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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s Mist Trail is Currently Overflowing with Water. Here’s What it Looks Like.
The Mist Trail in Yosemite National Park is known to push water onto the steps ascending up to the top…
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Tahoe
Thousands of Cyclists to Gather for Charity Event on Lake Tahoe Roadways this Weekend
This weekend, Lake Tahoe’s highways will teem with thousands of cyclists for the 30th edition of America’s Most Beautiful Bike…
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Tahoe
5 State Parks Open for Day Use in the Tahoe Basin
Sugar Pine State Park The Sierra State Parks Foundation has recently announced that several state parks located in California’s Tahoe…
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Video
WATCH: Bear Gets Swept Downstream Trying to Swim Across the Raging Yuba River
View this post on Instagram A post shared by KCRA (@kcranews) Over the past weekend in Nevada County, a black…
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North Coast
How Scientists Are Using Lasers to Measure Northern California’s Giant Redwoods
The towering California redwoods, some of the planet’s most ancient and tallest trees, present a unique challenge when it comes…
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Outdoors
Study: Natural Disasters Impact 18% of Camping Plans
Camping is one of the great past times in Northern California, but weather and wildfires have significantly impacted campsite availability…
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Outdoors
Sempervirens Fund Expands Big Basin Redwoods State Park Conservation Area
The Sempervirens Fund announced the purchase of a 16.5-acre tract of forest, known as the Sterrenzee Ridgetop, which is situated…
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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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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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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s Most Popular Trail is Dangerous. A $5 Million Upgrade Hopes to Make it Safer.
Yosemite National Park’s Mist Trail, a seven-mile trek attracting up to 4,000 daily visitors during summer weekends, is renowned for…
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Outdoors
How to Enjoy the Shasta-Trinity National Forest Safely this Memorial Day Weekend
As the United States prepares to commemorate Memorial Day, honoring the lives of military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice,…
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Tahoe
Inaugural Summit of 50 Regional Leaders Hopes to Tackle Lake Tahoe’s Litter Problem
Photo: Clean Up the Lake The inaugural Lake Tahoe Litter Summit, organized by the non-profit Clean Up The Lake ,…
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Lassen
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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Yosemite-Mammoth
Photos Show Yosemite National Park Flooded as Historic Snowpack Continues to Melt
Photo: Yosemite National Park Recent images from California’s Yosemite National Park reveal the dramatic extent of flooding caused by melting…
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Shasta Cascade
Spring Mushroom Season Comes Alive in the Shasta McCloud Area
The Shasta-Trinity National Forest, known for its spring wildflowers, hunting, and fishing, is also a popular destination for those on…
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Tahoe
Historic Snowfall Will Keep Many Tahoe Campsites Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
As the summer season approaches, Lake Tahoe is gradually warming up, but the pace is not sufficient to eliminate the…
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Destinations
4 NorCal Beaches Make List of ‘Best Hidden Beaches’ in America
Wildcat Beach ranked #8 nationally for the “best hidden beaches,” likely because of the beautiful Alamere Falls. Photo by Matt Bennett.…
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Wildlife
New Agreement Hopes to Bring Salmon and Sturgeon Back to the Yuba River
In an ambitious effort to restore watershed and boost native fish species in California, a collaboration between state, federal, and…
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Tahoe
Statistics Reveal this Year’s Intense Winter Over Donner Summit
In a report released by the Kingvale Communications Center, it was revealed just how extraordinary the 2022/2023 winter season was…
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Wildlife
California Imposes Full Closure on Salmon Fishing in Select Waterways
In a bid to save dwindling Chinook salmon populations, the California Fish and Game Commission has voted unanimously to impose…
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Stories
Proposed American River Reservoir Could Bring Significant Water Storage to Northern California
Folsom Lake In response to ongoing calls for greater water storage capacity, a study of the American River Basin has…
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North Coast
Long-Awaited Trail Will Connect Arcata and Eureka Along Humboldt Bay
Humboldt Bay Trail The long-awaited Humboldt Bay Trail, linking the cities of Eureka and Arcata, had its official groundbreaking ceremony…
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News
Sierra Nevada Conservancy Considers $22.5 Million in Wilderness Projects Throughout Northern California
The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC), a state agency based in California, is set to convene for a critical board meeting…
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Destinations
Two NorCal Campsites Named on List of Best Places to Camp in the Pacific Region
The Dyrt has recently unveiled its 2023 Best Places To Camp: Top 10 in the Pacific Region, largely based on…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Installation of Half Dome Cables Delayed Due to Historic Snowfall in Yosemite
Heavy snowfall has delayed the installation of posts and cables that facilitate hikers’ climb to the summit of Half Dome.…
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News
The Daunting Snow Removal Operation on Yosemite’s Tioga Road is Underway
After an exceptional winter, Yosemite’s high country is still deeply covered in snow, making the spring clearance of Tioga Road…
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Shasta Cascade
Surging Water Flows Could Bring Danger on the McCloud River
McCloud Dam spilling over. Photo: PG&E Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (PG&E) has issued a warning regarding the potential surge…
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Sports
This Mountain is the Last Ski Resort Still Open in Tahoe. It’s Not Closing Anytime Soon.
