Between February 10 and 26, for a few minutes at sunset, Horsetail Fall glows like molten lava or cascading fire spilling down El Capitan. It is called the Yosemite "Firefall".
Yosemite Superintendent Ray McPadden discusses Firefall traffic jams and how the national park plans to handle summer ...
With no reservations required for Yosemite's Firefall this year, overcrowding is likely. Here’s how to see Firefall, where to stay, and more.
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One of America’s Most Pristine National Parks Is Only Accessible by Boat—and It's Called the 'Galápagos of North America'
From kayaking cathedral-like caverns to spotting blue whales, this California park delivers rare experiences without the congestion.
Adventure vacation activities in America to test your fitness (and bravery) - These adventures take place in some of ...
From catching Yosemite’s Firefall to biking a car-free Going-to-the-Sun Road, these national park experiences only happen during a brief window.
The giant trees of Sequoia and Kings Canyon national spark wonder and joy among visitors.
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For the first time in the Sierra, scientists snap a GPS collar on one of the nation's rarest mammals
In a major win for conservation efforts to protect the Sierra Nevada red fox, researchers were able to put a GPS collar on ...
The first thing that pops into most people's mind when they think of California is sunny beaches, but don't forget about its stunning array of mountains, too.
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