At 8:32 a.m. on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted with explosive force—the largest volcanic event in U.S. history. A 5.1-magnitude earthquake triggered a massive landslide that tore away the ...

CHESTER — The final snowpack survey of the year took a bit more effort for the PG&E team at Lassen Volcanic National Park. In the dense, late April snow, PG&E hydrographers drilled through 211 inches ...

California is known for its stunning outdoor spaces, but not all great parks get the spotlight they deserve. If you’re ...

In about the time it takes to drive from San Francisco to Yosemite Valley or Lake Tahoe, you could be starting a hike to the top of one of California's tallest volcanoes. September is the magic month ...

For winter dreams of skiing down glistening white slopes and spending time in snow-covered lodges, big snowfall is a must. Ski resorts often market their locations as "the snowiest" in a state or ...