-
Yosemite-Mammoth
Brand-New Glamping Experience Coming to Yosemite
Photo via Under Canvas Under Canvas, known for its luxurious safari-style tented camps near national parks, is set to debut…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Here Are All the Closing Dates for Tahoe Ski Resorts
Spring skiing enthusiasts in the Lake Tahoe region have much to look forward to, from sunny days to corn snow…
Read More » -
News
Coalition Makes Significant Progress to Protect California’s Giant Sequoias Threatened by Wildfire
California’s conservation champions have made monumental strides in safeguarding the iconic giant sequoias, the world’s largest trees. The Giant Sequoia…
Read More » -
News
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area Hiring Workers to Assist with Carr Fire Recovery
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is continuing its post-Carr Fire recovery, and it’s looking for some people who want to work…
Read More » -
News
What’s Going on at Tahoe’s Homewood Mountain Resort? We May Find Out Soon.
There’s been a lot of speculation surrounding the business at Homewood Mountain Resort, sitting on the western flank on Lake…
Read More » -
Outdoors
California Salmon Fishing Season Officially Closed for Second Consecutive Year
On Wednesday, the Pacific Fishery Management Council voted to finalize the cancellation of the California ocean salmon season for the…
Read More » -
News
The Next Solar Eclipse Will Fly Right Over Northern California. But You’ll Have to Wait a While.
This week’s solar eclipse captured the minds and damaged the eyeballs of many people throughout America. In Northern California, the…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Bear Causes Temporary Closure at Palisades Tahoe
Skiers at Palisades Tahoe were left bewildered on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, after receiving a notification from the resort’s mobile…
Read More » -
News
Google Ranks This NorCal Park as the Top Hidden Gem in America
While Yosemite might steal the spotlight, Northern California’s Redwood National Park shines as a hidden treasure among giants. Renowned for…
Read More » -
Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s New Reservation System Begins this Weekend. Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
In a bid to manage overwhelming crowds and traffic congestion, Yosemite National Park is set to implement a day-use reservation…
Read More » -
Lassen
Lassen Volcanic National Park Hosting Lyrid Meteor Shower Viewing Event
Photo: Lassen Volcanic National Park Northern California residents are in for a celestial treat as Lassen National Forest, Lassen Volcanic…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Lake Shasta Set to Reach Maximum Capacity, Boosting State Water Reserves
Anticipation builds as California’s largest reservoir, Lake Shasta, gears up to hit its maximum capacity for the second consecutive year,…
Read More » -
Sports
FORE! Snow Golf is Returning to Palisades Tahoe this Week.
Photo: Palisades Tahoe Palisades Tahoe is bringing back its much-loved traditions this week with the return of the 38th Annual…
Read More » -
News
What Will the Eclipse Look Like in Northern California? Here’s What You Can Expect.
America is abuzz with anticipation for Monday’s rare celestial event: the 2024 total solar eclipse. This beautiful phenomenon, not to…
Read More » -
News
Snow Survey Reveals California Snowpack at 110 Percent of Average
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) completed the pivotal April snow survey at Phillips Station, revealing the positive outcome of…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Main Trails at Burney Falls Close for Massive Trail Renovation
The expected closure of the main trails to Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park has officially begun, with…
Read More » -
Outdoors
Plan Unveiled for Brand-New 300-Mile Trail Along the Northern California Coast
The Great Redwood Trail Agency (GRTA) took a significant step forward by unveiling the draft Master Plan for the northern…
Read More » -
Magazine
Support Keep Tahoe Blue with the Active NorCal Magazine
Join us in supporting the vital work of the League to Save Lake Tahoe by subscribing to the Active NorCal…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
A Guide to the Spring Mushroom Harvest Season in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Spring mushroom harvest season is on the horizon in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, particularly on the Shasta-McCloud Management Unit. As…
Read More » -
Waterfalls
17 Breathtaking Waterfalls Just Outside of Redding, California
Photo by Matthias Rossini The sun is shining in California, which means it’s waterfall chasing season for any outdoor adventurer.…
Read More » -
Random
Officials Considering Renaming Burney Falls to ‘Bernie’ After Famed Politician
*Happy April Fool’s Day! This article is part of the Active NorCal April Fool’s Day Extravaganza. Don’t @ us. The…
Read More » -
News
Here’s the Release Date for Leonardo DiCaprio’s New Movie Filmed in Northern California
More details have emerged about the Leonardo DiCaprio movie, which filmed in areas of Northern California earlier this year, including…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Illegal Dumping Sites Are on the Rise in Siskiyou County. Here’s How You Can Help.
