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Best of the West: National park beaches

Check out these 10 scenic spots to swim, float and soak in the sun at the West's amazing national parks.

Three Sisters loop offers one of Oregon's most scenic backpack trips

The 46-mile circuit of trails around the third-, fourth- and fifth-highest peaks in the state is one of Oregon's great multinight backpacking opportunities -- and one that gives you plenty of those in-your-face views.

It's difficult to beat Big Island for quality beaches and sightseeing

Last week, we reported on our family vacation in Hawaii.  read more »

Pohakuloa brush fire closes Saddle Road

Dry conditions and wind have provided a one-two punch for the Army as it continues to battle a large fire at its Pohakuloa Training Area and on state land on Mauna Kea.

Terrorism talk stirs emotions

A speaker at a meeting of the Conservative Forum for Hawaii riled supporters of the Hawaiian sovereignty movement, although he never actually shared his thoughts or research on the subject.