How to Stop Vandalism in National Parks and Beyond [opinion]
Vandalism in National Parks has seen a sharp spike in recent years. In the last two months four major cases took the national stage. How will we stop it?
Chimani National Parks App: Free, Offline, and Full of Information
Backpackers.com — The confluence of the outdoors and technology has been a long, steady upward curve. Some may call it an exponential explosion these days as all manner of gadgets, new-fangled materials, and ever-connected social media campaigns dominate the wilderness world. This proliferation has (of course) made its way to smartphones. Nature-focused apps can be […]
Thru Hiking the Santa Monica Mountains: 67 Mile Backbone Trail is Complete
Thru-hike the Santa Monica Mountains with the Backbone Trail, 67 miles from Point Magu into Santa Monica, with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Spring Hikes: Point Reyes Forest to Sea Hike, California
Want to explore a National Seashore just north of San Francisco? Check out this Point Reyes forest to sea hike, great for hiking or backpacking.
NPMaps: All National Park Maps in One Place [interview]
We interview the creator of NPMaps, a site with all the National Park maps in one place. (Well, almost all.) Browse, download, trek at your leisure.
A Whole Week of Free National Parks: April 16-25
April 16-25 marks the centennial celebration of the National Park Service with a week of free National Parks. Get all of the info here.
20 Hilarious One-Star Yelp Reviews of National Parks
We sourced 20 one-star Yelp reviews of National Parks for your viewing pleasure. Experience the majesty of the National Parks — or, not so much.
Watch Bald Eagles Live on The Channel Islands
The Sauces Canyon live cam on Santa Cruz Island provides a direct window to watch bald eagles live. Here’s a small history of the process, and other live cams.
Winter Hikes: The Condor Gulch to High Peaks Loop, Pinnacles National Park
The Condor Gulch to High Peaks Loop is a 5-6 mile trail in Pinnacles National Park. See the majesty, and maybe a condor or two.
Must See: West of the West, A Tale of The Channel Islands in California
The Channel Islands are called the crown jewels of California’s coast for a reason. Watch this epic documentary on the history of these eight islands.