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California's charming city near LA offers a walkable downtown, mountain views, and nearby trails

This suburb feels a world away from the glitz and hustle of the rest of the city, with its cute downtown area, shopping, ...
Los Angeles Times

How to identify the geological wonders in L.A’s mountains

Everyone switched off their headlamps and there we stood together in total darkness, inside the San Gabriel Mountains. Yes, inside. I had joined a local caving group in an attempt to understand more ...
The New York Times

Nate Atkins’ journey through mountains and canyons to cover the Los Angeles Rams

SILVERTHORNE, Colo. — I was between the Arapaho and Roosevelt national forests, hooking around Grays Peak, hitting the brakes to slow the decline and wondering what on earth I was diving into. To the ...
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Los Angeles' 'Beverly Hills of the Valley' is a trendy family-friendly neighborhood with dining and mountain views

With plenty of outdoor activities, thriving restaurants, and upscale vibes throughout town, this trendy neighborhood is a ...