California Trip Roundups

At these creekside, shorefront, and mountaintop spots, the views are so gorgeous that you may never want to go to sleep.

No one likes hiking in a crowd. Get all of the scenery and less of the lines with these alternatives to the big parks.

Spend anywhere from a few memorable hours to a few remarkable days circumnavigating one of these ten lakes.

Head into the wilderness without the hassle of a four-season tent.

This is your year. Start planning one of these life-list hikes and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Strap on your snowshoes and step into one of these unexpected winter destinations.

It was Ansel Adams's favorite park for a reason: Catch the best scenery and the best miles on these six trails.

When the apples fall, the cider flows. Reward yourself with fresh brews near these three hikes.

Search for buried treasure on one of these gem-studded dayhikes, where gathering rocks is legal.

Sharing is for kindergarten. Try one of these hikes to have the wilderness all to yourself.