Hiking

Lassen Volcanic National Park: Wilderness of Wonder

Roseville News Todd Schofield -
Roseville, Calif.- How have we not been here sooner? That was the prevailing sentiment during an eye-popping exploration of Lassen Volcanic National Park. This less traveled geographical wonder of California is an American treasure right in our backyard.

Best Spring Hikes Near Sacramento: Monte Vista Trail in El Dorado Hills

Folsom Todd Schofield -
Monte Vista Trail in El Dorado Hills offers an easy scenic hike featuring wildflowers, South Fork American River views, swimming spots and peaceful Folsom Lake scenery just minutes from Sacramento and Roseville.

Hiking Avery's Pond Trail in Placer County among best spring hikes

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Newcastle, Calif.-  On a Tuesday morning, with a balmy, sunny 70+ degrees in the forecast and a few hours of early morning work already completed, the outdoors beckoned. We decided to take the call.

Exploring Folsom: Humbug-Willow Creek Trail a suburban treasure

Folsom Todd Schofield -
Folsom, Calif. - Better late than never. The arrival of spring weather along with an adventure along the Humbug-Willow Creek Trail in Folsom offers a timely antidote for those averse to more dark clouds and cooler than average weather this time of year.

Lakes Basin: California Outdoor Recreation Paradise

Archives Todd Schofield -
Plumas County, Calif. - Encompassing heavily forested terrain, sweeping valleys, soaring peaks and pristine alpine lakes, the Lakes Basin Recreation Area is an outdoor lover's paradise. If escaping the day-to-day grind is on your to-do list

Explore Folsom: Trails and Bikeways Map

Folsom Staff -
Folsom, Calif. - The City of Folsom has an extensive system of Class I bike/pedestrian trails, with more than 50 miles developed and ready to enjoy. Grant funding totaling more than $20 million has covered

Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Deliver Solitude and Epic Scenery on the American River

Foothills Todd Schofield -
Pilot Hill, Calif. - Expansive vistas of California's gold country, rolling hills, mountain lions, horseback riders, and Class IV rapids along the South Fork of the American River offer a glimpse of what makes Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park, a California treasure.

Folsom: Black Miners Bar to Nimbus Fish Hatchery

Folsom Todd Schofield -
Folsom, Calif.- With spring in the air and warm sunshine finally returning, a day trip to Folsom with my son during his spring break was in order. Black Miners Bar would offer a starting point for our Monday morning.

Hiking Lincoln: Wilson Park to Coyote Pond Park during spring

Lincoln Todd Schofield -
Lincoln, Calif. - An annual favorite of ours for around two decades, this springtime hike from Wilson Park to Coyote Pond in Lincoln offers what we consider to be some of the best scenery in South Placer. Spring is magical here.

❤️7 reasons we love the Oregon Coast

Roseville News Todd Schofield -
Portland, OR - Many moons ago, while trekking up the West Coast to British Columbia, like so many others, we fell in love with natural beauty of the Oregon Coast. Each summer for more years than we can recall,

Oasis in Coachella Valley Preserve, just outside Palm Springs

Palm Springs Todd Schofield -
Palm Springs, Calif.- During a trip to Coachella Valley, perception and reality clashed in spectacular fashion. The desert holds many secrets and surprises

Malakoff Diggins, a step back in time and wandering bears

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Nevada County, Calif. - Some of California State Parks don't always attract the attention they deserve. Thankfully, in the case of Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park we were afforded a great opportunity to have this 3,000 acre space and gem of history mostly to ourselves.

Griffith Quarry Park in Penryn offers an easy nearby hike and picnic spot

Loomis Todd Schofield -
Penryn, Calif. - Looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a little history? A quick and easy hike awaits you on Rock Springs Rd in Penryn at the Griffith Quarry Park and History Museum.

Placer County Big Trees Grove of Giant Sequoias

Auburn Todd Schofield -
Big Trees Grove, considered the northernmost reach of the Giant Sequoias, has been estimated to be quietly growing over this part of Placer County for 500 plus years.

Auburn Hiking: Black Hole of Calcutta Falls offers stroller-friendly family outing

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Auburn, Calif.- Just on the outskirts of Auburn, lies the confluence of the North and Middle Fork of the American River and it's quite the popular family hiking destination. If you're looking to take in some of that beautiful Gold Country scenery and great river views

Hiking Yankee Jims Indian Creek Trail: Treacherous beauty in Placer County

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Colfax, Calif.- When the weather is just right (which is often), early spring in these parts of Placer County brings an abundance of opportunity to enjoy a quintessential, outdoor California experience. Located about an hour's drive from Roseville

Castle Rock State Park, formidable beauty in the Bay Area

San Francisco and San Jose Bay Area Todd Schofield -
Los Gatos, Calif.- The Santa Cruz Mountains are beautiful. They can also be formidable and unforgiving. Castle Rock State Park offers impressive views and solitude.

Hidden Falls: A great escape, but no secret

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Auburn, Calif.- The name conjures up a remote, wilderness experience.  The reality is slightly less wild and distant than one might anticipate.

Cascade Head a terrific hike on the Oregon coast

Roseville News Todd Schofield -
Situated less than 90 miles southwest of Portland, Cascade Head is a UNESCO biosphere reserve sitting aside the Siuslaw National Forest a few minutes north of Lincoln City

Magnolia Ranch Trailhead Scenic Hiking Abounds

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Coloma / Pilot Hill, CA- It was with excitement that we gladly returned along Highway 49 for a visit to the Magnolia Ranch Trailhead

Riverside County's Beautiful Whitewater Preserve

Palm Springs Todd Schofield -
Coachella Valley, CA - Deja Vu. Once again, I found myself unprepared. The vast and natural beauty of the United States is an embarrassment of riches

Joshua Tree National Park: What Are You Waiting For?

Palm Springs Todd Schofield -
Joshua Tree National Park never disappoints. One of California's treasured destinations worth exploring.

South Yuba River State Park: Summer Cooldown

Local Travel Todd Schofield -
Penn Valley, Calif.- Looking for something to do that's a little more low-key and doesn't involve massive crowds or spending the day on the freeway?