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Yosemite-Mammoth
Reservations Now Open for Yosemite’s Annual Firefall
Yosemite National Park, known for its breathtaking natural wonders, is gearing up for the annual “firefall” season, and visitors hoping…
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Wildlife
This 38-Pound Rainbow Trout Caught on the Feather River Isn’t a Steelhead. Here’s How We Know.
Photo: Josh Giordano Fisherman Josh Giordano made headlines in 2021 when he landed an estimated 38.2-pound rainbow trout on the…
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Stories
What’s the Deal with the Perfectly Symmetrical Tree Plots in the Sierra Nevada?
Google Earth If you were to approach these select plot of trees from the ground, you may not know something…
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Outdoors
See Smoke Around Northern California this Week? Here’s Why.
See smoke around Northern California this week? That’s all because of a planned operation aimed at reducing fuels throughout areas…
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Wildlife
Iconic California Fish Hatchery to Be Transferred to Native American Tribe
After years of deliberation, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has made a historic decision to transfer over…
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Video
WATCH: 7-Year-Old Shaun White Starts His Snowboarding Career at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Shaun White is an extreme sports icon. Holding the records for most Olympic and X-Games Gold Medals, he has claimed…
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Tahoe
Tahoe Ski Resort Abandons Controversial Plan to Go Private
Developers have abandoned their plans to transform Homewood Ski Resort on Lake Tahoe’s west shore into a private, members-only ski…
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News
Backpacker Survives Freezing Night in the Marble Mountain Wilderness
A backpacker in Siskiyou County had a close call on November 18th when he encountered severe weather conditions near Paradise…
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Outdoors
Adventure Couple Hikes into the Desolation Wilderness for Unique Wedding Celebration
You think your wedding was cool? It might not have been as cool as this wedding celebration, with the bride…
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Tahoe
How a License Plate Can Get You a Free Pass to Ski in Tahoe this Winter
Lake Tahoe enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate as the annual ‘Plates for Powder’ program makes a return for the…
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Shasta Cascade
The Ultimate Bucket List for Winter in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in NorCal, with fresh snow draping the beautiful mountains of California’s Far…
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Video
A Snowshoe Hike to Sulphur Works in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Sitting near the southwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park is some of the most prominent evidence of hydrothermal activity…
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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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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite National Park Declares the End of Fire Season
Yosemite National Park officials have officially declared the end of the fire season following a season-ending event, which is defined…
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Video
‘Absolute Mayhem’: Video Shows Insane Crowds During Opening Weekend at Mammoth Mountain
It was a celebrated week in California as ski resorts began to open their slopes for the winter season. For…
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North Coast
PG&E Unveils Plan to Remove Two Dams on the Eel River, Creating the Longest Free-Flowing River in California
Scott Dam. Credit: Kyle Schwartz/California Trout Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has released an initial draft of its plan…
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Sports
Tahoe Ski Resorts Announce Opening Following Delay
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort have revealed their official opening days for the 2023-24 ski season after experiencing…
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News
Environmentalists Sue National Park Service for Replanting Sequoias in California
In a legal dispute that could impact the future of sequoia trees in California’s National Parks, several conservation groups have…
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Waterfalls
Finding Mossbrae Falls – Northern California’s Forbidden Waterfall
Photo by Josh Hild Northern California is full of incredible waterfalls, many of which sit in the Shasta-Cascade region. The most…
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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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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite Announces Reservation System for February Firefall
Yosemite National Park is taking steps to manage the growing popularity of the Horsetail Fall event, which draws thousands of…
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Hikes
Watch Hikers Complete the Grueling Trek to the Top of Lassen Peak in the Winter
The hike to the top of Lassen Peak is popular for outdoor adventurers in the summer months. The maintained trail…
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Sports
Winter Has Arrived! Here Are All the Opening Dates for Ski Resorts in Tahoe.
