In a state famous for its spectacular coastline, the Walton Lighthouse stands as a perfect symbol of California’s enduring relationship with the sea—modern yet timeless, functional yet beautiful, ...

There’s a moment when you round that final bend on Highway 101, just past San Luis Obispo, when Avila Beach suddenly appears like California’s best-kept secret – a postcard-perfect slice of coastal ...

Deep in the waters off Panama, Robert Field takes kayak fishing to the next level. Giant tuna explode from the depths while ...

Exploring the great outdoors is a great way to recharge, reconnect, and discover the beauty of diverse landscapes. And ...

Roasting marshmallows around the fire, telling scary stories under the stars and running around the campgrounds are only just ...

California’s coastline is full of towns that bring out the classic charm of seaside living. Whether you’re after quiet ...

Ask anyone what image comes to mind when they picture California, and it won’t be long before they mention the beach. Wide, sandy shores with crashing waves that slide up and down the coastline. Kids ...

San Luis Reservoir, looking south towards Portuguese Cove in early fall in November 2023. Fishing report compiled by California Outdoors Hall of Fame member Dave Hurley and edited by Roger George, who ...

Kayak fishing has seen a boon in popularity over the past few years. Less expensive than a conventional boat, these one-person fishing platforms allow anglers to make their way into the skinny water ...

New kayak fishing tours are now offered in Port San Luis, with an experienced guide at the helm. Outdoor company Pismo Adventures is collaborating with Avila Beach Paddlesports for kayakers to catch ...

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego has named Mark Gold as the new director of the California Cooperative Oceanic Fisheries Investigations, the renowned ...

There was a time not too long ago when I’d have described kayak fishing as “simplistic.” You tossed a light-weight yak in the bed of the truck or strapped it to the roof, brought a handful of lures ...