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California’s first wolf pack to return to the state in over a century, the Lassen Pack, continues to grow in…

A family of bears broke into a Tahoe home recently and had to make a great escape after volunteers with…

Stand By Me is a cult classic movie from 1986 about four curious boys wandering into the wilderness in search…

Bigfoot remains one of the most popular legends and mysteries in the United States. Thousands of sightings and the never…

We have another giveaway! This time, we’ve teamed with Cave Springs Resort in Dunsmuir to offer a 2-night stay for…

Shasta State Historic Park. Photo: Visit Redding In the mid-1800’s, the town of Shasta sitting just 6 miles west of…

Have you always dreamed of working in one of the most beautiful places on Earth? Yosemite National Park is hiring…

In a gripping display of courage and quick thinking, Captain Joshua Haveman, a flight instructor with the 60th Air Evacuation…

My interest with our surrounding volcanic activity has turned from curiosity to obsession. The last eruption of Mount Shasta occurred…

Salmon swimming through Butte Creek in 2021. Photo by Friends of Butte Creek. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has…

California’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) is gearing up for the new water year that began on October 1st, with…

With the arrival of a mild summer and generous fall precipitation, the Lake Tahoe region has seen a reprieve in…

Eager snow enthusiasts at Mammoth Mountain didn’t want to wait for the official winter season to begin. After a recent…

Photo by Erin O’Brien The Trinity Alps Wilderness, located just northwest of Redding, is a gorgeous mountain range providing backpackers with…

As autumn paints its vibrant colors across Northern California, one natural wonder stands above the rest in its seasonal attire.…

Felix Louis N’jai went missing after an apparent shark attack on Wildcat Beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore The…

Kennett, California was once a boomtown in Northern California, prospering in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, with numerous stores,…

Tragedy struck Yosemite National Park on September 28th when a seasoned Korean climbing guide lost his life while descending from…

Cal Poly Humboldt is taking proactive steps to reduce wildfire risks in Northern California. A team of faculty and students…

A peculiar and puzzling phenomenon found in Northern California’s Stumpy Meadows Reservoir, leaving wildlife experts intrigued and cautious. In late…

Yosemite National Park, a place known for its breathtaking natural beauty, holds a hidden danger that has earned it the…

Mark your calendars, Northern California sky gazers, because an awe-inspiring celestial event is on the horizon. On October 14, a…

The stunning Tahoe Rim Trail, winding its way through the breathtaking Desolation Wilderness, is a cherished outdoor haven in the…

The seasons are changing in Northern California, with autumn colors seeing snowfall in the most beautiful way imaginable. The best…

Yelp has unveiled its list of the Top 100 Taco Spots in the United States and Sacramento boasts one of…

A swimmer remains missing following a reported shark attack off a popular beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore. On…

It’s giveaway time! We’ve partnered with our friends at Kayak Trinidad to giveaway two whale watching and wildlife tours on…

The Shasta Cascade region of Northern California is full of beautiful outdoor gems. From active volcanos to massive waterfalls, there’s…

A person was reportedly attacked by a shark at the Point Reyes National Seashore on Sunday, triggering a comprehensive multiagency…

In a series of targeted enforcement actions, wildlife officers from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Marijuana Enforcement…

After last winter saw the most snow in 70 years, the incoming winter season is already trying to top it…

The Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park Zoo has earned prestigious national recognition, receiving two awards from the Association of…

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is a beautiful outdoor destination outside Redding that provides visitors with year-round waterfall hikes, on-water activities…

A remarkable art installation, “Surfaced,” has been unveiled, showcasing the creativity of artists and the environmental efforts to clean Lake…

We know that our area holds significant landmarks for the state as well as the country, and no event signifies…

A remarkable property on Incline Village’s prestigious Lakeshore Boulevard is capturing the attention of luxury real estate enthusiasts and could…

Shred Brewing Co. in Rocklin received the prestigious title of “Brewery of the Year” in the 0–250 Barrels category. Photo:…

An experimental forecast has raised concerns about the potential emergence of a powerful El Niño climate pattern this winter, possibly…

Palisades Tahoe is set to launch a reservation-based parking initiative for the upcoming 2023-24 winter season. The move aims to…

In a recent Instagram video that highlights the risky behavior of some visitors in national parks, concerns are raised about…

Two hikers were struck by lightning on Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome last week, managing to survive and recount their harrowing…

The popular Kokanee salmon Fall Fish Fest, originally scheduled for October 14th, has been canceled by the U.S. Forest Service…

Lassen Volcanic National Park has issued a travel warning for people intending to visit the park this week. A scheduled…

A recent sighting of a bobcat captured on one of Shasta-Trinity National Forest’s game cameras has sparked local intrigue. Bobcats,…

A potential federal government shutdown looms, with government funding scheduled to halt on October 1 if Congress isn’t able to…

The Angora Fire burns next to Lake Tahoe in 2007 In an effort to mitigate wildfire risks and restore fire-adapted…

Sitting in the the tippy-top of Northern California is one of the most beautiful, historical parks in all of California.…

Photo: Zillow The iconic Valley Springs Castle is officially up for grabs! Nestled in the serene landscapes of Valley Springs,…

On November 22, 1963, President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was assassinated as his motorcade drove through Dallas, Texas. Less than two…