Residents of Siskiyou County have recently noticed an increase in illegal dumping sites scattered across the area. This concerning trend…
Read More » -
News
Northern California Snowpack Bolstered by Early-Spring Snowstorms
Northern California snow, including in Lassen Volcanic National Park, has pushed the state’s snowpack past 100 percent of average. Photo…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Redding’s Famed Eagles Welcome New Eaglets to Their Nest
Excitement fills the air as the Redding Eagle Family welcomes new eaglets to their nest, with the second eaglet hatching…
Read More » -
Uncategorized
Brothers Attempted to Fight Off Mountain Lion in Deadly Attack in Northern California
Taylen Brooks, right, and Wyatt Brooks, left, faced a mountain lion attack in the Northern California wilderness. Two brothers from…
Read More » -
Sports
The Art of Flight – Paragliding Over Mt. Shasta
Ever since human beings have looked up and seen birds flying through the air with ease, we’ve been obsessed with flight.…
Read More » -
Outdoors
Northern Lights Could Be Visible in Northern California Tonight
Northern California residents may have the opportunity to witness a rare celestial event tonight as the Northern Lights, or Aurora…
Read More » -
News
DNA is a Match in Fatal Mountain Lion Attack in El Dorado County
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has confirmed that the mountain lion euthanized in a remote area near…
Read More » -
Outdoors
You Can Now Get Your California Fishing License Directly on Your Phone
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has unveiled the CDFW License App, a new mobile application designed to…
Read More » -
Destinations
California National Parks Rank as the Most Polluted in America
Five California parks have been named as the most polluted in the country, according to a recent environmental study by…
Read More » -
Lassen
Lassen National Forest Looking for Campground Hosts for the 2024 Season
If you love the great outdoors and enjoy meeting new people, volunteering as a campground host with Lassen National Forest…
Read More » -
Magazine
Win a Yosemite Steam Train Trip for the Whole Family with Sugar Pine Railroad
We’re giving away Yosemite steam train trip for the whole family with Sugar Pine Railroad! Situated just outside Yosemite National…
Read More » -
Wildlife
Senate Resolutions Calls for 2024 to Be the ‘Year of the California Grizzly Bear’
State Senator John Laird, representing Santa Cruz, has proposed a resolution in the California legislature to designate 2024 as the…
Read More » -
News
Man Killed in Mountain Lion Attack in Northern California
A 21-year-old man lost his life, and his brother sustained injuries, following a mountain lion attack in the secluded terrains…
Read More » -
Weather
‘Travel is Highly Discouraged’: Incoming Storm Could Bring 30 Inches of Snow to the Sierra
The National Weather Service issued a weather warning this week, advising against travel to and from the Sierra Nevada region…
Read More » -
Eating
Pliny the Younger is Back! Here’s How to Get Your Hands on the Famous NorCal Craft Beer.