Winter has arrived in Northern California, with a few snowstorms already draping the mountains over the past month. Of course,…
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Weather
First Atmospheric River of the Season Heads Towards Northern California
Northern California is gearing up for a significant deluge as a moisture-laden atmospheric river is forecasted to drench the region…
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Bay Area
Missing Man Found Dead After Being Swept Out to Sea in Point Reyes National Seashore
A devastating incident unfolded at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday morning, resulting in the loss of a man’s life…
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Outdoors
Fly Fishing for Steelhead on the World-Famous Trinity River
The lakes and rivers surrounding Redding, California make it one of the premiere fishing destinations in America. The Lower Sacramento…
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Sports
Mammoth Mountain Opens for the Winter Season
Following just a 3-month closure for the summer, Mammoth Mountain has reopened for the winter season and hopes to see…
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Destinations
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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Tahoe
Tahoe’s Kokanee Salmon Run Decimated by Shut Down of Water Flow
Lake Tahoe’s vibrant Kokanee salmon run, which occur each fall in Taylor Creek, was shuttered last week when the U.S.…
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News
Reservoir Levels in Northern California Sit Above Historical Averages Leading into Winter Season
As California braces for the arrival of El Niño, its lakes and reservoirs remain in impressive condition, bolstered by record-breaking…
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Destinations
Celebrate Veterans Day with Free Entrance to National Parks this Weekend
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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Lassen
Photos Show Lassen Looking Like a Winter Wonderland with a Fresh Coat of Snow
With the first series of storms rolling through Northern California the past week, high-elevation regions are beginning to see some…
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Photography
Photographer Captures Stunning Images of Aurora Borealis Over Mammoth Lakes
Every once in a while, conditions give photographers the unique opportunity to capture the Aurora Borealis, also known as the…
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Lassen
Lassen Volcanic National Park Warns that Impending Winter Conditions Could Impact Operations
As the seasons shift and Lassen Volcanic National Park prepares for winter, visitors should take note of potential seasonal changes…
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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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Outdoors
Cal Poly Humboldt Launches Ambitious Project to Map Klamath Mountains’ Botanical Diversity
Cal Poly Humboldt students and faculty are embarking on a comprehensive project to map the rich vegetation of the Klamath…
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News
Man Viciously Attacked by Otters in Northern California Left with 40 Puncture Wounds
Serene Lakes A harrowing encounter with aggressive otters at Serene Lakes in Placer County has left one man pushing for…
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Weather
Winter Weather Advisory: Snow on its Way to the Sierra
The Sierra is gearing up for another round of snowfall as a colder weather system approaches Northern California. The forecast…
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Wildlife
Yurok Tribe Set to Release Three More Condors into the Northern California Wilderness
The Northern California Condor Restoration Program (NCCRP), a collaboration between the Yurok Tribe and Redwood National and State Parks, is…
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Tahoe
10 Shocking Moments of Bears Caught-on-Camera in Tahoe
Bear sightings in the communities surrounding Lake Tahoe have grown at an astonishing rate in the past few years. Flocking…
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Stories
A Guide to Cutting Down Your Own Christmas Tree in the Northern California Wilderness
It’s that time of year again. With the holiday season upon us in Northern California, it’s time to knock the…
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News
Final Blast Removes the Copco No. 2 Dam from the Klamath River
The removal of the Copco No.2 Dam on the Klamath River is now complete In a significant environmental milestone, the…
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Destinations
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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Outdoors
A Complete Guide to the Tallest Trees on Earth: The Redwoods of Northern California
The trees in the Redwood National Forest along the Humboldt Coast are world renown for their size and age. Looking…
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Tahoe
Prescribed Fires Continue Throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin
In an effort to maintain healthy ecosystems and reduce the risk of unwanted wildfires, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team…
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Sports
Baum Lake – An Underrated Utopia of Fall and Winter Fishing
Describing a time of year when this small impoundment east of Burney doesn’t fish well can be a real challenge.…
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Destinations
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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Sports
Rock Climbing Duo Complete’s Yosemite’s Triple Crown in Less Than 24 Hours
In an astonishing feat of endurance and skill, Miles Fullman and Tyler Karow have conquered the Yosemite Triple Crown in…
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Shasta Cascade
The Gate at Mt. Shasta’s Bunny Flat Set to Close this Week
As the frosty temperatures of the winter season approach, it’s that time of the year when access to certain beloved…
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Destinations
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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News
Restrictions on Dungeness Crab Traps in Specific Areas of NorCal Due to Whale Entanglements
As the Dungeness crab season approaches on November 4, 2023, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced…
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Outdoors
Here’s How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in the Lassen National Forest
This holiday season, revive a cherished tradition or create a new one by cutting your own Christmas tree in the…
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Wildlife
Tahoe Bear Activity on the Rise with Winter Season Approaching
As the winter season approaches the Tahoe Basin, so does a critical phase for black bears – hyperphagia, or the…
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History
The Legend of Snowshoe Thompson: The Founder of California Skiing
In the 1800’s, traveling across the Sierra Nevada in the middle of winter was rarely accomplished. Native Americans were usually…
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Weather
Tahoe Mountains Brace for First Significant Snowfall of the Season. Here’s How you Can Watch Live.
