There are so many beautiful places to visit in Northern California especially this time of year, it’s hard to pick just one favorite. This is the time of year when the vineyards are filled with colors ...

A sleepy California ... town that was left devastated by the notorious Challenger disaster is experiencing a remarkable comeback thanks to Elon Musk's SpaceX. The little-known town of Lompoc is ...

In June, Caltrans predicted that repairs on the Regent's Slide near the Esalen Institute would finish in "late fall." Now, ...

Julian, a charming town in Southern California, offers a perfect fall getaway with pumpkin and apple picking at Julian Farm and Orchard and a cozy stay at Julian Lodge. When fall in SoCal swings ...

Mendocino was the only town near the Bay Area included. The only other Northern California destination listed was the Humboldt County town of Ferndale, famous for being the hometown of Sonoma ...

The California ... town was named after Kelsey. They argued that the name change would bring 'considerable administrative and financial burdens'. Flaman McCloud Jr., chairman of the Big ...

California condors – known scientifically as Gymnogyps californianus – are imposing vultures. They’re the largest bird ...

In 2017, one of California's largest ever ... long programme had ensured people in the town took regular measures – from clearing up dried leaves around town to fire-proofing their own houses ...

Caltrans recently confirmed there is no opening timeline for the closed stretch of Highway 1 just to the north of San Simeon.

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Big wave surfing is an extreme sport that attracts some of the most daring athletes to locations with massive waves.