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Saturday, Jun 1

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Made it! California climbers use pioneering techniques to summit Mt. Everest

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Graham Cooper and Adrian Ballinger, California mountaineers whose training for Mt. Everest included sleeping for months in hypoxic tents that mimic conditions at extreme altitude, reached the world's highest summit this week.

Friday, May 31

How to conquer the new Las Vegas

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Plan your ultimate trip to always-evolving Las Vegas. Try new immersive experiences and the best places to eat on and off the Strip — including desserts approved by Cake Boss Buddy Valastro. Check out the coolest indie shops and escape the…

Splendid day trips you can take from Las Vegas — each less than a two-hour drive

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Feeling drained on the Strip? Nature and fun await when you take a drive to Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire State Park, the Colorado River's Black Canyon or the Las Vegas Ballpark.

Thursday, May 30

How to score a great campsite near L.A. without booking ahead

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Reservations are often booked up 6 months in advance at some of the most sought-after camping grounds. What's a procrastinator to do? Consider some of L.A.'s best first-come, first-served sites.

Join the L.A. Times on a hike

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Join the L.A. Times on a hike along the Lower Arroyo Seco Trail, led by wellness writer Deborah Vankin.

Friday, May 24

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How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Todd Selby

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A perfect Sunday for Los Angeles photographer Todd Selby involves biking, shopping, reading and spending quality time at home — and at his art studio — with his family.

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Looking to vacation on the California coast? Marin County just made it harder

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Marin County, with its rugged beaches and pristine lands, has put a hard cap on short-term rentals, setting off furious debate: Are vacation rentals ruining California's coastal towns? Or opening up the coast to people who can't afford to…

Thursday, May 23

Travel quiz: How well do you know the West Coast?

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If you've lived in the West for a while, you've probably covered a lot of ground. Test your travel savvy on California, the Baja peninsula, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia.

Wednesday, May 22

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Disneyland's 'Fantasmic!' returns after fire — without a dragon. Here's a first look

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Maleficent, in her dragon form, went up in flames during a performance last year. A reimagined show debuts with new pyro, laser and water effects.

Monday, May 20

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The magical California state park that doesn't allow visitors

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For the last two decades, the Sutter Buttes have been home to a California state park that almost no one is allowed to visit.

Thursday, May 16

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Las Vegas' Mirage Resort to close after 34-year run. Volcano to go dormant

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The iconic Mirage resort was perhaps best known for its exploding 54-foot man-made volcano, magicians Siegfried and Roy, white tigers and dolphins.

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Buy a copy of our new West Coast 101 zine

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It's the perfect size to pack in your travel bag as you discover the wonders of the West.

Take an epic trip along the West Coast in 2024. Here are the top 10 places to visit now

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Of our 101 best West Coast experiences, these resonate most for travel writer Christopher Reynolds. Check out his ranked list of favorites.

From Baja to British Columbia, these are the 101 best West Coast experiences

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Walk the vast salt flats of Death Valley. Marvel at a glorious Oregon waterfall. Tiptoe above a misty forest in Vancouver. In this guide, we'll help you discover what makes the West Coast the absolute best coast.

Tell us: What's the most extraordinary West Coast experience?

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Adventurers, it's your turn. Along the thousands of miles of towns, beaches, rivers, mountains and deserts, share the wonders you cherish most.

Wednesday, May 15

'Prepare to be enthralled': How to see Yosemite's enchanting rainbows that form at night

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Roaring spring and early summer waterfalls make the central California destination one of the few spots on Earth to see moonbows, which are revealed by a full moon's light.

Monday, May 13

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Meow Wolf announces its Los Angeles venue

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For the West Los Angeles exhibit, due to open in 2026, a significant number of installations will come from the local art community.

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Opinion: Californians love the state's parks. We just don't know they're state parks

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Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal to trim $3 million from the Parks Department reflects skewed priorities. Few residents are aware how much they use and enjoy the 280-site system.

Friday, May 10

Las Vegas' new must-see show plays with animation, dance and what it means to be human

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Think of "Particle Ink," an exploration-focused production that invites guests to wander from room to room, as a sort of next-generation "Sleep No More."

Soon you'll have to pay to camp on the Lost Coast. Here's what to know

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Backpacking the Lost Coast should be on every outdoorsy Californian's bucket list. Here's what you need to know about its new overnight camping fees.

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Michaela Jaé Rodriguez

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For the "Loot" and "American Horror Story: Delicate" star, a perfect Sunday in L.A. involves shopping at the Grove, playing video games and hanging out at Soho House with her mom.

Friday, May 3

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Meow Wolf supercharged the way we experience art. Is L.A. ready for the wild ride?

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Experimental art collective Meow Wolf aims to turn Los Angeles' most ritualistic experience — that is, the act of going to the movies — into an interactive, art-driven wonderland.

Thursday, May 2

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Zip, zoom and soar in L.A.'s extraordinary new playground for bike riders

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Eliot Jackson, a professional mountain bike racer, is the brainchild behind the Inglewood Pumptrack, a space for cyclists to ride, connect with others and have fun.

Monday, Apr 29

California climbers train for Mt. Everest from the comfort of their own beds

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Everest guide Adrian Ballinger is breaking with decades of tradition to create what he believes are better and more ethical ways to climb the world's tallest mountain.

Friday, Apr 26

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Laufey

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The singer-songwriter's perfect day involves picking up fresh Icelandic fish, relaxing with a good book and practicing Frederic Chopin's children's tunes as a form of meditation

Wednesday, Apr 24

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What to know about California's new state park, a scenic green space where two rivers meet

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Towering oaks, converging rivers, vibrant wildlife. You'll be able to see it all on the 1,600 acres near the confluence of the Tuolumne and San Joaquin rivers.

Thursday, Apr 18

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You don't 'hike' Fiery Furnace, Utah's exclusive maze of slot canyons. You get lost in it

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In Fiery Furnace, a maze of red rock, slot canyons, towering arches and giant spires inside Arches National Park, not even GPS will save you. And that's the fun of it.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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Will Disneyland get an Avatar land? It's likely. Here's what else may be in store

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With the approval of DisneylandForward, new attractions and adventures will be coming to Disneyland. Here's what's been teased by Disney officials so far.

Tuesday, Apr 16

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Classic film lovers: See James Dean's apartment and more on new TCM tour at Warner Bros.

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Warner Bros. is now offering a Turner Classic Movies behind-the-scenes tour that will bring guests to previous off-limit areas of the lot.