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A Walk Among Giants: Hiking in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
When you’re surrounded by the towering ancient coast redwoods, the tallest living things on our planet, it’s easy to feel…
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Yosemite’s Popular High Sierra Camps to Remain Closed for 2025 Season
Yosemite’s popular High Sierra Camps will remain closed for the 2025 summer season, dealing a blow to those planning a…
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California State Parks Offer Free Admission to Military Members on Memorial Day
In honor of Memorial Day, California State Parks will offer free admission to veterans, active duty, and reserve military members…
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This Jaw-Dropping Eastern Sierra Lake was Named After a Group of Escaped Convicts
In the Eastern Sierra, a natural wonder known as Convict Lake captures the awe of photographers and anglers alike. This…
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Yosemite Reopens Key Access Points for Summer Visitors
Yosemite National Park is officially welcoming visitors back to some of its most popular areas as shuttle services and seasonal…
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Hikes
The 6 Most Grueling Hikes in Northern California
Sometimes the snowy slopes of Mt. Shasta can look more like Everest. Photo by Todd Diemer The vast wilderness of Northern…
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Why Mossbrae Falls Is Still Closed to the Public—and What’s Being Done About It
Photo by Josh Hild Mossbrae Falls, just outside Dunsmuir in Northern California, is one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the…
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This Fascinating Northern California Lake Sits at 125 Degrees Year-Round
Boiling Springs Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo: National Park Service The outdoor destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park…
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Outdoors
Yosemite to Require Peak-Day Reservations this Summer. Here’s How to Get One.
If you’re planning a trip to Yosemite National Park this summer, you’ll need to plan ahead—especially if you’re arriving during…
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Whiskeytown Lake Beaches Reopen with Major Upgrades for Summer Season
Whiskeytown Lake’s popular swim beaches are better than ever as Brandy Creek Beach, Oak Bottom Beach, and East Beach officially…
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Popular Sand Harbor State Park Moves to Full Reservation System for Peak Season
Sand Harbor State Park has fully implemented its day-use reservation system as of April 15, 2025, following last year’s successful…
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Destinations
Enjoy Free Entry to Northern California’s National Parks This Weekend
Looking for a reason to explore the outdoors this weekend without breaking the bank? You’re in luck—National Park Week kicks…
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Lake Shasta Caverns Reopens with State-of-the-Art Lighting Upgrade
Lake Shasta Caverns has officially reopened to visitors following a major lighting renovation project that began in January. The upgrade…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
From Museums to Theaters: Yosemite’s Best Rainy Day Experiences
Rainy days in Yosemite Valley transform the landscape into a misty wonderland, with waterfalls pouring down granite cliffs. But if…
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History
9 Fascinating Historical Gems to Visit in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo by Richard Lee When gold was discovered in the American River in the 1800’s,…
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Tahoe
Tahoe’s Iconic Vikingsholm Castle to Undergo Major Restoration in Summer 2025
Vikingsholm, the historic castle tucked along the shores of Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe, is set for major restoration during…
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Outdoors
Popular Cave in Sequoia National Park to Reopen After Four-Year Closure
Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park is reopening to visitors after a four-year closure, offering a chance to explore its…
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Yosemite Announces Summer Campground Reservation Dates Amid Budget Concerns
Yosemite National Park has released its upcoming campground reservation schedule for the busy summer months, but visitors should act quickly…
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Destinations
Northern California Town Named One of America’s Best Small Towns
Nevada City, a historic gem in the Northern California foothills, has been named one of the Top 10 Best Small…
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Outdoors
Thousands of California Campsites Face Possible Summer Closures Amid Federal Firings
Thousands of campsites across California could close this summer following the abrupt firing of 2,000 U.S. Forest Service employees, according…
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California National Parks Rank as the Most Polluted in America
Five California parks have been named as the most polluted in the country, according to an environmental study by the…
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Burney Falls Has Reopened to the Public. But How Can it Deal with Over-Tourism?
After a nine-month closure, Burney Falls has reopened, but concerns over overtourism remain. The 129-foot waterfall, located in McArthur-Burney Falls…
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News
Uncertainty Looms Over Northern California’s National Parks Amid Federal Job Cuts
The impact of recent federal workforce reductions under the Trump administration remains unclear for Northern California’s national parks, leaving park…
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Shasta Cascade
Trail Down to Burney Falls Reopens Following 9-Month Construction Closure
The Falls Loop Trail at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, which had been closed since April 2024 due to a…
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National Parks Are Free on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here’s Where to Go in Northern California.
