This fascinating state park in California is home to a pygmy forest: groves of older trees that are extremely short compared to other trees. Find out more.

Less famous but just as unforgettable, these state parks showcase iconic landscapes without the long lines at America’s ...

The California State Parks Foundation is hosting a photo contest where people can submit their favorite snapshots of the ...

Looking for a coastal location that's off the beaten path? This state park close to downtown Santa Cruz offers stunning views ...

The lease extensions come just over a year after the council approved plans to transform much of northeastern Mission Bay into climate-friendly marshland — including the current Campland site.

If you’re looking to avoid the crowds, you might want to consider visiting one of the thousands of state parks across the ...

Most comments agree that the nickname isn’t used much among those born here, but is common elsewhere in the U.S. “Native ...

Boat inspections are among the few weapons in California’s arsenal for protecting its lakes and reservoirs from being invaded ...

Long Beach's emergency teams, including lifeguards and firefighters, respond to multiple after-hours swimming incidents amid ...

ESCC crew lead Marta Cigalla led an all-trans trail crew in the deep Trump country of Klamath National Forest last summer, ...

Learn how California is trying to fend off golden mussels, a dangerous new invader in state waters with a reputation for ...

The removal of 21 children from a Los Angeles-area couple has put a spotlight on the practice of using surrogates to build a ...