In the wake of an extraordinary winter season that brought a staggering 723 inches of snow to its slopes (with…
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News
Yosemite Announces Partial Closure with Flooding Anticipated this Week
Yosemite National Park has announced the closure of specific campgrounds, prompting travelers heading there this week to reconsider their plans.…
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Video
Giant Yosemite Avalanche Caught on Camera
A substantial avalanche occurred earlier this month in Tenaya Canyon, Yosemite National Park, as witnessed by Jeremy Evans from the…
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Video
Kayaker Performs Death-Defying Drop Off Middle McCloud Falls
During the winter or springtime at McCloud Falls, the flows become heavy enough for death defying kayak stunts. Although the…
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Waterfalls
Overhead Video Shows a Closed Feather Falls Bursting with Water
After the North Complex Fire burned through the Feather River Canyon, a complete closure of the area was issued, with…
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Destinations
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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Destinations
The 8 Most Beautiful Lakes in Northern California
Northern California, synonymous with unparalleled natural beauty, is renowned for its diverse and mesmerizing landscapes. The region encompasses the majestic…
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Lassen
How the Lake Almanor Earthquakes are Related to Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Peak looks over Lake Almanor. Photo by Ryan C. Two magnitude 5 earthquakes hit the Lake Almanor area over a…
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Events
Cushing Crossing Pond-Skimming Event Returns to Palisades Tahoe
Photo: Palisades Tahoe The 31st Annual Cushing Crossing pond-skimming event, widely recognized as the premier event of the spring season,…
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Sports
This Northern California Mountain Biking Trail is One of the Longest Descents in North America
Photo: Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship There are plenty of great places to mountain bike in Northern California, but for our…
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News
What’s Going on at Trinity Lake?
As of May 9, most reservoirs in California are over or near their historical average capacity. But there’s a glaring…
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Shasta Cascade
Shasta Lake Reaches its Highest Water Levels in Nearly 4 Years
Following substantial rain and snowfall in Northern California this winter, the water level of Lake Shasta is now at its…
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Bay Area
2 Dead Whales Wash Ashore on Point Reyes Beaches
Two gray whales were discovered dead this past weekend on beaches at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County, authorities…
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Wildlife
Groundbreaking Partnership Promises to Return Salmon to Waterways Above Shasta Dam
According to legend, when white settlers arrived in Northern Californian in the 1800’s, there were so many salmon in the…
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Tahoe
Hiking into the Abandoned Donner Summit Train Tunnels in Truckee, California
Photo by Stephen Leonardi It’s one of the most rare adventures in Northern California. Nestled in Northern California, Lake Tahoe offers…
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Bay Area
Remembering the Serial Killer Who Terrorized Northern California Hikers in the 1980’s
A trail in Point Reyes National Seashore. Photo by Alexis Marts. In the wake of the arrest of the notorious Trailside…
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Waterfalls
Prepare to Get Wet on Yosemite’s Mist Trail
The waterfalls of Yosemite National Park are world famous for their size and veracity. There’s the popular waterfalls like Yosemite…
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North Coast
Trash to Treasure: Exploring Nature’s Art at Fort Bragg’s Glass Beach
Photo by Joshua Sortino It was common practice in the early 1900’s to just throw your trash in the ocean. Today,…
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Wildlife
COVID-19 Virus Detected in Free-Ranging California Wildlife for the First Time
Photo: California Department of Fish and Wildlife SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, has been discovered for the first time…
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North Coast
New Book Highlights Kid-Friendly Hikes in Humboldt County
A new book aimed at encouraging kids and families to explore the natural wonders of Humboldt County has been launched.…
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Butte
Before and After Photos Show a Complete Water Transformation at Lake Oroville
In the past few months, Northern California has experienced storms that have brought some relief to the severe drought afflicting…
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Outdoors
Missed the Northern Lights? Here’s How to See Them in Northern California.
