You might think of sunshine and warm weather when you think of California. But this is a huge state with a variety of climates, which means there are plenty of beautiful options for California winter hiking and other snow sports, too. If you’re unsure where to start when it comes to California winter hiking, we’ve… Read more »
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Safety Tips For Waterfall Hikes
“Nature, for me is raw and dangerous and difficult and beautiful and unnerving.” -Andy Goldsworthy Hiking to a waterfall can be one of the most rewarding outings in nature — but nestled in the beauty are also some lurking dangers. Horror stories abound of hikers needing to be airlifted, soaking wet, off slippery boulders. Or… Read more »
Best L.A. Hikes For A Great Workout
Hikes are a great, fun activity for those leisurely days when you just want to get out into nature — but they’re also a fantastic way to get in a good workout! One of the perks of living in Los Angeles is the year-round access to outdoor activity, and these five hikes will let you… Read more »
Roadtripping California Deserts with Roadsurfer
You’ve no doubt heard or seen a lot about #vanlife online over the past few years. Especially in the outdoor community, it’s become a fun way for people with flexible schedules to get to spend even more time in the outdoors and on the road, bouncing around from one gorgeous, scenic locale to the next.… Read more »
China Ranch Loop Trail
This moderate loop hike takes you from the China Ranch Date Farm along Willow Creek — a major tributary of the Amargosa River — and to a fun slot canyon. Along the way, you’ll hike through lush riparian ribbons of green in an otherwise stark desert before joining up with California’s seventh longest river, which… Read more »
Our New Newsletter is Coming
It’s almost a new year, which means it’s as good a time as any for a bit of a shake up right? This January, I’ve decided to try a few things. First off, I’m taking a personal and mostly professional Dry January from social media. I am what the pundit types refer to as an… Read more »
Ricardo and Desert View Loop in Red Rock Canyon State Park
First thing’s first — this is NOT the well-known Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas. This is the smaller, less-traveled, but still stunning Red Rock Canyon State Park in California, just off the 14 between Mojave and Indian Wells. If you’re trying to find information about this park, you will likely spend… Read more »
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What is Going on with P-22?
Update 12/22: After rumors about what was going to happen to the body of P-22, Miguel Ordeñana — the wildlife biologist at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County who first captured the cat on film — has posted some clarifications. P-22’s remains are currently being held at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park,… Read more »
Hikers Airlifted off the Three Tees Trail
On Sunday afternoon, hikers were airlifted off the Three Tees Trail — a high-altitude trail that links Icehouse Canyon to Manker Flat at the base of the Mount Baldy Ski Area via Timber Mountain, Telegraph Peak, and Thunder Mountain. During the warm months, this route is a tough leg-buster, but it isn’t necessarily technical. But… Read more »