Gregory Thomas

Concerns about overtourism in Big Sur have led a citizens group there to urge Monterey County to impose a moratorium on new lodging developments.

A concept floated since the 1980s to convert an old Northern California rail line into a pathway for hikers and bicyclists is taking shape.

A permit program for hiking to Fern Canyon in Humboldt County is changing this year to give walk-up visitors a better chance to experience the majestic place.

After a five-year hiatus, the iconic High Sierra Camps laid out across Yosemite’s granite backcountry are slated to open to guests July 5.

The challenging 25-mile stretch of coast usually takes backpackers 3 days. This runner completed it in under 5-1/2 hours.

A major rockfall near Nevada Fall has covered 1,000 feet of the popular John Muir Trail with boulders, trees and debris, according to Yosemite National park.

This Sea Bass Recipe is simple yet bursting with flavor and courtesy of Captain Carl, father of the proprietor of Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys.

Beth Rodden's new memoir, 'A Light Through the Cracks,' reads like the private diary of one of rock climbing's most influential figures of the 21st century.

Two climbers were caught in an avalanche high on Mount Shasta – and one was badly injured – necessitating an 11-hour rescue with about 20 responders.

Beginning this year, backpackers who want to overnight on the Lost Coast Trail in Northern California will have to pay a fee for the first time.