The Empire Mine State Historic Park preserves one of California’s richest gold mines. Visitors can look down the mine shaft that extends an amazing 5,000 feet into the earth! The mine owner’s cottage ...

The birds are already under threat. Urban development has shrunk their habitat, and invasive European starlings are usurping ...

The world is full of stunning landscapes that take your breath away, but some places are so exceptional in their natural beauty and ecological importance that they earn global recognition. UNESCO ...

A Travel + Leisure A-List advisor shares how to plan, what to expect, and what to do after summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain.

Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, draws adventurers worldwide. Discover key facts about this iconic mountain and learn essential tips on how to prepare for a safe and successful ascent ...

Mount Healthy City Schools has made progress in its financial situation but will face more cuts. This may even include cutting sports.

Four climbers went up and down Everest in under a week with the help of xenon gas—a record-breaking ascent that has ignited controversy in the mountaineering world.

The hiker, a Brazilian in her 20s, had been unreachable since Saturday, when she fell while climbing Mount Rinjani.

Authorities lifted an evacuation warning for residents near Mount Diablo after a wildfire broke out on the mountain Monday just as fire crews also had to fight a wildfire in Rodeo, officials said.

WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - One Connecticut high school student set a record after climbing Mount Everest. “It was truly an incredible experience,” said 17-year-old Emma Schwerin. The high ...

Nicholas Vizzini, 29, and his climbing partner triggered the avalanche as they were descending a slope, the National Park Service said.

Warmer weather means more active snakes, according to California State Parks. With summer approaching, Mount Diablo State Park has provided a list of snake safety tips for hikers and park-goers.