Get ready for an outdoor adventure on Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Northern California’s parks are calling, and the National…
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Everything You Need to Know About The New 220,000-Acre National Monument Near Mt. Shasta
On January 7, 2025, President Joe Biden announced the designation of the Sáttítla Highlands National Monument, encompassing 224,676 acres of…
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Despite a Devastating Wildfire, California’s Oldest State Park is Still Hikable
Big Basin Redwoods State Park, California’s oldest state park and home to some of the largest and oldest coast redwoods…
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Outdoors
Here Are the 6 Days You Can Get Free Admission to National Parks in 2025
The National Park Service (NPS) has announced six free admission days for 2025, offering visitors the chance to explore some…
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History
The NorCal Town Named ‘Rough and Ready’ Once Seceded from the United States
The only way you’ve probably heard of Rough and Ready, California is if you’ve driven on Highway 20 between Yuba…
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Sports
How to Go Ice Fishing on Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake
Now here’s something you don’t see everyday in Northern California. In the wintertime in Mount Shasta, visitors to Castle Lake…
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Tahoe
Placer County Approves Massive Expansion Plan at Palisades Tahoe
The Placer County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved the Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan, paving the way for…
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Tahoe
Popular Tahoe Park Will Stay Mostly Closed for Much of the 2025 Season
California State Parks has announced that D.L. Bliss State Park will remain closed for camping and partially closed for day…
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Sports
These Fishermen Traverse Class V Rapids to Catch BIG Trout on the American River
“To find the goods, you have to be willing to go to places where no one else is willing to…
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Northern California’s Most Beautiful Outdoor Ice Rink Prepares for Winter Opening
As a Northern California resident, skating on a beautiful outdoor ice rink might seem foreign. When you add the stunning…
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Iconic Point Reyes Shipwreck Deteriorating Rapidly, May Not Survive the Winter
One of Northern California’s most iconic photo spots, the Point Reyes Shipwreck, is deteriorating rapidly and may not withstand the…
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Celebrate Veterans Day with Free Entrance to National Parks
Grab your backpacks and hiking boots because it’s time to celebrate Veterans Day with a fantastic opportunity to explore some…
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Yosemite National Park Lifts Reservation Requirement for the Rest of 2024
Great news for those planning a trip to Yosemite National Park for the rest of 2024—weekend visitors will no longer…
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The Largest Corn Maze in the World Sits Right Here in Northern California
In Dixon, California sits a 63-acre fall utopia with a pumpkin patch, hay rides and the largest corn maze in…
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A Summer Getaway to Lake Aloha in the Desolation Wilderness
The entrance to the Desolation Wilderness is anything but – neither desolate nor wild. The southern Lake Tahoe area, including…
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Hikes
A Day Hike Up Castle Dome Trail in the Castle Crags Wilderness
Adventure is calling, and I’m answering with my hiking boots. On this day, I find myself in the stunning Castle…
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Stories
Lake Tahoe a National Park? How Years of Decisions Shaped California’s Most Famous Lake.
Photo by Gordon Mak In 1861, Mark Twain camped on the shores of Lake Tahoe, captivated by its beauty. Unfortunately, he…
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Outside Magazine Lists the Best Hikes in Northern California National Parks. Here’s Our Take.
Photo by Saketh Garuda A list of the best hikes in every National Park in America was compiled by Outside Magazine,…
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Lassen Park Highway Fully Reopens for the First Time Since Park Fire Closure
Lassen Volcanic National Park has fully reopened Highway 89 for the first time since the devastating Park Fire came into…
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Lassen Volcanic National Park Partially Reopens as Park Fire Containment Progresses
As firefighting efforts continue to stabilize the Park Fire’s northeastern edge, Lassen Volcanic National Park has reopened its northern entrance,…
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Yosemite’s New Timed Entry System Could Become Permanent. Here’s How That Will Impact Visitors.
Yosemite National Park officials are proposing to make a timed entry system a permanent fixture during peak visitation periods to…
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Historic Fire Lookout Gets a Fresh Upgrade, Offering a Unique Stay in Tahoe National Forest
The historic Calpine Fire Lookout in Tahoe National Forest is looking better than ever, thanks to recent renovations that have…
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The 5 Best Places to Go Stargazing Around Redding, California
Stars over Chaos Crags When summer arrives in Northern California, the night sky comes alive with the best viewing opportunities…
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Road Trippin’: Why You Have to See the Purest Water in the World at Oregon’s Crater Lake
Photo by Sébastien Goldberg When you see the Golden Gate Bridge, no one has to tell you where you are. The…
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Best View in NorCal? The Unforgettable Hike to Heart Lake
We don’t take the designation of “Best View in NorCal” lightly. Northern California is full of beautiful destinations, and Mount…
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Popular Destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park to Stay Closed Until 2025
The aftermath of the Dixie Fire continues to impact Lassen Volcanic National Park, keeping the Drakesbad Guest Lodge and Warner…
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Shasta Cascade
An Unforgettable Summer Day on Shasta Lake
I had some good friends looking to come up from Los Angeles for the ultimate Northern California trip. Of course,…
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Discover a Wildlife Utopia at Lassen’s Manzanita Lake
Sitting right outside Redding, California is one of the most underrated National Parks in the United States – Lassen Volcanic National Park.…
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Popular Lake Tahoe Beach to Release ‘Late-Summer’ Reservations on July 1
Starting July 1, Sand Harbor State Park in Lake Tahoe will implement a new day-use reservation system aimed at enhancing…
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News
Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway Opens for the Summer Season
The 30-mile highway through Lassen Volcanic National Park is now open for the season. Thanks to the diligent efforts of…
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Entrance to National Parks is Free on Juneteenth. Here’s Where to Go in Northern California.
