Today, Tucker owns 2,600 acres of Mojave desert mining claims he plans to excavate, mostly for gold but also for silver. And ...

From ghost towns to historic ruins, discover forgotten California places with captivating stories hidden beyond the crowds.

The idea formed in 1957 of drilling very deep to reach the mantle and collect a sample. The U.S. project nicknamed “Mohole,” ...

The idea formed in 1957 of drilling very deep to reach the mantle and collect a sample. The U.S. project nicknamed “Mohole,” ...

Just beyond historic Route 66 lies a forgotten desert road leading to two ghost towns that once thrived during California's gold rush. Rich mines, a private railroad, and a booming red-light district ...

In the months before the infamous murders, a prospector with a spiritual bent, Paul Crockett, used his own mind games to ...

California hikes add mystery to the miles, leading past historic ruins, forgotten relics, and old structures with stories ...

If you think you’ve seen all of California’s coastal attractions, you haven’t met the Punta Gorda Lighthouse near Petrolia, a ...

Gold discovery sparked a rush that rapidly swelled California’s population and economy—and brought conflict and disruption.

A proposed mining project by a Canadian company has renewed concerns over the future of California’s renowned Hot Creek fishery.