The mountains surrounding Lake Tahoe are bracing for a storm that’s expecting to bring the first significant snowfall of the…
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Uncategorized
‘Winter Weather is on the Horizon’: Tahoe Ski Resort Unveils Exciting Winter Forecast
While the fall season in the Lake Tahoe area is known for its stunning foliage, skiers and winter enthusiasts have…
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Video
WATCH: BIG Chinook Salmon Attempt to Jump into Drainage Pipe on the Klamath River
The deconstruction of the Klamath River dams is already underway, but that isn’t stopping the current run of Chinook salmon…
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Outdoors
Sliding Down the Massive Tenaya Creek Natural Waterslide
Tenaya Canyon is a dangerous and dramatic canyon in Yosemite National Park that runs approximately 10 miles from the Tenaya…
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Wildlife
CDFW Offering Free Swan Tours in Northern California
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is providing an opportunity for nature enthusiasts to witness the beauty of…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Overnight Parking Closed for the Season in Yosemite National Park
With temperatures dropping, Yosemite National Park officials have taken steps to prepare for winter. As a result, overnight parking within…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Will the Autumn ‘Firefall’ Come Alive in Yosemite This Year?
Every year in early February, visitors flock to Yosemite National Park to witness the stunning ‘Firefall’ natural phenomenon. The event has…
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News
Missing Hiker Found Dead After 1,000 Foot Fall in Sequoia National Park
A search for Tom Gerbier, an Air France pilot who went missing while hiking California, came to a heartbreaking end…
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Sacramento
Salmon Habitat Restoration Aims to Boost Struggling Salmon Populations in American River
A salmon habitat restoration project along the American River near Carmichael is striving to provide a helping hand to the…
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Wildlife
VIDEO: Lassen Pack Seen Running Through Field Full of Cattle in Northern California
California’s first wolf pack to return to the state in over a century, the Lassen Pack, continues to grow in…
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News
Apply Now! Yosemite is Currently Hiring Park Rangers for Summer 2024
Have you always dreamed of working in one of the most beautiful places on Earth? Yosemite National Park is hiring…
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Outdoors
Military Flight Instructor Recalls Heroic Rescue on Yosemite’s Half Dome
In a gripping display of courage and quick thinking, Captain Joshua Haveman, a flight instructor with the 60th Air Evacuation…
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Butte
New Federal Land Plan Could Make Butte Creek a ‘Wild and Scenic River’
Salmon swimming through Butte Creek in 2021. Photo by Friends of Butte Creek. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has…
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News
From Drought to Floods? NorCal Reservoirs Brimming with Water with El Nino on the Way
California’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) is gearing up for the new water year that began on October 1st, with…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Snowboarders Get First Tracks of the Season on Mammoth Mountain
Eager snow enthusiasts at Mammoth Mountain didn’t want to wait for the official winter season to begin. After a recent…
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Outdoors
Trinity Alps Wilderness Highlighted in Outside Magazine’s ‘Favorite Fall Backpacking Trips’
Photo by Erin O’Brien The Trinity Alps Wilderness, located just northwest of Redding, is a gorgeous mountain range providing backpackers with…
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Waterfalls
Burney Falls is Currently Surrounded by Picturesque Fall Foliage
As autumn paints its vibrant colors across Northern California, one natural wonder stands above the rest in its seasonal attire.…
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News
Swimmer Who Went Missing After Apparent Shark Attack in Point Reyes Identified
Felix Louis N’jai went missing after an apparent shark attack on Wildcat Beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore The…
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Outdoors
Here’s Why Fall Might Be the Best Season for Fishing in Northern California
Photo: Chip O’Brien When October finally arrives in NorCal, chances are you will find me fishing somewhere. It may only…
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North Coast
Cal Poly Humboldt’s Tree Study Aims to Mitigate PG&E Power Outages and Wildfires
Cal Poly Humboldt is taking proactive steps to reduce wildfire risks in Northern California. A team of faculty and students…
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News
Jellyfish Spotted in Northern California Reservoir Puzzles Wildlife Experts
A peculiar and puzzling phenomenon found in Northern California’s Stumpy Meadows Reservoir, leaving wildlife experts intrigued and cautious. In late…
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Destinations
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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Outdoors
Fundraiser Aims to Provide Critical Repairs to Popular Trail in Desolation Wilderness
The stunning Tahoe Rim Trail, winding its way through the breathtaking Desolation Wilderness, is a cherished outdoor haven in the…
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Outdoors
Photographers Capture Spectacular ‘Snowliage’ in California’s Eastern Sierra
The seasons are changing in Northern California, with autumn colors seeing snowfall in the most beautiful way imaginable. The best…
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Outdoors
Giveaway: Win a Whale & Wildlife Tour with Kayak Trinidad
It’s giveaway time! We’ve partnered with our friends at Kayak Trinidad to giveaway two whale watching and wildlife tours on…
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Destinations
5 Underground Adventures in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade
The Shasta Cascade region of Northern California is full of beautiful outdoor gems. From active volcanos to massive waterfalls, there’s…
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Weather
Tahoe Mountains Receive First Snow of the Season
After last winter saw the most snow in 70 years, the incoming winter season is already trying to top it…
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Sports
Can You Hunt in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area? The Answer Might Surprise You.