Grab your backpacks and hiking boots because it’s time to celebrate Juneteenth with a fantastic opportunity to explore some of…
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A Complete Guide to Camping in the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
Camping is a time-honored summer tradition in Northern California, and more than that – it’s a blast. Whether you’re hiking…
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Tioga Road Set to Reopen for the Summer Season in Yosemite National Park
Tioga Road, the continuation of Highway 120 through Yosemite National Park, will reopen to the public on Monday, June 10…
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A Complete Guide to the Outdoor Destinations of California’s Eastern Sierra
Photo by Zongnan Bao U.S. Highway 395 runs from the Canadian border all the way down to Southern California, and approaching…
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Stories
The Zodiac Signs as Northern California Destinations
Just like human beings around the world, the destinations of Northern California have distinct characteristics that can bring out thoughts…
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Reservations to Hike to Fern Canyon Now Available for the 2024 Season
Great news for nature enthusiasts and hikers: reservations to visit the stunning Fern Canyon at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park…
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The Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Outdoor Adventurers in Northern California
Photo by John Gibbons It’s time to prepare for summer in Northern California, meaning we put away our rain coats and…
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Outdoors
Here’s the Secret to Snagging Northern California’s Most Popular Campsites
Camping in Northern California can be a challenging task as the high demand for state park campsites often results in…
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These 10 Campgrounds in California Are Nearly Impossible to Book
Fallen Leaf Lake has one of the most popular campgrounds in the state near Lake Tahoe California offers some of…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
It’s Officially ‘Moonbow’ Season in Yosemite. Here’s How to See the Coveted Natural Phenomenon.
Yosemite National Park, with its mesmerizing waterfalls, presents a unique natural phenomenon during the high country snowmelt season – the…
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Outdoors
The 8 Best Places to Catch BIG Fish Near Mt. Shasta
Photo: Wild Waters Fly Fishing When it comes to fishing, there aren’t many areas in the world like Northern California.…
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This Boat-In Park Outside Redding, California is Northern California’s Best Kept Secret
The state and national parks throughout Northern California are some of our most visited destinations. From Lassen Volcanic National Park…
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A Complete Guide to Bidwell Park – Chico’s Massive Outdoor Utopia
Hot, flat, dry and the most interesting thing to do is drink beer. It’s not a far reach to say…
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Yosemite’s Renowned Glamping Sites Reopen After 5-Year Closure
Yosemite National Park is welcoming back adventurers with open arms as three of its glamping sites reopen after a five-year…
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Brand-New Glamping Experience Coming to Yosemite
Photo via Under Canvas Under Canvas, known for its luxurious safari-style tented camps near national parks, is set to debut…
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News
Google Ranks This NorCal Park as the Top Hidden Gem in America
While Yosemite might steal the spotlight, Northern California’s Redwood National Park shines as a hidden treasure among giants. Renowned for…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s New Reservation System Begins this Weekend. Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
In a bid to manage overwhelming crowds and traffic congestion, Yosemite National Park is set to implement a day-use reservation…
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Main Trails at Burney Falls Close for Massive Trail Renovation
The expected closure of the main trails to Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park has officially begun, with…
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Waterfalls
17 Breathtaking Waterfalls Just Outside of Redding, California
Photo by Matthias Rossini The sun is shining in California, which means it’s waterfall chasing season for any outdoor adventurer.…
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What is ‘The Senate’ in Sequoia National Park?
Nestled within the heart of California’s Sequoia National Park, a remarkable assembly unlike any other convenes. It’s not a gathering…
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Convict Lake Looks Incredible After Snowstorms Blanketed the Region with Snow
Following a series of storms that buried the Sierra with multiple feet of snow over the past two weeks, the…
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Yosemite’s ‘Peak Hour’ Reservations Are Now Available. Here’s How to Get One.
