Established:Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Big Tree Grove granted to State of California on June 30, 1864; park established on October 1, 1890; Federal Government accepted lands returned by state on June 11, 1906. Wilderness designated on September 28, 1984. Designated a World Heritage Site on Oc...
That said, it regularly clocks in the hottest temperatures on Earth, and I do not recommend it in the summer months when daytime temperatures can top 120°F (48.9°C).In the winter months, however, it’s great for camping, marveling at the views from Dante’s View, wandering the Badwa...
California's failure to develop a long-term plan to end surplus withdrawals from the Colorado led the federal government to stop the release of surplus water to the state in 2003. Government, Politics, and Higher Education The state's first constitution was adopted in 1849. The present ...
First of all, there’s no lack of activities: from kayaking to hiking to amusement parks to beaches to unique pop-ups — like Dinos Alive, an immersive experience that feels like stepping into a time machine and traveling back millions of years. For this reason, you’ll want to spend at...
California has a campfire permit system for all privately-owned properties and federal lands. It applies to all dispersed camping areas in the state – you’ll need to obtain one if you’re planning to build a fire at your camping spot. ...
After years of hiking and camping in many of California's state and federal parks, Pieter O'Leary conic to wonder about the formation and history of both park systems in California as well as the development of laws and regulations governing their use and enjoyment, especially after repeated ...
Summer activities include fishing, boating, camping, and waterskiing, and for winter sports enthusiasts, there are ski resorts nearby – as well as an abundance of state and national parks offering areas for mountaineering, cross-country skiing, hunting and snowshoeing. If you’re just passing...