The wooded landscape, located near Boulder Creek along Highway 236 at the eastern edge of Big Basin Redwoods State Park, has ...

Discover California's towering redwood trees at this state park, tucked in the Santa Cruz Mountains, which features remote groves and serene hiking.

The James Irvine Trail is an easy and scenic hike through Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. Towering ancient redwoods and a calm forest atmosphere lead hikers toward the coastal landscape of Fern ...

Located in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, the James Irvine Trail offers a peaceful hike through lush forest. The route begins near the visitor center and continues toward Fern Canyon. Leavitt ...

Make the most of the rainy season by visiting one of these favorite, awe-inspiring waterfalls in the north bay.

There was a feeling in the air of curiosity, wondering what would happen on this hike and where the paths would take us. And as we walked through this park I had known my whole life, I reflected on ...

Big Basin Redwoods, a park of giant trees nestled in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, is adding a major slice of land.

A San Francisco conservation group has reached an agreement to purchase 200 acres in northwest Sonoma County that will expand its existing old-growth redwood reserve east of Stewarts Point and Salt ...

Just because it’s a little chillier outside doesn’t mean you can’t bundle up and spend time moving and learning outdoors on the Peninsula.

California State Parks Foundation announced it is accepting nominations for the 2026 “Best of California’s State Parks” poll. Californians are invited to share their favorite state parks across 12 ...