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Explore the nation's largest state park system with comprehensive resources, including park information, reservations, passes, Apps and more. Learn how California State Parks is increasing access and relevance, planning for a changing landscape, and offering grants and programs.
- ABOUT
California’s state parks and the recreational programs...
- GRANTS
California State Parks’ grants cover a diverse range of...
- JOBS
California State Parks is excited to take part in the first...
- LEARNING
Interpretation & Education Division. P.O. Box 942896...
- NEWS
GORMAN, Calif.— California State Parks today announced the...
- OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES
Off-Highway Vehicle Access Project. The Off-Highway Vehicle...
- HISTORIC PRESERVATION
*HEAT and WILDFIRES ALERT: The National Weather Service has...
- BOATING AND WATERWAYS
No matter where you boat in California, a water adventure...
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State Parks has something for everybody year-round. Whether it’s hiking, biking, strolling on a beach or cross-country skiing, state parks have it all. You can walk through the redwoods, sail on a lake, view wildlife, explore the desert, see history firsthand in historic sites, and just relax with family and friends.
There are 87 State Parks, 63 State Beaches, 51 State Historic Parks, 32 State Recreation Areas, 16 State Natural Reserves, 14 State Park Properties, 8 Vehicular Recreation Areas, 2 State Marine Reserves, 1 State Historical Monument, 1 State Seashore, and 1 Wayside Park.
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Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Brannan Island State Recreation Area. Burleigh H. Murray Ranch Park Property. Burton Creek State Park. Butano State Park. Butte City Project Park Property. Calaveras Big Trees State Park. California Citrus State Historic Park. California Indian Heritage Center Park Property.
Follow this A to Z guide to learn about where to explore redwoods, find hidden beaches, spot wildlife, and more in California’s 280 incredible state parks.
Learn how to make a reservation, where to camp in northern, central, and southern California, and what to bring for a comfortable stay. Explore the best camping spots in California state parks, from beaches to redwoods, with this guide from California State Parks Foundation.