California is a place of magnificent tectonic forces that lift mountains only for them to be constantly eroded by glaciers, wind and rain, ground down to one of the most basic commodities on Earth: ...

California is a place of magnificent tectonic forces that lift mountains only for them to be constantly eroded by glaciers, wind and rain, ground down to one of the most basic commodities on Earth: ...

Pismo Beach on California’s Central Coast offers 17 miles of sand, pretty dunes, surfing, and seafood, making it a laid-back ...

A wealthy beachside town in California is running out of sand. The situation is so desperate, city officials have started scouring the Pacific Ocean looking for a new source. The San Clemente City ...

Nature never ceases to amaze those who take the time to connect with it. Whether it's roaring red landscapes, remote barrier islands, or gigantic redwoods, nature appears in all shapes and sizes, ...

From rugged coves to sandy stretches, these California beaches offer great sea glass hunting opportunities and a relaxing ...

A Death Valley tourist suffered third-degree burns trekking the California sand dunes without his flip-flops, according to rangers. Photo from National Park Service A Death Valley National Park ...

California’s sandy beaches have long been places of childhood ritual and seaside whimsy, building castles, digging tunnels, and lightly burying a friend up to their chin in warm sand while the Pacific ...

ASHLAND, Ore.— In response to a petition and lawsuit by the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today protected the sand dune phacelia as a threatened species under the ...