Jalama Beach, along California's Central Coast, offers oceanside camping in one of the most desolate locations available.
Report: 'America's Best Idea Meets America's Worst Idea'
May 23, 2013 3:47 PM
by Zach Behrens
National Parks:
With Memorial Day weekend signaling summer vacation season, a congressional report looks at the damage of the sequester.
Wildfire in Death Valley Contained, Scotty's Castle Closure Remains
May 23, 2013 1:47 PM
by Chris Clarke
National Parks:
Damage is less extensive than had been feared, but the castle and its immediate evirons will stay closed until everything's back to normal.
National Parks:
A fire of unknown cause is burning near the historic Scotty's Castle in Death Valley National Park, and part of the park near the castle has been closed to visitors.
Volunteer Work to Begin in Santa Monica Mountains After Wildfire
May 15, 2013 6:00 PM
by Zach Behrens
National Parks:
With the 24,000-acre Springs Fire fully controlled, officials in the Santa Monica Mountains are beginning restoration, making sure habitat and recreational opportunities get back to normal. On Friday, volunteers will take to Rancho Sierra Vista, removing tracks made by...
Some Trails to Reopen in Santa Monica Mountains Following Fire
May 13, 2013 5:20 PM
by Zach Behrens
Openings & Closings:
Miles of pathways throughout the Santa Monica Mountains will reopen after full control of a wildfire that ripped through 24,000 acres earlier this month.
Mountain Lion Attacks Off-Duty Ranger at Redwoods
May 10, 2013 4:39 PM
by Zach Behrens
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California Foraging: San Gabrielino
Make a salad -- and some croquettes -- using wild SoCal ingredients.
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