Redwoods in California’s coastal mountains get more of the glory including being the official state tree. But redwoods are babes and petite in terms of girth and age compared to their giant sequoia ...

It has been declared extinct, but is considered a living fossil and is related to the California redwood and giant sequoia, diverging around 150 million years ago. The dawn redwood is resilient and ...

A dawn redwood is threatened by sewer and sidewalk work connected to ISU's fine arts complex construction. Recent ISU graduate Cassie McGinnis organized a change.org petition to raise awareness about ...

The Sequoia is Toyota’s biggest, baddest three-row SUV, but it moves like a ballerina, and that’s the fun. In this test, ...

Plan the ultimate California road trip with 14 iconic destinations featuring beaches, national parks, historic landmarks, and ...

The Moro Rock Trail in Sequoia National Park is perhaps one of my favorite hikes in the National Parks System! This marv ...

The Classic Guide to the Gardener’s Art,’ first published in 1979 and still available through Internet vendors, will inspire ...

These places promise giant trees, live volcanoes and inland beaches, minus the surcharge.

California isn't exactly lacking for tourism draws, but this overlooked town offers a chance to get up close and personal ...

Brand USA highlights iconic and lesser-known US parks, new fees, and ways to explore America’s landscapes now.

Not every tree belongs close to your home. Some popular picks can cause costly problems over time, making placement far more ...

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