RAINY DAY PLAN: How to Hike Muir Woods Without the Crowds (Feb. 1-2)The Fern Creek Trail offers a tranquil hike in Muir Woods, away from the crowds, featuring scenic views and a unique moss-covered bridge.
Charred by fire, these grand California redwoods rise again. How to hike among themThe Redwood Loop Trail demonstrates nature's resilience after the CZU Lightning Complex fire, with significant regrowth visible four years later.
This California City Is the Best Picnic Destination in the U.S. for Its Climate and Park AccessibilityDining al fresco in well-chosen destinations like Thousand Oaks enhances the picnic experience, making it more enjoyable and accessible.
Mountain lion bites 5-year-old picnicking with family at California park, officials sayA mountain lion attacked a 5-year-old boy at Malibu State Creek Park during a picnic; the boy sustained significant but non-life-threatening injuries.