Yosemite National Park is changing the game for visitors this year with the introduction of a new pilot reservation system…
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News
Here’s What you Can Expect from the Burney Falls Closure in 2024
California State Parks has announced the closure of the main trails to Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park…
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Outdoors
Ice Fishing at Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake
You typically won’t hear the words “ice fishing” and “Northern California” muttered in the same breath, but there’s a destination…
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Outdoors
This Tree in Sequoia National Park is the World’s Largest Living Organism by Volume
In the heart of California’s Sequoia National Park stands the General Sherman Tree, the largest living organism by volume on…
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Burney Falls is Closing for Much of the 2024 Season
Burney Falls will be temporarily closed to the public starting April 2024, lasting through the summer season. California State Parks…
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Reservations Are Now Available to Hike to Fern Canyon in 2024. Here’s How to Get One.
Humboldt’s Fern Canyon has become one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Northern California, with its magnificent 50-foot walls covered in…
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Here Are the Six Days You Can Enter National Parks For Free in 2024
National parks across the United States are giving outdoor enthusiasts an extra reason to explore the great outdoors in 2024.…
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Yosemite National Park Launches its Brand-New Reservation System
In an effort to alleviate congestion and enhance the visitor experience, Yosemite National Park has rolled out a pilot reservation…
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Bay Area
The Point Reyes Shipwreck is Almost Gone
In its heyday, the Point Reyes shipwreck was a popular destination for photographers The iconic “Point Reyes Shipwreck,” which gained…
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Stories
We Went Searching for the Best Olives in Northern California. Here’s What We Found.
Rarely does Northern California come into the conversation of great olive producing regions, but maybe it should!
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Chaos, Lava and Snow – A Winter Trip to Crags Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park
For an area replete with unattractive names, the trail to Crags Lake is filled with beauty. Last weekend, we had…
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Bay Area
These Mount Tamalpais Cabins Have Unbeatable Bay Area Views. Here’s How to Get a Reservation.
California State Parks has unveiled an innovative approach to securing reservations for the popular Steep Ravine Cabins at Mount Tamalpais…
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Tahoe
Small Tahoe Hotel Featured in Tripadvisor’s ‘Best of the Best’ List
The 86-room Stardust Lodge in South Lake Tahoe has claimed its spot among the best family-friendly hotels in the United…
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Outdoors
‘Grappling with Gridlock’: Yosemite Unveils Brand-New Reservation System to Reduce Congestion in 2024
In an effort to enhance the visitor experience and manage congestion, Yosemite National Park has introduced a pilot program called…
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Hikes
3 Northern California Snowshoe Hikes with a Waterfall Payoff
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo: Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in Northern California, possibly having you believe that it’s…
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This Historic Northern California Town Turns into a Whimsical Christmas Wonderland in December
The holiday season has arrived, meaning people are donning their homes with Christmas lights, decorating their trees with ornaments, and…
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Outdoors
Yosemite’s Tioga Pass Closes for the Winter Season
Yosemite National Park’s iconic Tioga Pass, also known as Highway 120, has officially closed for the winter season, according to…
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Shasta Cascade
Mount Shasta’s Stunning Outdoor Ice Rink Opening to the Public this Week
As a Northern California resident, skating on a beautiful outdoor ice rink might seem foreign. When you add the stunning…
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Celebrate Veteran’s Day at Living Memorial Sculpture Garden Near Mount Shasta
Photo: Discover Siskiyou Every year, Veteran’s Day sits as a reminder to all Americans about the sacrifice made by the…
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Outdoors
Brand New 300-Mile Lost Sierra Trail Will Connect 15 Communities from Tahoe to Lassen
The Sierra Nevada mountain range is the gem of Northern California, running 400 miles from Yosemite all the way up…
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Find America’s Oldest Juniper Tree in the Northern California Mountains
Photo: Save the Redwoods League Sitting about 160-miles southeast of Sacramento in the Sierra Nevada mountains is a tree so…
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California State Parks Offering Free Admission to 144 Parks for Military Community on Veterans Day
In a heartfelt tribute to the dedication and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans, California State Parks is opening the doors…
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Popular Tahoe Park to Remain Closed Until Summer 2024
D.L. Bliss State Park, a beloved destination on the shores of Lake Tahoe, is set to remain closed until the…
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History
Take a Walk Through History in this Ghost Town just Outside Redding, California
Shasta State Historic Park. Photo: Visit Redding In the mid-1800’s, the town of Shasta sitting just 6 miles west of…
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Yosemite Destination Ranks as California’s Most Dangerous Tourist Attraction
Yosemite National Park, a place known for its breathtaking natural beauty, holds a hidden danger that has earned it the…
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