This finding contradicts a long-held premise in forest ecology—that wood ... Michael Nichols photographed California’s giant redwoods for the October 2009 issue.

Tucked away in Sonoma County, about 75 miles north of San Francisco, this 805-acre reserve offers a peaceful retreat into an ancient coast redwood forest ... California's Sierra Nevada boasts ...

Redwood Canyon and Muir Grove are also great places for longer treks. The Giant Forest is also home to the famous General Sherman Tree, the largest living tree – by volume – in the world.