Far from Colombia's tourist hubs, the Mavecure Mountains rise from the Amazon jungle. Once off-limits during conflict, they now draw adventurous visitors to rare wildlife, sacred sites and vast views.

A pair of recently released reports shed light on the state of California waterways ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.

The Santa Monica Pier has once again been ranked among California’s most polluted beaches, landing on Heal the Bay’s annual “Beach Bummer” list for the 10th consecutive year ahead of Memorial Day ...

Santa Monica Pier ranks #2 on California's most polluted beaches list for the 10th straight year due to elevated bacteria levels, according to Heal the Bay's 2025-2026 report.

Summer is around the corner, meaning beach and camping trips for those who can find time off, and with so many beaches in California, vacationers may want to combine the two. California is home to ...

The Santa Monica Pier ranked among California’s most polluted beaches for the 10th consecutive year, according to Heal the Bay’s annual Beach Report Card released Wednesday ahead of Memorial Day ...

Six beaches in San Mateo County rank among the 10 most polluted in California in an annual water quality survey by an environmental advocacy group. Heal the Bay’s Beach Report ...

When it rains, it pours — and flushes pollution straight into local waters. Last winter’s wet, rainy season put a damper on water quality throughout Southern California, with fewer beaches making the ...

With Memorial Day weekend approaching and sweltering temperatures imminent, Angelenos will be sure to flock to the Southern California beaches these next few days. However, beachgoers should be aware ...

Big cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco tend to steal the spotlight in the Golden State, but many of California’s most loved qualities shine brightest in the charming beach towns located up and ...