Russian River Brewing is gearing up for the highly anticipated limited release of Pliny the Younger, a beloved Triple India…
Read More » -
News
National Park Service Sued Over Cashless Entrance Fees
Photo: National Park Service When the National Park Service announced cashless entrance fees at many of its parks in the…
Read More » -
North Coast
Yurok Tribe Reclaims 125 Acres of Redwood Forest Lost During the Gold Rush
Photo by CalTrout/Michael Wier The Yurok Tribe, historically stripped of 90% of its land during the Gold Rush era, is…
Read More » -
Uncategorized
40-Feet-Deep Crevasse Discovered at Sierra-at-Tahoe Following Winter Storms
After Northern California weathered its latest winter storm, Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Resort took immediate action to address hazardous conditions on the…
Read More » -
News
Northern California Man Banned from Lava Beds National Monument for Artifact Theft
A 44-year-old man from Northern California is facing serious repercussions after attempting to take over 100 artifacts from Lava Beds…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Increased Water Flows from Whiskeytown Dam Hope to Help Salmon Populations on Clear Creek
The Bureau of Reclamation initiated a series of water releases from Whiskeytown Dam into Clear Creek, commencing Wednesday night. Dubbed…
Read More » -
Outdoors
The Aurora Borealis Could Be Visible in Northern California this Month
This month, Northern California residents might just catch a rare glimpse of the elusive Aurora Borealis, more commonly known as…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Rare Tahoe Ski Run for Advanced Skiers Opens for the First Time this Winter
Following an extraordinary snowfall, Palisades Tahoe has opened its most exclusive and difficult terrain, which is accessible by the Silverado…
Read More » -
Wildlife
Millions of Curious-Looking Creatures Wash Ashore Northern California Beaches
Beaches in Northern California have become the unexpected resting places for millions of tiny blue sea creatures. These curious creatures,…
Read More » -
News
Coast Guard Ship Spills 500 Gallons of Diesel Off the Northern California Coast
Last week, the waters off Mendocino County’s coast became the site of an unfortunate incident as a U.S. Coast Guard…
Read More » -
News
Officials Move Forward with Removal of 750 Tons of Historic Debris in American River
Placer County is gearing up to tackle a decades-old issue — the remnants of a bridge that have cluttered the…
Read More » -
Outdoors
Brand-New 72-Mile Trail Will Connect Truckee and Nevada City Through Tahoe National Forest
Photo: National Forest Service Adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts have a new reason to be excited as the U.S. Forest…
Read More » -
Weather
‘Downed Trees and Power Outages are Likely’: Extreme Winds Expected in NorCal Today
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Wind Warning for the Sierra region above 4,000 feet, with a…
Read More » -
Destinations
What is ‘The Senate’ in Sequoia National Park?
Nestled within the heart of California’s Sequoia National Park, a remarkable assembly unlike any other convenes. It’s not a gathering…
Read More » -
Video
Drone Video Shows Herculean Effort to Remove Mounds of Snow in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe has recently faced the Herculean task of digging out from under the aftermath of a historic blizzard that…
Read More » -
Destinations
Convict Lake Looks Incredible After Snowstorms Blanketed the Region with Snow
Following a series of storms that buried the Sierra with multiple feet of snow over the past two weeks, the…
Read More » -
North Coast
WATCH: Climbers Measure the Massive Brotherhood Tree in the NorCal Redwoods
In a world where unity and resilience are much needed, the Brotherhood Tree stands as a living testament to these…
Read More » -
News
How California is Fast-Tracking a $4.5 Billion Lake to Improve Water Storage
California Governor Gavin Newsom has expedited the approval process for the Sites Reservoir, a significant water storage project north of…
Read More » -
Video
WATCH: Skiers Jump Over Chair Lift at Mammoth Mountain
When the spring season hits Mammoth Mountain, the world looks to the Eastern Sierra ski resort for some of the…
Read More » -
News
Family Survives Plane Crash by Parachuting into Northern California Wilderness
Photo: Shelter Cove Fire Department A Santa Rosa family of three, including a 2-year-old child, miraculously escaped with only minor…
Read More » -
News
Water Officials Continue Significant Lake Oroville Releases Amidst Wet Winter
Lake Oroville is making waves again as the Department of Water Resources (DWR) skillfully manages water releases to keep the…
Read More » -
News
Timelapse Shows California’s Giant ‘Ghost Lake’ Completely Disappear
In a mesmerizing turn of events, Tulare Lake, known as California’s ghost lake, re-emerged last year only to fade away…
Read More » -
Destinations
Yosemite’s ‘Peak Hour’ Reservations Are Now Available. Here’s How to Get One.
