Sheer drama. That's what the Great Sand Dunes are. Starkly beautiful desert dunes set against a backdrop of pretty, ...

It's famous for its dazzling clear waters and the surrounding towering snow-capped mountains ... even surpassing the amount of visitation Yosemite receives. This influx of tourists, especially ...

Starkly beautiful desert dunes set against a backdrop of pretty, snow-capped mountains—not something ... Nearest airport: Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH) or Reno-Tahoe International Airport ...

Half Dome is one of Yosemite's most iconic ... to the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, with each step revealing a new vista. Whether you're seeking a peaceful stroll or an alpine adventure, the ...

Rental boats are available at the park’s launch area, where a well-weathered sign proclaiming “BEWARE ALLIGATORS DO NOT FEED” ...

Perhaps most importantly for the savvy Massachusetts explorer, spring break timing means you’ll miss both the summer crowds ...

Sun-drenched beaches, celebrities, vibrant cities and dramatic natural landscapes are some of what California is known for.

Tucked away in the far southeast corner of Arizona, Portal snugs up against the bulk of the Chiricahua Mountains, at the mouth of Cave ... ve entered a portal to a different — and far more peaceful — ...

Tucked away in the far southeast corner of Arizona, Portal snugs up against the bulk of the Chiricahua Mountains ... to a different — and far more peaceful — world. This is where you come ...

When a rockslide on state Route 140 forced Caltrans to close a critical entry point into Yosemite National Park, the impact was swift for surrounding communities. On March 17, after a bout of wet ...

Yosemite National Park has been dealing with overcrowding issues for decades, according to National Park Service officials. In 1980, Yosemite welcomed 2 million visitors. By 1996, that number had ...

A main entrance to Yosemite Park in California is closed due to a rockslide, and motorists are asked to take alternate routes, according to officials. It isn't unusual for roads to close at ...