A high-altitude rescue effort involving multiple agencies and five helicopters unfolded over two days on the second-highest mountain in both the Sierra Nevada range and the state of California.On the ...

Less famous but just as unforgettable, these state parks showcase iconic landscapes without the long lines at America’s ...

Discover which US state reigns supreme in mountainous terrain. Explore Alaska's vast ranges, highest peaks like Denali, and ...

The Sierra Nevada and Cascade Ranges form an axis of high mountains east of the Central Valley and Klamath Mountains. The Southern Cascade Range bioregion is the southern end of an extensive chain of ...

Elevations above 6,000 feet could see 2 to 8 inches of snow through Friday, with peaks getting up to 20 inches. Travel could be difficult in western Nevada and the Sierra due to strong winds and ...