My rickety old horse was slowly approaching a broken-down building with a crooked SALOON sign swaying in the breeze. She…

Photo: Sacramento State/Andrea Price Northern California is gearing up for its first significant storm of the season as a moisture-rich…

In a daring mountain rescue operation, California Highway Patrol (CHP) helicopter H-14 responded swiftly to the call for help on…

Many of you know Active NorCal from our robust online coverage of outdoor culture in Northern California – including our…

Lake Tahoe faces a new threat as invasive New Zealand mudsnails have been discovered in its iconic waters. This alarming…

Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) is embarking on an ambitious fundraising campaign in collaboration with Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) to…

Prepare your backpacks and hiking boots because it’s time to celebrate National Public Lands Day with a fantastic opportunity to…

In 2019, the Tahoe East Shore Trail opened with much fanfare, offering a spectacular three-mile, universally accessible pathway providing breathtaking…

As the natural cycle of life unfolds, Chinook salmon are making their triumphant return to the Feather River. Commencing on…

Lake Oroville’s water level stands at 845 feet elevation as of Friday, with the levels continuing to be closely monitored…

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced the reopening of the Shasta Valley Wildlife Area in Siskiyou…

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the Sustainable EcoVillage, a dream project led by Dan Schultz up Little Jones Creek…

The power of social media is strong, especially in small communities. On Monday, a post was shared to the Shasta…

Photos of a mysterious creature are circulating online after it was photographed on a Point Reyes beach earlier this week.…

Fires erupt all over San Francisco in the earthquake of 1906 On January 27, 1700, a six-hundred-mile-long wave struck the…

Winter is just around the corner in Northern California, with our first snow of the season possibly coming to the…

As the summer travel season in our glorious National Parks winds down, the enchanting fall season invites visitors with its…

On Saturday night, residents across Northern California were treated to an extraordinary celestial display as they gazed up at an…

In a significant step towards forest management and safety improvement, the Lassen National Forest has initiated the next phase of…

The Lake Tahoe skiing community and admirers of Dr. Robb Gaffney’s work have been closely following his journey since his…

The small town of Yreka, California, sitting just to the north of the mighty Mount Shasta, has a prominent history…

A federal court of appeals has ruled in favor of the National Park Service’s ability to continue tree thinning and…

As the crew of the Kennedy Brothers fly fishing guide service was fishing from a boat on the Lower Sacramento…

Hunters in Northern California will soon have the opportunity to participate in no-fee waterfowl hunts in the restored salt ponds…

Nestled deep within the heart of California’s Yosemite National Park lies a outdoor gem known as Glacier Point. Offering an…

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan bill, H.R. 3324, aimed at extending the Shasta-Trinity National Forest’s authority…

California may soon see the legalization of cannabis cafes, a potential game-changer for the state’s budding cannabis industry, pending approval…

Photo: Plumas County Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is issuing a vital safety advisory to thrill-seeking outdoor enthusiasts who…

Van enthusiasts, get ready to hit the road and explore the world of custom vans at the upcoming Adventure Van…

Illustration of what the Shastasaurus could look like In 1893, Stanford University’s James Perrin Smith went of a fossil-collecting expedition…

Campspot has released its annual awards and it holds one Mount Shasta campground in very high regard. The Campspot Awards,…

Divers have embarked on a mission to eradicate invasive plant species from the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe, announced the…

Yosemite National Park has identified two fires in remote and isolated areas of the park following a series of lightning…

Photo: Rush Creek Lodge Rush Creek Lodge & Spa, located near Yosemite National Park, has rolled out a unique proposition…

A sailboat marooned off the shores of Stinson Beach has become a month-long saga, sparking controversy and a legal battle.…

A drive towards the picturesque Lake Siskiyou takes you past an age-old testament to California’s commitment to aquatic conservation –…

Photo via Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park is issuing a heartfelt plea to drivers to play their part in…

The recent weeks have seen a lot of videos of bears entering businesses for human food in the Lake Tahoe…

Lassen Volcanic National Park can be accurately described as both a geologist’s wonderland and an adventurer;s paradise. The hike to…

In Dixon, California sits a 63-acre fall utopia with a pumpkin patch, hay rides and the largest corn maze in…

This video is old, but boy does it show the chaotic wildlife of Yosemite National Park in action. The below…

You may have seen plenty of photos of massive Chinook salmon (also known as king salmon) caught on the Sacramento…

After we posted a couple videos on social media of a bear attempting to climb a large tree on Lake…

Northern California is a treasure trove of natural wonders, boasting an array of national parks that stand as testament to…

Mark Rober ia a former NASA engineer and popular content creator who has amassed over a billion views on YouTube…

We all know about the top attractions in Siskiyou County. Places like McCloud Falls, Lake Siskiyou, Lava Beds National Monument…

There are plenty of spots to catch big fish throughout Northern California. From the streams of the North Coast to…

Snow walls on Carson Pass in the Sierra As the summer heat gradually subsides and temperatures settle in the 70s…

The iconic Mount Shasta finds itself draped in a layer of snow during the first week of September, a beautiful…

As visitors flock to the Tahoe Basin for one last summer camping excursion, biologists have some valuable insights to share…

A popular rock climbing spot within Yosemite National Park has been temporarily shuttered due to concerns of a potential rockslide.…