Builders of the transcontinental railroad faced geographical obstacles ... Getting through the Sierra Nevada would require fortitude, technology -- and the sacrifice of many workers' lives.

The six men organize themselves as the first Board of Directors of the Central Pacific Railroad Company. October: Having completed his survey of the Sierra Nevada, Judah returns to Washington ...

This is the so-called Lost Sierra, the swath of mountains ... He shipped those red cabins by railroad from another mill he operated in Sardine Valley, near Stampede Reservoir, and sawed them ...

Interested in going "Around the World in 80 Days"? Here are the longest train lines in the world, arranged by length, that ...

These are the best fall foliage train rides in the United States, offering breathtaking views of the changing leaves, and ...

For Trump, this was only one moment in a well-documented history of public falsehoods, highlighted by his oft-repeated lies ...

Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate Halloween? From haunted trails to eerie train rides, these campgrounds offer ...

Taste may be subjective but you won’t find many beer lovers who disparage Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. If it isn’t the most universally beloved craft beer of all time, it’s certainly one of the most ...

La Araucanía Region in southern Chile offers adventurers and culture enthusiasts natural wonders such as volcanoes, national ...

California residents are bracing for an early winter storm that is predicted to dust the Sierra Nevada with snow, according ...

Looking for a unique autumn experience? Now's the time to visit one of the North State's many scenic waterfalls. Here's your ...

High winds, dry brush, and steep terrain have made the Bear fire in Sierra County a challenge to fight since it was sparked ...