National Parks stewards warn of trash and damage as shutdown looms
Across the nation’s beloved national parks this summer, skeleton crews — whittled down by the Trump administration’s reduction of the federal workforce — have struggled…
Colourful UK forest trail past stunning waterfalls named one of ‘best autumn walks’
The Hafren Forest in Mid Wales has been named as the UK's most popular autumn walk. t's a stunning forest with a rich history and…
Cursed Big Sur hiking trail finally reopens. For how long?
Even in picturesque California, few landscapes are as stunning – or as fragile – as Big Sur. The constant storms and seismic activity that forged…
‘All of Sussex is laid out before us’: walking a new trail in the South Downs national park | Walking holidays
There are many ways to make an entrance, but lurching into a pub full of smartly dressed diners while windswept, muddy and more than a…
8 great hikes in Santa Barbara County for your next weekend getaway
When you live in a town where the ocean is just around the corner, it feels almost wrong to spend a sunny day anywhere but…
A Bush strategist blazes his own trail
WIMBERLY, TEXAS — Matthew Dowd knows sorrow and loss. He has been divorced twice. A daughter died two months after she was born. And then there is…
A hike into horror and an act of courage
Glacier National Park, Mont. — JOHAN looked up. Jenna was running toward him. She had yelled something, he wasn’t sure what. Then he saw it. The open…
Beautiful seaside walk with 'exploding fields' named UK's top wildflower trail
According to a data study by Flying Flowers, Cornwall is officially home to the best wildflower walk in the country - promising rainbow-coloured fields of…
Train workers urge Union Pacific to allow trail to stunning waterfall
About ten times each day, giant freight trains pass along a narrow section of track along the Sacramento River in far northern California where engineers…
Stunning UK harbour town with ‘haunting’ castle home to breathtaking walk trail
The UK is home to some of the most beautiful walks in the world, and one in particular is a must-visit this summer - especially…
The Mt. Baden Powell trail near Wrightwood and others have reopened
On Friday, I visited an old friend I hadn’t seen in months: the Mt. Baden Powell trail near Wrightwood. I was nervous about what I’d…
A guide to California Gold Rush towns Nevada City and Grass Valley
You could argue that Nevada City peaked 170 years ago, along with Charles Darwin, Herman Melville and Queen Victoria.But we’re still talking about them all.…
Celtics send Jrue Holiday back to Trail Blazers
Jrue Holiday’s acquisition from Portland helped spark the Boston Celtics to their NBA-record 18th championship last season.Holiday is being sent back to the Trail Blazers…
Tell us about Turkey off the tourist trail – you could win a holiday voucher | Travel
Turkey’s beautiful coast, ancient sites and diverse landscapes attract millions of visitors each year. But beyond the much-loved tourist haunts like Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia mosque…
Waterfalls, wildlife and cosy cafe in little-known UK forest trail that locals love
Hafren Forest is a haven of peace and beauty, with its cascading waterfalls, wildlife, and trails that take you through ancient woodland and to the…
Goals 4 GOSH LIVE SCORES: Eden Hazard’s side trail to Chet Sket’s strike in star-studded charity match – latest updates
Kick-off: Wimbledon Wombles vs Dolphin DonsWe are underway at Plough Lane.Obviously the theatrics beforehand are just as important as the game.Wimbledon Wombles get the match…
Why you should visit California’s largest city park right now
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This California town has a breathtaking waterfall — and no legal public access
DUNSMUIR, Calif. — Less than a half a mile from the city limits of this Northern California railroad town is a natural wonder so enchanting that locals…
Hidden gems along Britain’s mythical Pennine Way as first national trail celebrates milestone
Marking its 60th anniversary, Sarah Marshall unveils the hidden gems of the famous 268 mile Penine Way, along with the best offers to visit it…
9 great (and free) hikes around Palm Springs that locals love
The landscapes of the Coachella Valley are breathtaking and vast. You’ll find everything from wide-open dry and desolate expanses, dotted with craggy rocks, that look…