Wellness & nature

The 10,064-foot peak of Mount Baldy rises in the distance over Los Angeles, attracting hikers and mountaineers all year long. And while there are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors on the tallest peak i...

Los Angeles hides many portals to other worlds where you least expect them. The ultimate proof of this urban magic sits nestled in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Following an extended closure for a...

Summer is almost here, which means it’s officially time to trade indoor plans for beach days, hiking trails, sunset walks, and every excuse possible to spend more time outside. Luckily, California State P...

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are few places in the state that are quite like this spot. Stretching along the Central Coast near Pismo Beach, the sprawling expanse of sand is the only state park where vi...

California is no stranger to mesmerizing landscapes and fascinating wildlife, from mountain lions to bears. But the ocean is just as extraordinary, a vast world waiting to be explored, home to some of the...

Life in Los Angeles comes with access to dozens of scenic destinations, from Catalina Island to the Vasquez Rocks. But one of the most memorable bucket-list ways to experience the natural beauty region is...

Summer in L.A. is packed with experiences that turn warm nights into something memorable, from open-air concerts to outdoor movie screenings that bring people together under the same sunset sky. And as Pr...

World Ocean Day officially lands on June 8, but across Los Angeles, the celebration stretches far beyond a single day. Throughout June, additional community events and volunteer opportunities to clean up...

California’s wild landscapes don’t really compete with anything else: towering redwoods, jagged coastlines, and desert skies that seem to switch the mood of an entire day. Against the pace of modern life,...

As summer arrives, days get longer, the sun is shining, and weekends and days off are perfect for hitting the beach, camping in the mountains, or simply exploring a night market downtown... But a very ann...