Zion National Park is stunning and peaceful in winter, with fewer crowds and rare access to scenic drives by personal vehicle ...

The concerns go beyond aesthetics. Even small acts—stepping off trail, abandoning a balloon, scratching bark—can cause ...

Barred owls are known to attack humans and outcompete other endangered owl species. Now, a controversial management strategy ...

On the west side of Olympic National Park, the Hoh Rain Forest receives up to 170 inches of rain each year, creating a world blanketed in moss, ferns, and mist. Often described as a real-life fairy ...

If you work remotely, you have absolute flexibility over your environment, and these California cities can help to provide a ...

During a visit to Yosemite last weekend, 40 years since my first, I found myself sitting happily in front of Half Dome for hours recalling memorable moments from a long string of visits to national ...

Not all nature lovers are created equal. Some of us prefer easy hiking trails with pretty wildflowers, gentle streams, and ...

Stockton offers something rare in California—affordable waterfront living. The city is built around a deep water channel connected to the San Francisco Bay. Retirees enjoy strolling along the ...

Fresno shines as a hidden gem in California’s abundant Central Valley. This city gives retirees big-city perks without the big-city price tag or hassles. Housing here will make your retirement savings ...

To be clear, an act of Congress with a signature by a U.S. president (the pathway to official status) did not confer the ...