Zach Behrens

"It could have only gotten better if I came upon a desert tortoise munching on a flower petal."

During a heatwave the beaches are flocked, energy use soars, and hiking the local trails can turn into a dangerous affair. Luckily, there are alternatives within reach.

Instead of sitting in rush hour traffic, why not go enjoy the great outdoors?

There's more than just the "super bloom" at Death Valley or the poppies of the Antelope Valley.

Don't let the Runyon Canyon closure get you down, here are six spots nearby to let you get your hiking done.

There's a saying that goes something like this: in Southern California, you can surf in the morning and ski at night.

For those times you don't want to make the drive all the way out to Joshua Tree, but still want to take in the beauty of the desert.

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