California

Photo Essay: What It's Like to Be a USFS Wilderness Ranger Intern
Photo Essay: What It's Like to Be a USFS Wilderness Ranger Intern

A firsthand account of two rugged months spent living and working with the Forest Service in California's famed John Muir Wilderness

13 Gorgeous Film Photos From San Diego's Dream Beach
13 Photos From the Winner of Field Mag's First Film Photography Contest

Field Mag Film Photo Contest winner Luis Ortega's photographic muse is his hometown beachfront, and all the people he shares it with

Eastern Sierra Camping: The 10 Best Spots According to a Local
A Visual Guide to Eastern Sierra Camping in California's High Country

A comprehensive guide to roughing it on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada—where to camp, hike, fish, and soak in hot springs this season

Desolation Wilderness Backpacking Guide: Lake Aloha & Endless Views
18 Stunning Film Photos from California's Desolation Wilderness Protected Area

Hard earned tips, gear suggestions, and beautiful film photography from 5 days hiking in California's famed El Dorado National Forest

Ventana Big Sur Resort Offers the Best of Remote Luxury & Camping
Immerse Yourself in the Legendary Beauty of Big Sur at This Classic Resort

This expansive nature retreat along California's iconic Pacific Coast offers glamping, camping, and luxe hotel amenities, too

13 Best Mendocino Cabins Rentals on the California Coast
13 Cool Cabins on the Picturesque Mendocino Coast of Northern California

Cabins, A-Frames and more from one of northern California's coastal hot-spots

A Wildfire Destroyed Their Cabin. Now They Are Helping Others Build
They Built a Famous Cabin. Then the Wildfires Came. Now They're Helping Others Build

Q&A with Elevated Spaces founder and builder on building with a community, selling cabin and treehouse plans, and expert advice for new DIY builders

20 Sun-soaked Film Photos of Seven Gables in the John Muir Wilderness
Taking the Trail Less Traveled in the Sierra Nevada's John Muir Wilderness

Trip report and dreamy photography documents a long weekend spent exploring deep within Northern California's iconic Sierra Nevada range

kitHAUS Cabins Combine Mid-Century Design with Prefab Construction
This LA-Based Prefab Company Draws Inspiration from Mid-Century Greats

Live out your mid-century modern dreams (affordably) in these sleek prefab cabins from Southern California

Lost Coast Hiking Guide: What You Need to Know About the Iconic California Trail
A Hiker's Guide to Northern California's Legendary Lost Coast Trail

Dreamy film photography, gear essentials, pro tips, and do's & don'ts for backpacking one of the West Coast's most classic trails

Vans x Parks Project Is An Ode To California National Parks
Vans x Parks Project Release Collaboration Inspired By The Golden State

Featuring iconic Vans designs and "leave no trace" messaging, this footwear and more collection is a celebration of California's outdoorsy lifestyle

Pandemic Van Camping Along the Northern California Coast
12 Film Photos From a Vanlife Road Trip Up the Northern California Coast

This lesser known, lesser loved ‘86 Toyota Van is a true ticket to freedom—at a quarter the price of your average VW or Sprinter adventure van