The centerpiece is the stunning 3,720-square-foot lodge featuring timbers sourced from a historic train station ...

So why is Western States such a big deal in ultra running? In this article, we took a look at this iconic endurance race, from its unlikely origins to the details that make a silver belt buckle one of ...

Tucked away in the Cuyamaca Mountains just an hour east of San Diego lies Julian, a gold-rush era town that feels like California’s best-kept secret. This mountain hamlet trades coastal palms for pine ...

Sometimes the most extraordinary places hide in plain sight, and Murphys, California proves this theory with the confidence of a town that knows exactly what it’s got going for it. Nestled in the ...

Nevada City and Grass Valley, siblings in Gold Country near Sacramento, have been drawing more visitors than ever.

The five newest National Recreation Trails in six states add nearly 400 miles to the network of more than 1,300 trails.

After a full day on the water, dry off and head to the outdoor movie theater in Pinecrest, where movies are shown under the ...

Once a lifeline for gold seekers and soldiers, California’s Highway S-2 is more than just a scenic drive. From desert crossings to mountain views, this route traces the footsteps of pioneers ...

The ranch last sold in 2016 for $470,000, according to public property records. The rutted trail from Oregon to California helped hunters, fur traders and gold miners travel from state to state.

So, let’s use Volcano as our starting point as we journey east on the Gold Rush Trail, aka, California State Route (CSR) 88. Following along highway 88 east from Volcano, there were a series of ...

And it's happening again in the 21st century. With gold prices at record levels, more than a few people are willing to try and get gold the hard way. This has sparked a mini gold rush in the ...