We’re often asked how people can see the Aurora Borealis in Northern California. It’s not easy to see, but there…
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Outdoors
Missing Climber Found After 12-hour ‘Mega-Rescue’ on Mount Shasta
Photo: Mount Shasta Avalanche Center After a 12-hour-long rescue operation that started late Friday night, a climber who went missing…
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Video
This Is Northern California’s Biggest Rope Swing Ever Made
You’ve likely heard of the professional cliff jumping crew of Northern California. They’ve been featured across international media channels for…
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Sports
WATCH: Skier Nearly Dies Attempting Insane Jump Over the Truckee River
A bucket-list jump for a Tahoe skier nearly had him plummet into a ravine with a gushing river. He barely…
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News
Survey Reveals California Snowpack Sits at 254% of Average
Photo: California Department of Water Resources The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently conducted the fifth snow survey of…
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Waterfalls
Helicopter Footage Shows Yosemite’s Waterfalls Gushing During the Flooding Closure
Following a historic winter throughout California, Yosemite National Park was forced to close from April 28 through May 3 due…
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Destinations
These Volcanic Sand Dunes in Northern California are a Colorful Masterpiece of Nature
For anyone willing to make the tricky trek to the top of Lassen’s Cinder Cone, the view you find at…
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Wildlife
Thousands of Blue Creatures Wash Ashore on California Beaches. What the Heck Are They?
Visitors to California beaches are seeing weird little creatures along the beach in the month of April. So what the…
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Outdoors
This Beautiful California Lake Doesn’t Have Any Fish
Mono Lake, located in California’s Eastern Sierra region, is a unique and fascinating body of water that has been attracting…
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Destinations
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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Outdoors
Nearly 800 Camping Reservations Canceled in the Plumas National Forest Due to Snow
Photo via Tamara Schmidt/Plumas National Forest The transition from winter to spring and summer is causing some difficulties for the…
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Shasta Cascade
Expect to See Smoke from Controlled Burns Near Mount Shasta
Photo: U.S. Forest Service The Shasta Trinity National Forest has announced that it plans to begin the McBride Vegetation Project…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite Now Plans to Reopen Sooner Than Expected After Small Rise in Merced River
After Yosemite National Park announced it would be closed through May 3, the park now plans to partially reopen early…
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Stories
Two Bridges with the Same Name Tell a Fascinating Story of Northern California’s History
In July 1848, John Bidwell discovered gold in a canyon of the Feather River, leading to the establishment of Bidwell’s…
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News
June Lake Loop Opens for the Spring Season in the Eastern Sierra
The June Lake Loop, which takes vehicles to four lakes in Mono County, is now open following a snowy winter…
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Shasta Cascade
Lake Shasta Approaches Full Pool for the First Time in Nearly Two Years
Shasta Lake is currently approaching full pool levels, a milestone that hasn’t been achieved in nearly two years. This news…
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Outdoors
The Trout Season Opener is Happening this Weekend. Here’s Where to Fish in Northern California.
Photo by Robson Hatsukami Morgan Saturday, April 29th is truly a magnificent holiday. It’s the time of year when you get…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Most of Yosemite National Park to Close in Anticipation of Flooding
Flooding took over the Yosemite Valley in April of 2018 Yosemite National Park is set to close a large portion…
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Outdoors
Stunning Views of the Aurora Borealis Seen Across Northern California
Photo by McKayla Crump Regions of Northern California were treated to a unique spectacle on Sunday evening extending into Monday morning,…
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Stories
The Short and Spectacular History of the Lassen Peak Fire Lookout
The newly-built Lassen Peak fire lookout in 1913. Photo by Olan Hampton via NPS. In 1913, the Forest Service built…
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Shasta Cascade
Former Navy Seal Climbs and Skis Down Mt. Shasta in ‘Fastest Known Time’
Photo via @jkos220/IG Former Navy Seal Jack Kuenzle from Roxbury, Connecticut, achieved a brand-new Fastest Known Time (FKT) for skiing…
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Tahoe
Buried Cars in South Lake Tahoe are Beginning to Emerge from the Historic Snowfall
Lake Tahoe, California, has experienced unprecedented snowfall this season, causing ski resorts and homes to be submerged beneath thick layers…
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Outdoors
Be Prepared for Dangerous Water Conditions Throughout NorCal this Spring
California is received record snowfall this winter, which has been the main contributor to the most significant snowpack in the…
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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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Video
Meet the Man Who Built an Off-the-Grid Watertopia Along the Trinity River
There are plenty of people who have built great properties in Northern California. While some people may point to the…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
This Mammoth Backcountry Cornice is the Things Nightmares Are Made Of
When snow falls on the mountains of Northern California, skiers and snowboarders delight in the backcountry adventures offered to them.…
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Stories
This Man Gave Up His Japanese Citizenship to Become a Park Ranger at Muir Woods
Paul Myers / Parks Conservancy It’s not everyday someone gives up their citizenship to pursue a career, but that’s exactly…
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History
Historic Video Footage Shows Scenes Around Tahoe in the Early 1900’s
Northern California was much different 100 years ago. The developed roads and landmarks we know so well today are just…
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Wildlife
VIDEO: Roosevelt Elk Take Down ‘Wild Elk’ Sign in Redwood National Park
Photo: Terry Feuerborn Roosevelt Elk are known to call the Redwood National Park home. There are seven herds in the…
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Destinations
Entrance to National Parks is Free this Weekend. Here’s Where to Go in Northern California.
