Victorville sits right in the heart of the Mojave Desert. This town has grown into a real gem for folks looking to stretch their retirement dollars. The cost of living here makes your pension go much ...

Petaluma’s farm-to-table trend dates all the way back to the California Gold Rush of the mid-1800s. It’s still a culinary ...

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

So why is Western States such a big deal in ultra running? In this article, we took a look at this iconic endurance race, ...

Grass Valley is what happens when gold rush history meets small-town sweetness. This Sierra Nevada foothills town has more charm per square foot than most places have in their entire city limits. The ...

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 ...

In the 1800s, gold, silver and copper booms lured miners and immigrants looking for a better life. Though the mines eventually closed, visitors are fortunate to visit these fascinating destinations ...

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 ...

Many states have circles, squares or other shapes for their highway signs, but California’s were designed to be spade-shaped in a nod to the miners that came to the state during the gold rush.

Once a switch-out station along the Old Oregon Trail, a 54-acre California ranch has hit the real estate market for under $1 million.