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is a beautiful outdoor destination outside Redding that provides visitors with year-round waterfall hikes, on-water activities…
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Video
Alarming Video Shows Woman Bringing Child Past Guardrail to Steep Cliff at Sequoia National Park
In a recent Instagram video that highlights the risky behavior of some visitors in national parks, concerns are raised about…
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News
Hikers Struck by Lightning on Yosemite’s Half Dome
Two hikers were struck by lightning on Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome last week, managing to survive and recount their harrowing…
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Tahoe
Tahoe’s Kokanee Salmon Festival Cancelled Due to Bear Danger
The popular Kokanee salmon Fall Fish Fest, originally scheduled for October 14th, has been canceled by the U.S. Forest Service…
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Lassen
Significant Road Closures Occurring in Lassen Volcanic NP this Week
Lassen Volcanic National Park has issued a travel warning for people intending to visit the park this week. A scheduled…
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Wildlife
Rare Sighting: Bobcat Seen on Trail Camera in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
A recent sighting of a bobcat captured on one of Shasta-Trinity National Forest’s game cameras has sparked local intrigue. Bobcats,…
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Outdoors
What a Federal Government Shutdown Would Mean for Northern California’s National Parks
A potential federal government shutdown looms, with government funding scheduled to halt on October 1 if Congress isn’t able to…
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Destinations
5 Awesome Adventures in the Lava Beds National Monument
Sitting in the the tippy-top of Northern California is one of the most beautiful, historical parks in all of California.…
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Tahoe
A Brand-New Invasive Species Has Been Discovered in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe faces a new threat as invasive New Zealand mudsnails have been discovered in its iconic waters. This alarming…
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Outdoors
Mammoth Lakes Tourism and Clean Up The Lake Join Forces for Eastern Sierra Lakes Restoration
Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) is embarking on an ambitious fundraising campaign in collaboration with Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) to…
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Destinations
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with Free Entrance to National Parks this Weekend
Prepare your backpacks and hiking boots because it’s time to celebrate National Public Lands Day with a fantastic opportunity to…
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Tahoe
Tahoe’s East Shore Trail is Set to Undergo 8-Mile Expansion and Parking Development
In 2019, the Tahoe East Shore Trail opened with much fanfare, offering a spectacular three-mile, universally accessible pathway providing breathtaking…
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Wildlife
Chinook Salmon Return to Feather River as Hatchery Fish Ladder Opens
As the natural cycle of life unfolds, Chinook salmon are making their triumphant return to the Feather River. Commencing on…
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Butte
Lake Oroville Water Levels Hold Strong at 78 Percent, 138 Percent of Historical Average
Lake Oroville’s water level stands at 845 feet elevation as of Friday, with the levels continuing to be closely monitored…
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Sports
Water Shortages Will Continue to Impact Waterfowl Hunting at Shasta Valley Wildlife Area
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced the reopening of the Shasta Valley Wildlife Area in Siskiyou…
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Shasta Cascade
GoPro Found in the Mud on Shasta Lake Returned to Owner 7 Years After it Was Lost
The power of social media is strong, especially in small communities. On Monday, a post was shared to the Shasta…
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Bay Area
What the Heck Is It? Weird Creature Found on Point Reyes Beach.
Photos of a mysterious creature are circulating online after it was photographed on a Point Reyes beach earlier this week.…
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Tahoe
Tahoe Ski Resorts Announce Opening Dates for the 2023-24 Winter Season
Winter is just around the corner in Northern California, with our first snow of the season possibly coming to the…
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Outdoors
National Park Etiquette: What Not to Do When Visiting Northern California’s Treasures
As the summer travel season in our glorious National Parks winds down, the enchanting fall season invites visitors with its…
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