Jaclyn Cosgrove covers the (great!) outdoors at the Los Angeles Times. They started at The Times in 2017 and have written about wildfires, culture, protests, crime and county government. In 2022, they managed For Your Mind, a yearlong mental health project. Cosgrove is originally from rural Oklahoma and is a proud Oklahoma State University graduate. They fell in love with the Southern California landscape when they moved here in 2017. They are always looking for the next adventure and welcome your ideas. If their phone goes straight to voicemail when you call, it probably means they’re in the mountains with their beloved dog, Maggie May.
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It is exceedingly rare to spot a mountain lion while out hiking in Southern California. But should you see one, these expert tips will help you know what to do next.
Oct. 24, 2024
Within three hours of L.A., there are locales to satisfy every type of autumn yearning, whether it’s for the desert, beach or mountains.
Oct. 18, 2024
Reservations for campgrounds near wildflower blooms are opening up. Book one now before they disappear.
Oct. 17, 2024
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Oct. 15, 2024
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Oct. 10, 2024
Our second subscriber hike event will take place along the Gabrielino Trail and be led by outdoors writer Jaclyn Cosgrove.
Oct. 7, 2024
Big Santa Anita Canyon is considered one of the most beautiful corners of Angeles National Forest, featuring waterfalls, tree canopy and more. After being devastated by the Bobcat fire in 2020, it finally reopened Wednesday.
Oct. 3, 2024
The Bridge, Line and Airport fires have burned about 184 square miles of land in Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties, affecting many popular outdoor destinations.
Sept. 27, 2024
No one wants to be on their phone while out enjoying nature, but using apps like iNaturalist and others can maximize, not distract, from the experience.
Sept. 26, 2024
Southern California is on fire again. If you’re still hankering to go outdoors, try these trails that are far away from the burned areas.
Sept. 19, 2024