After learning that the beloved Tunnel Trail had recently reopened, I decided to try hiking one of my favorite frontcountry paths leading through the picturesque Mission Crags formation and on to the ...

Hiking exuberantly up familiar Rattlesnake Canyon Trail in early September’s splendid heat, I realized how fortunate we are to live in Santa Barbara and yet have easy access to near-wilderness canyon ...

However, they tend to stay near the canyon walls for the warmth of the rocks. Guides say the Grand Canyon Rattlesnake, which can only be found here, is not aggressive and practically must be goaded ...