Tucked away in California's coastal city of Carlsbad, Calavera Nature Preserve is a surprisingly scenic destination. This 110-acre preserve is home to the stunning man-made Lake Calavera, a series of ...

If you love getting outside and exploring nature, California offers some fantastic opportunities to do just that. With its diverse landscapes, you can find everything from mountains and forests to ...

From the moment I set foot in the state, I knew that nature in California was something beyond exceptional. I’ve spent years exploring its landscapes, from towering mountains to sunbaked deserts, and ...

Beaches. Mountains. Deserts. Cities. California has a lot, and it’s known for a lot, but in the mix of some of the most incredible scenery in the United States, one excellent feature is often ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a monthly feature on notable regional parks in Orange County, which is rich with places to get outside and have fun with the family and explore nature. Carbon Canyon ...

California: State of Nature is now open at the California Academy of Sciences! The new permanent exhibition showcases the natural beauty of four distinct ecosystems: forests, coasts, deserts, and ...