At 8:32 a.m. on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted with explosive force—the largest volcanic event in U.S. history. A 5.1-magnitude earthquake triggered a massive landslide that tore away the ...

Climbing Cinder Cone is a steep, slow slog but worth every step. Waiting at the top of the 6,907-foot volcano are a sense of accomplishment and amazing views. A trail circles the rim, providing ...

Lassen Volcanic National Park, California (CNN)-- "I commend you for wanting to try the Cinder Cone trail," the park ranger said ominously at the visitor center of Lassen Volcanic National Park in ...

If you’re looking to explore Central Oregon, road trips are one of the best ways to see the region’s diverse landscapes. From ...

On a recent visit to the Flagstaff Nordic Center, I overheard general manager Mark Gullo providing directions to another visitor who was about to head north to the Grand Canyon. Gullo suggested a stop ...

Volcanoes are one of Earth’s most powerful and mesmerizing geological features. Simultaneously beautiful and terrifying, they can hibernate for years before rumbling back to life spewing fiery ash ...

It’s always nice when a trail surprises you. Most trails in Southern Utah do surprise me with their beauty. You would think after 12 years living here, I would be accustomed to our scenic landscapes, ...