Photo by Javier Quesada The National Park Service allows free entrance into all National Parks for five days every year. The…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
How the Historic Sierra Snowpack will Impact Yosemite National Park this Summer
Photo by Mick Haupt The immense snowpack in the Sierra Nevada this year has dramatically altered Yosemite National Park, and the…
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Butte
Injured Hiker Airlifted Out of Table Mountain Near Phantom Falls
Photo: CalFire CalFire Butte County responded to a report of an injured hiker on Saturday afternoon, airlifting the person from…
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Butte
Lake Oroville Flows Increased to Assist in Spring Salmon Releases
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has temporarily raised the release of water from Lake Oroville to the Feather…
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Sacramento
7-Foot Alligator Discovered in the American River. How Did it Get There?
Photo: California Department of Fish and Wildlife In an unexpected turn of events, a 7-foot alligator was discovered in the…
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Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Sees its Best Water Clarity in 40 Years
In 2022, Lake Tahoe’s waters were exceptionally blue, with the highest clarity recorded since the 1980s. According to a report…
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Video
Watch This Incredible 30-Year-Old Video Of A Fly Fishing Legend Rippin’ Lips On The Upper Sac
The Ted Fay Fly Shop in Dunsmuir has been known to produce some of the best anglers our area has…
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Stories
Man Has Lived Off-the-Grid in the NorCal Redwoods for 50 Years. Now the Compound is Worth $6 Million.
In 1968, Charles Bello and his wife Vanna Rae bought 400 acres of redwood forested land in Mendocino County and…
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Destinations
Find Whale Watching, White Sand Beaches and Historic Landmarks at Mendocino Headlands State Park
Mendocino Headlands State Park is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Located adjacent to the village of Mendocino, the park surrounds the…
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Sports
Here Are All of the Closing Dates for Ski Resorts in Northern California for the 2022/23 Season
Photo: Palisades Tahoe It was a legendary winter in Northern California. But with spring moving its way into the region,…
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Wildlife
Is There a Brand-New Wolfpack in Northern California? Photos Show Unidentified Wolves in Sierra Foothills.
Trail cam photo of the new wolves spotted in Tehama County. Photo by Brian Baly State officials are working to…
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Outdoors
5 Places to Find Blooming Wildflowers in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou As the long winter of 2019 finally comes to a close, the wildflowers of…
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Outdoors
The Snowiest Winters in Tahoe History: 812 Inches of Snow Buries the Railroad in 1952
The winter of 1952 in Tahoe is remembered for its record-breaking snowstorms, which caused avalanches, trapped trains, closed roads, and…
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Wildlife
‘California Salmon are in Dire Straits’: State Officials Expected to Shut Down Salmon Fishing
Officials are expected to shut down all commercial and recreational salmon fishing in California and much of Oregon for 2023…
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Outdoors
Despite Historic Rainfall, Trinity Lake Remains Dreadfully Low. Here’s Why.
As of April 1st, most reservoirs in California are at, over, or near their historical average capacity. But there’s a…
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Outdoors
Unlocking California’s $4.4 Billion Water Solution: When Will Sites Reservoir Finally Be Completed?
For decades, California has been relying on an extensive reservoir system to provide the majority of its drinking and irrigation…
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Video
Rare Video Shows 30 Orcas Brutally Attacking Whales in Monterey Bay
On Thursday, a rare occurrence of orcas attacking adult gray whales was recorded in Monterey Bay. Evan Brodsky, who was…
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News
California Surpasses its Largest Snowpack in Recorded History
Photo by Scott Gaffney California has experienced a record-breaking snow season this year, surpassing the previous record set in 1982-83.…
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Wildlife
Point Reyes Tule Elk Herds Bounce Back After Devastating Drought Die-Off
Photo by Hari Nandakumar Tule elk herds at Point Reyes National Seashore have shown significant recovery this winter after a considerable…
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News
It’s Official: Mammoth Mountain Surpasses its All-Time Snowfall Record
Photo: Mammoth Mountain Mammoth Mountain has officially experienced a winter for the record books, surpassing their all-time snowfall record this…
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Shasta Cascade
The Views at this NorCal Lookout are Simply Eye Popping – And You Can Stay Here For the Night
Imagine waking up in a historic lookout tower with sweeping views of Mount Shasta, the Castle Crags, and Lassen Peak.…
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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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News
This California Lake was Drained Decades Ago. It’s Reappearing Amidst Historic Rainfall.
Photo: California Department of Water Resources Tulare Lake, a historical landmark in California, is on the brink of re-emerging due…
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