Tucked away on the western edge of Helena sits a pristine natural haven that most Montanans drive past without a second ...

In a state famous for its jaw-dropping national parks, Spring Meadow Lake State Park in Helena stands as proof that sometimes ...

As a frequent Amtrak passenger who bought the USA Rail Pass, I think it provides a great value. Still, there are a few things ...

Researchers at Concordia have developed a new method of measuring the amount of usable water stored in snowpacks. The ...

If you want a full-on leaf-peeping trip, some of the best color in the state comes from three parks that show up again and again on national foliage lists: Austin was on track for one of its driest ...

Scientists have long questioned whether the vibrant colors of fall foliage serve an evolutionary purpose. One theory suggests red pigments protect leaves from sun damage, allowing trees to absorb more ...

Although the San Francisco Bay Area is not known for its comprehensive fall foliage, there are many locations where you can discover some stunning fall colors if you know where to look. “The cool ...

With fall nearly halfway through, the vibrant hues of fall have come and gone in much of the United States, leaving foliage in midwestern and southern parts of the country left to change. During the ...

Finding fall foliage near L.A. is easier when you know native trees. Several native trees and plants’ leaves change to autumnal colors this time of year. Hiking near water sources such as the Arroyo ...

A sea of auburn, gold and orange blurs by on a winding, scenic drive in the San Bernardino Mountains, looking like something out of a travel brochure for fall on the East Coast. Now is the perfect ...