Blink and you'll miss it: a sliver of sand tucked beside a Coast Guard station, hidden beneath the north tower of the Golden Gate Bridge-so close to the tourists above, yet so empty you can hear gulls ...

Looking for dog-friendly national parks in the U.S.? This guide covers where your pup is welcome, what trails allow dogs, and tips for a safe, fun visit together.

Diane Bentley Raymond is one of the book’s chief photographers and actually had to do battle with those seabirds while out ...