Yosemite National Park is changing the game for visitors this year with the introduction of a new pilot reservation system…
Read More » -
News
After Successful Test Blast, Removal of Klamath River’s Copco #1 Dam Moving Forward
Photo: Swiftwater Films The Klamath River Renewal Corporation (KRRC) is set to make history with the removal of the Copco…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Fact Check: Was This Viral Snow Wall Photo Taken in Lake Tahoe?
Lake Tahoe is having a legendary winter, but not as legendary as this viral photo would have you think. Posts…
Read More » -
News
Lost Skier Rescued by Helicopter at Palisades Tahoe
A daring rescue unfolded at Palisades Tahoe on February 23rd, showcasing the crucial role of modern technology in emergency situations.…
Read More » -
News
‘Biblical’ Blizzard Brings Significant Improvement to California’s Drought Outlook
Photo: City of South Lake Tahoe The Sierra Nevada’s recent battering by a “biblical” blizzard, on the heels of a…
Read More » -
Magazine
We’re Giving Away a 4-Person Whitewater Rafting Trip with H2O Adventures
We’re only a couple months away from rafting season in Northern California, so we decided to do a four-person rafting…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Shasta Lake Water Levels Have Dropped 8 Feet in the Past Week. Here’s Why.
Shasta Lake has witnessed an astonishing release of over 265 billion gallons of water within just a month, which has…
Read More » -
Hikes
Watch Hikers Complete the Grueling Trek to the Top of Lassen Peak in the Winter
The hike to the top of Lassen Peak is popular for outdoor adventurers in the summer months. The maintained trail…
Read More » -
Weather
Storm Totals: More Than 10 Feet of Snow Falls on Tahoe Ski Resorts
Palisades Tahoe received 8 feet of new snow during this weekend’s blizzard. Photo via Riley Bathurst/Palisades Tahoe The blizzard of…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Video Shows Long Line of Semi Trucks Buried in Snow on Donner Summit
As the blizzard of the year slammed the Sierra with whiteout conditions over the weekend, a dangerous situation developed over…
Read More » -
News
Another Snowstorm Set to Hit Northern California Mountains this Week
As mountain communities throughout Northern California continue to dig out of this weekend’s blizzard, yet another round of snowfall is…
Read More » -
News
Yosemite National Park Welcomes Back Visitors After Temporary Closure
After a brief hiatus due to severe weather conditions, Yosemite National Park has once again opened its gates to the…
Read More » -
Wildlife
Massive Chinook Salmon Fry Die-Off Reported on the Klamath River
In a disheartening turn for salmon restoration efforts, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) reported a significant loss…
Read More » -
Weather
Motorists Stranded Overnight in Blizzard Conditions on Donner Summit
In a winter grip like no other, Interstate 80 (I-80) remains closed Saturday at both the Nevada state line and…
Read More » -
Yosemite-Mammoth
Mammoth Island: Highway 395 Closed for 90 Miles with No Way In or Out of Mammoth Lakes
The “Mega Storm” peaked in the California Saturday morning and it’s making mountain travel throughout the state nearly impossible. One…
Read More » -
Weather
Palisades Tahoe Hits by Record-Breaking 184 MPH Winds Amid Ferocious Storm
If you’re wondering why many Tahoe ski resorts were closed yesterday (and will likely be closed today), look no further…
Read More » -
Lassen
13 Snowshoe Hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park
A snowshoer waves on a ranger-led snowshoe walk through the red fir forest. Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of…
Read More » -
News
California Snowpack Shows Significant Improvement in Third Snow Survey of the Year
With a blizzard on the horizon in the Sierra, water officials in California needed to conduct their annual snowpack survey…
Read More » -
Weather
Extreme Avalanche Danger Reported in the Sierra
