Why is the smell of Arizona's monsoon so distinctive? It releases the aromas of the desert, one ecologist says.

Four rare species have fluttered into view during my continuing quest to photograph the endangered Mount Charleston blue ...

Prineville, Oregon might just be the stress-relieving prescription you didn’t know you needed. Tucked away in Central Oregon’s high desert, this charming town offers a perfect blend of outdoor ...

The high desert plains surrounding the Bisti/De-Na-Zin are about 6,500 feet above sea level, though the badlands themselves sit 200 to 400 feet below that due to erosion.

Visit this large but lesser-known state park for stunning wildflowers, epic hikes, starry night skies, and camping among ...

Instead of cutting grass, many Valley communities encourage residents to do away with it. Here's some of what is available.