This guide to walking and hiking trails includes several options among San Diego’s more than 150 named canyons ...

The San Francisco Chronicle data team recently analyzed 1.6 million AllTrails.com reviews to pinpoint the Bay Area’s best ...

In a state famous for its natural wonders, Butano State Park stands as a testament to California’s quieter magic – a place ...

While its more famous neighbors Big Basin and Big Sur steal the spotlight, Butano (pronounced “BYOO-tuh-noh,” not like the gas for your barbecue) quietly offers a perfect blend of accessibility and ...

A search is underway in northern India for a former Bay Area man who went missing Friday while hiking alone at the edge of ...

Federal job stats from 29 large California counties gave clues about who was getting the state’s bigger pay hikes.

From birding to surfing to hiking, every one of these groups is open to all, especially beginners or those who may not always ...

Divided into five wilderness areas, this national forest in California is a colossal expanse with trails, backcountry camping ...

Apple is updating Maps in iOS 26 to remember your commute, and proactively offer helpful suggestions about traffic delays.

Bair Island in Redwood City offers flat, waterfront hiking ... 1986. San Francisco's skyline towers on the horizon as seen near Yerba Buena Island's Panorama Park. (Kate Bradshaw/Bay Area News ...

These hikes in San Francisco and other parts of the Bay Area are easily accessible, come in a range of difficulty levels, and boast stunning views. Don't let the ominous name fool you: The 1.3 ...