Photo: Sierra Avalanche Center The backcountry in Northern California is currently facing a critical avalanche danger due to a lethal…
Read More » -
Weather
Intense Snowfall, 100+ MPH Winds Shut Down 9 Lake Tahoe Ski Resorts
Photo: Palisades Tahoe As California grapples with its most formidable storm of the season, Lake Tahoe’s ski resorts have shuttered,…
Read More » -
Weather
Yosemite National Park Shuts Down Amidst Sierra Blizzard Alert
Yosemite National Park is battening down the hatches and closing its doors until at least Sunday in anticipation of an…
Read More » -
News
These 9 NorCal Eateries Made Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Restaurants of 2024
The highly-anticipated Top 100 restaurants in America list has been released by Yelp, and it includes nine locations in Northern…
Read More » -
News
Shasta Dam Opens its Top Level Water Outflows for the First Time in 7 Years
In response to the Northern California skies unleashing torrents of rain, Shasta Dam has opened its top-level water outflows for…
Read More » -
News
Two Kids Killed in Landslide While Camping Near Shasta Dam
In a heart-wrenching event on Thursday morning near Shasta Dam, the Shasta County community is mourning the loss of two…
Read More » -
News
California Snowpack Has Doubled in Size After February Storms
After kicking off the year with a snowpack at a dismal 25% of average, California’s Sierra Nevada is now cloaked…
Read More » -
Yosemite-Mammoth
The Firefall Has Made its Glorious Return to Yosemite National Park
The ‘Firefall’ of Yosemite National Park is back and better than ever as visitors flock to California’s most popular park…
Read More » -
News
Here’s What you Can Expect from the Burney Falls Closure in 2024
California State Parks has announced the closure of the main trails to Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Shasta Lake Rises 27 Feet with Heavy Precipitation Drenching Northern California
Shasta Lake is experiencing a significant rise in water levels, with an increase of nearly 27 feet at the Shasta…
Read More » -
Shasta Cascade
Massive Avalanche Falls on Mount Shasta Creating 60-Foot Snow Walls
Photo: Mount Shasta Avalanche Center Mount Shasta witnessed a colossal natural event this President’s Day, as a massive D4 avalanche,…
Read More » -
Magazine
Win a UTV Off-Road Fishing Adventure with Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters
It’s another incredible week here in Northern California, and that means another giveaway for subscribers to the Active NorCal Magazine!…
Read More » -
Outdoors
Ice Fishing at Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake
You typically won’t hear the words “ice fishing” and “Northern California” muttered in the same breath, but there’s a destination…
Read More » -
History
This 1952 News Reel Shows Passenger Train Buried in Tahoe’s Worst Blizzard in 50 Years
In January of 1952, the worst blizzard seen in 50 years slammed the Tahoe area, closing the pass over Donner…
Read More » -
News
President’s Day Sale: Get $10 Off the Active NorCal Magazine
We’re spending this beautiful President’s Day inside, hiding from the downpour and crazy wind that’s currently slamming Northern California. That…
Read More » -
Tahoe
Wildlife Experts Debunk Misinformation on Black Bears in Lake Tahoe
The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team (TIBT), a coalition of bear experts from state and local agencies, is stepping up to…
Read More » -
News
WATCH: Giant Rockslide Falls on Highway 101 in Northern California
A substantial hillside collapse occurred along U.S. Highway 101 in Klamath, California, near the Oregon border, showcasing the intense impact…
Read More » -
Lassen
Lassen Offering Ranger-Led Snowshoe Hike Under February’s Full Moon
Embrace the glow of February’s full moon, famously known as the Snow Moon, by joining a unique snowshoe hike on…
Read More » -
Wildlife
CDFW Announces Virtual Salmon Information Meeting for 2024 Season Planning
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is gearing up to host its annual Salmon Information Meeting, a pivotal…
Read More »