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California's 'Gateway To The Sierra' Is A National Forest With Rivers, Lakes, And Campsites
Discover a gorgeous outdoor paradise tucked away in California's Sierra Nevada region. This national forest is the ideal place for camping, kayaking, and more.
California town near Nevada named the third-snowiest place in the country
This Sierra Nevada town is named one of the snowiest places in America. The Weather Channel had unique specifications for the ranking.
The 5 most dangerous places to be rescued in California’s wilderness
These five places in California's wilderness are jaw-droppingly beautiful but stealthily treacherous, taking the lives of explorers and rescuers alike.
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Three wet winters in a row for the first time in 25 years? Sierra Nevada snowpack 85% of normal, with more storms forecast
The statewide Sierra Nevada snowpack, which provides nearly one-third of California’s water supply, was at 85% of its historical average Friday. That’s up from 69% a month ago. And more storms are forecast for the next 10 days.

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California snowpack rebounds amid a wobbly winter, with more storms on the way
California's snowpack remains below average despite powerful storms in early February
SACRAMENTO – California's snowpack remains below average despite several powerful storms providing a boost in February. The California Department of Water Resources conducted its third snow survey of the season on Friday at Phillips Station, finding that the state's snowpack currently sits at 85 percent of average for this date.
Heavy rain and powerful winds slam California; storm dissipates in the East
Meanwhile, more storms will follow next week, with one system due to reach central and Southern California from late Monday to Tuesday,
Snowpack measurement shows below average levels in Sierra Nevada
As California’s rainy season enters its final stretch, state water managers announced Friday that the vital Sierra Nevada snowpack is just 85% of normal for this time of year.
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Chinook Salmon Are Swimming in This California River for the First Time in More Than 80 Years
The juvenile fish recently hatched from eggs that scientists deposited in the gravelly riverbed of the North Yuba River last fall
California Gets Warning About Water Supply
The state's snowpack is performing below average for this time of year, with more dry weather likely in March.
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California pins hopes on March to bolster snowpack
A Friday snow survey revealed the state has much ground to gain to reach its historic average levels by April 1.