Garden blogger Yvonne Savio gives us her best tips for keeping treasured veggies alive, along with what to think about for fall when it could be hot …
Summer Survival Guide
It’s hot out there, but don’t just huddle inside all day. Here are eight products that can turn even the smallest garden into an at-home water …
Ditch the long entry lines and camping wait lists. A total of 63 national parks dot the United States, some inevitably considered more popular than …
It’s tomato season, which means you probably have too many tomatoes. Here are eight recipes to help you enjoy your bounty. Is there anything more …
See Southern Utah from a new, cooler perspective in the water this summer. Picture a trip through Southern Utah: Does it look like red rock hikes, …
All you need is 10 minutes to make these homemade ice cream recipes—no equipment or churning required. If the thought of creamy, delicious, homemade …
Seriously, visit this summer! Keep cool at these buzzy spots around town. Palm Springs’ exploding popularity means summer is the best time to visit …
What to do in your garden now. For lasting bouquets, snip flowers early in the morning. Use sharp pruners and immediately place each stem in a bucket …
Serving up classic barbecue and seasonal produce with a side of coastal vibes, a California smokehouse gives low and slow a whole new meaning. A …
Cook up peaches, nectarines, cherries, and plums in desserts, salads, and more. Chilled Poached Halibut with Fresh Apricot Salsa Take apricots in a …
These beach and pool accessories are built to last. We love a hot pink flamingo floatie bobbing in the chlorine waters of a Palm Springs pool as much …
The Blackfin Model X and Model XL from iRocker are built to thrive in just about any setting. If you’ve been around water in recent memory you’ve no …
Get ready for the best beach day ever with these comfortable, portable, shaded beach chairs. Lean back, pull out your favorite beach read (and/or …
Lazy summer days deserve the laziest chair there ever was, a glorified, weatherized bean bag chair built for lounging, floating, and staying supine …
Campendium’s new map overlays are designed to track smoke areas in real time so campers know which areas to avoid. One camping app is responding to …
These coolers allow for easy, hands-free cold drinks on all your excursions this summer. With summer approaching, outdoor activities under the sun …
With more camping and glamping options than ever before, there’s never been a better time to explore the outdoors in the West. But we’re partial to …
For the 2022 Outdoor Living Issue, Sunset editor-in-chief Hugh Garvey reflects on the West’s many ways to savor golden hour, and all the hours in …
This summer will be hot. Duh. To survive, you need to stay cool—by any means necessary. Our guide features all the stories to get you through, no …
What the float! Cruise down these Western Rivers to cool off. One of my first memories of the West is a dreamy river float on the Salt River. My …
Tradition says it’s almost time to lay off the gin and tonics. We say make summer last as long as you can. Labor Day is coming up, so naturally you’re …
Three West Coast entrepreneurs are modernizing the rich, frosty favorite in surprising and delicious ways. Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá) is …
Get the cozy/chill vibes of a beautiful campfire without the pollution, and danger, of smoke, thanks to these efficient combustion stoves and fire …
Windows let in light, blur the barrier between outdoors and in, and can help us regulate indoor temperatures—when they work. Here’s how to whip your …
The Surfrider Hotel offers a laid-back feast for the senses with the best of the land and the sea. The last time Emma Goodwin was at the apiary, a …
Coastal properties call for durable, all-weather wicker and rattan pieces that are built to take a beating, beautifully. Here are seven ways to make …
We’ve got the scoop on the secret lakes, rivers, and streams you need to explore this summer. Sand Harbor State Park, Lake Tahoe Recommended by: Hannah …
Yes, it’s hot. Yes, your garden needs more help than ever. Here’s what to do in your backyard no matter where you are in the West. Ah, gardening in …
From teak to wicker to light-weight aluminum, outdoor furniture comes with different levels of care. Here are some options and how to care for …