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 ...

This story originally appeared in the Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008 edition of the. The Lassen Peak Hike is listed as strenuous by ...

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

While towering peaks and vast, verdant forests capture nature’s grandeur, there are places where the planet’s raw and untamed power is on full display. And where else does nature's beauty show off ...

Hollywood actor, producer and martial arts instructor Chuck Norris can add another moniker to his repertoire: Seasoned mountain climber. The “Delta Force” and “Walker, Texas Ranger” star announced on ...