No maps, brown water: Shutdown woes at California’s smallest national park

When Andrew Snow arrived at the campground in Pinnacles National Park in early October, there was a problem. The drinking ...

I visited a national park during the government shutdown. I found closed visitor centers and tourists looking for maps.

I visited Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks during the government shutdown. The trip was great but visitor centers were ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Animals in Sequoia National Park

Most people come to Sequoia National Park to see the biggest trees in the world. But the forest is alive with fascinating ...

California is No. 1 state for hiking in the US. Why it’s a ‘hiker’s paradise

It “earned its crown…with an unparalleled variety of landscapes and the most extensive trail network in the country,” beating ...
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From Bighorn Sheep to Condors: Animals of Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is home to several species that are endemic to the Sierra Nevadas, and many are protected by the park.
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Website ranks most popular Sequoia National Park bike routes

Discover the best cycling routes in Sequoia National Park, from Moro Rock Loop to Mineral Road to Mineral King Valley.
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A Quick Climb Up This Towering Rock In California's Sequoia National Park Pays Off With Unreal Panoramic Views

This short but steep half-mile hike up a massive granite dome in California's Sequoia National Park will take you up 6,700 feet of elevation for stunning views.
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This Portland Park is Actually an Extinct Volcano—and It’s Also The First Urban Quiet Park in the U.S.

Mount Tabor Park in Portland, Oregon, has 176 acres of silent, forested trails within city limits. Recognized as the first ...

A month since Seattle hiker was reported missing in Southern California

Billy Pierson was last seen in early August when he split up with his hiking partner to attempt a solo climb. His car was ...