Outdoors
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6 orchards in California perfect for apple picking, baked goods, & fall fun
Discover the best orchards in California to visit this fall for apple picking and all the seasonal fun!
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Now is your last chance to see the Milky Way’s center over California
In September, the Milky Way may be best seen in the middle of the month, when the moon is less bright.
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Campground opens on Santa Cruz Island in remote national park
The remote Channel Islands National Park will open a campground near Prisoners Harbor on the north side of Santa Cruz Island at the end of the month.
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California expands Free Fourth Grade Pass for state parks. How to get one
California fourth graders in the 2026-27 school year now have access to dozens of state parks through the Free Fourth Grade Pass.
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How do we handle grief amid the death of Jackie the eagle?
For years, fans from around the world bonded with Jackie the eagle, her mate, Shadow, and their eaglets, via the Friends of Big Bear Valley’s 24-hour nest cam.
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HGTV names best free attractions in California. Take a look
HGTV recently rounded up the best free things to do in every state, including some of the best free attractions in California.
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6 waterfalls in California you can actually swim in
These waterfalls in California aren’t just perfect selfie backdrops—dive right in.
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Your guide to the John Muir Trail
With insight into the history of the trail, permit preparation, and advice from an experienced thru-hiker, this is your guide to the John Muir Trail.
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Where to head for the most scenic dispersed camping spots in California
Planning a camping trip? Explore the best dispersed camping spots in California, from Big Sur’s coastal ridges to remote forests and scenic desert hideaways.
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When is the next full moon? How to see the buck moon in California
The annual buck moon coincides with the peak of the Alpha Carpicornids and the Southern Delta Aquariids meteor showers.
