continues to grow at a rapid pace in Siskiyou County, forcing mandatory evacuations of more than 2,000…

Once, in the dawn of pre-history, a ravenous saber toothed tiger stalked a little family of cavemen, mom, dad and…

The Oak Fire continues to burn just outside Yosemite National Park, destroying dozens of homes since it began on July…

On August 18, 2020, the CZU Lightning Complex Fire blazed through California’s oldest state park – the Big Basin Redwoods.…

It was a beautiful morning in February 2020 when Brien O’Brien (Bob) and I began our 9-mile hike to Feather…

We’ve been documenting the giant, ancient fish that swim in the waters of the Sacramento River for years now. Some…

On July 23rd, 2018, a flat tire on a trailer sparked a wildfire in the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. 39…

The Oak Fire has grown to the largest wildfire in the United States, threatening thousands of structures and forcing more…

Just as firefighters began to clean up the Washburn Fire in Yosemite National Park, the Oak Fire erupted nearby on…

*This article initially ran in the summer of 2018 Following the Carr Fire, we tackled the “new normal” of devastating…

We all know there are some pretty amazing campgrounds in Northern California. Whether you’re camping in one of the National…

A hiker witnessed a rare scene when a bolt of lightning hit the Sierra, causing an immediate wildfire. He even…

Photo by Simone Mascellari When a buddy asked if I had seen any of the “Squirrel vs. Rattlesnake” videos on YouTube,…

Photo: The Mendocino Experience You’ve undoubtedly heard of the world-class wine tours held in Napa Valley, highlighting the famed vineyards…

From left: Taylor Lipscomb, hatchery manager at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Livingston Stone National Fish Hatchery near Redding;…

Photo: Garrett Dickman/NPS The Washburn Fire continues to grow at an alarming pace in the Yosemite National Park. As of…

Photo: National Park Service Lassen Volcanic National Park officials encourage visitors to walk off trail and explore. With Lassen’s centerpiece…

The Washburn Fire began on Thursday afternoon and has since grown to 700 acres in Yosemite National Park, closing down…

This week, the American Century Championship will descend on Edgewood Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe, continuing the tradition of…

Skiers and snowboarders hit a bit of a stage of depression in the late weeks of June. Although some ski…

A brand-new wildfire started in Yosemite National Park on Thursday afternoon, quickly growing to 10 acres and closing Mariposa Grove…

A wildfire began near the Truckee Airport in the early afternoon on Thursday, forcing an evacuation order for the region.…

When you think of trails in Northern California, you probably think of places like Tahoe, Mount Shasta, Yosemite and the…

For many people visiting Lake Tahoe over Fourth of July weekend, it’s a time to enjoy beautiful summer days in…

Photo courtesy of the Shasta Historical Foundation Redding, California sits center stage in Northern California, nestled comfortably smack dab in…

Brokeoff Mountain in Lassen National Park is notorious for being one of the most difficult hikes in our area. The…

It’s summertime in NorCal, which means when we’re out in the wild, it’s important to pay close attention to the…

Flickr/Robert Shea The workers at the Bodie State Historic Park are used to receiving letters in the mail talking about…

Photo: Pixabay During the summertime in Northern California, you may have found yourself lucky to drive through Woodland, Davis or…

My last bike ride in Yosemite after working there for 4 months – set to Sleep On The Floor by…

California State Parks and Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks today announced Big Basin Redwoods State Park will partially reopen…

Yosemite National Park sits one of the most popular national parks in the country with more than 3 million visitors…

Update – June 30: A sad ending to the story of the 32-year-old missing hiker in the Desolation Wilderness was…

The Rices Fire exploded on Tuesday afternoon in Nevada County, near the South Yuba State Park and approximately 15 miles…

Brought to you by Choose Redding Stunning views in the Trinity Alps. Photo by Ben Guernsey. The year of the adventurer…

Lake Tahoe is one of the most beautiful places in Northern California, if not the entire United States. Add to…

The Hexagenia hatch is in full swing on Fall River and fishermen are elated to see the results coming into…

After sneaking into a home and having a confrontation with the homeowner, a bear has been captured and euthanized in…

Milky Way as seen from the Lava Beds National Monument. Photo by the National Park Service. Sitting in the tippy-top…

Photo: Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety Devastating wildfires over the past five years have changed the way we…

Photo by Meritt Thomas With the start of the summer season, the Tahoe Fund and eight agencies that manage Lake Tahoe’s…

Ski towns across America are experiencing a real estate surge that is pricing locals out of the market. It’s become…

Photo by Jeremy Bezanger Over the past two years, 20 percent of all the giant sequoia trees on the planet were…

Yosemite National Park issued an alert Wednesday announcing the closure of Mariposa Grove Road due to high winds and the…

Photo by Marion hobbs A woman was attacked by a bear in her North Lake Tahoe home on June 16, which…

The entrance sign to Juniper Lake burned by the Dixie Fire. Photo: NPS In 2021, the Dixie Fire ravaged five…

Photo: California Department of Fish and Wildlife On Sunday evening, officials from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife transported…

A stunning video captured in the Lassen Park’s Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center shows just how powerful lightning can be. Park…

View this post on Instagram A fawn was rescued Sunday afternoon after it was spotted swimming in the middle of…

There are many summer activities in the Tahoe area for adventurers, but if you’re looking for a relaxing adventure, look…

It was on April 14, 1906 when Harry Miles, a motion-picture pioneer in California, took to a cable car and…

Mike Wilson has become well known around Northern California for his insane rope swing stunts. He’s made viral videos from…

Photo by Zongnan Bao U.S. Highway 395 runs from the Canadian border all the way down to Southern California, and approaching…

Flickr/Vince The California State Parka and Recreation Commission unanimously voted to change the name of Negro Bar Recreation Area on…

Photo: Mt. Shasta Ski Park The Mt. Shasta Ski Park is currently undergoing an expansion that is decades in the…

Once again in 2021, a massive wildfire ripped through communities in Northern California, destroying personal property and claiming lives. And…

Flickr/Vince A day-use area on the shores Lake Natoma just east of Sacramento has a name that’s hard to say…

Folsom Lake With the large reservoirs of Northern California experiencing the impact of extreme drought throughout the region, water officials…

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou The town of Yreka, sitting in the beautiful Siskiyou County, is one of the…

Photo: CDFW In case you’re wondering – yes, it’s very illegal to breed and traffic rattlesnakes. That’s why wildlife officials…

Tahoe’s native fish are making a return this summer. The Lahontan National Fish Hatchery Complex in Gardnerville, Nev., began stocking…

Photo by Melanie Magdalena It’s the perfect time of year to grab a glimpse of the full moon in the great…

Yosemite National Park officials are asking the public to help assist with a spray painting incident in the park. The…

Photo by Kitera Dent The public is invited to celebrate the first annual California State Parks Week, June 14-18, presented by California State…

Join Four Wheel Campers and Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) for a spring cleanup event at Donner Lake on Sunday, June 12.…

Eva, the dog who heroically saved her owner from a mountain lion attack along the Trinity River, died unexpectedly on…

Just like human beings around the world, the destinations of Northern California have distinct characteristics that can bring out thoughts…

If you’ve ever explored the breathtaking beaches of Lake Tahoe, you may have noticed a rare sight of railroad tracks…

As the seasons transition from winter to to the summer months, it’s been really difficult getting information on exactly what’s…

The ancient redwoods of Northern California have an aesthetic unlike anywhere in the world. The tallest and oldest trees on…

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail is a dream for many outdoor enthusiasts. The legendary trail spans for 2,650 miles from…

We’ve all become pretty familiar with the different variations of trout caught in Northern California – rainbow, brown, brook, etc.…

Photo: National Park Service The road through Lassen Volcanic National Park opened to vehicle traffic on Friday, June 3rd, indicating…

Flickr/daveynin When it comes to some of the best camping in the United States, Outside Magazine knows its stuff. That’s…

We’ve heavily highlighted the 100-foot ropeswing over Lake Tahoe, which has been billed the “highest rope swing ever made.” The…

It was just before 8:30 am on Wednesday when a juvenile mountain lion curiously wandered into Pescadero High School in San…

Photo: Rene Rivers A hiker died on Sunday after being swept into the Pacific Ocean near Shelter Cove on the Lost Coast Trail in Humboldt County. The incident began at approximately 2:45 p.m. with a call for two…

Climbing to the peak of Mount Shasta is no easy task. Add 85-mph winds to the equation and it’s very,…

Photo by Clare Foster/Concerts at Commons Beach The summer has finally arrived on the Tahoe Basin, the perfect time of year…

The Living Memorial Sculpture Garden is an exceptional 136-acre art installation and war memorial along Highway 97 on the Goosenest…

The state and national parks throughout Northern California are some of our most visited destinations. From Lassen Volcanic National Park…

Photo: Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter A raccoon went viral this week after getting stuck in a roof in the…

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has a history of raising money for relief efforts through their beer. Following the Camp Fire,…

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Held every Memorial Day weekend at the base of Mt. Shasta in the historic…

Photo: National Park Service Lassen Volcanic National Park officials have announced that they’ve finished clearing the park highway of snow,…

Photo by Ankit Malhotra Yosemite’s Tioga Road, the only route in the region over the Sierra Nevada, opened to the…

California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Redwood Parks Conservancy and the National Park Service have completed construction on the…

Visiting Whiskeytown National Recreation Area in the summer is a time-honored tradition for Shasta County locals. A trip to Whiskeytown…

Photo by John Gibbons It’s time to prepare for summer in Northern California, meaning we put away our rain coats and…

Brought to you by Visit Redding You’d be hard pressed to find a more pristine area in Northern California than…

Jason Hardrath’s body is used to pain. After all, he did summit 100 peaks faster than anyone ever. He also…

The 2 1/2-year-old Belgian Malinois that saved her owner from a mountain lion attack in Northern California is back home…

Muir Woods is within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Photo by Caleb Jones. The National Park Service released its 2021…

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s sometimes hard to fathom that Northern California once sat as the center of…