California State Parks
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Archived: 2026-04-23 15:39
California State Parks
Welcome to California State Parks
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Our
Mission
To provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
Off-Highway Vehicles
Commissions
Historic Preservation
Boating & Waterways
The biggest expansion of
State Parks in decades.
Introducing a bold vision to add three new state parks while growing existing parks by 30,000 acres by the end of the decade.
More parks in more places.
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Increasing Access and Relevance
To expand outdoor recreation offerings and better serve the diverse and growing population.
LEARN MORE
Planning for a Changing Landscape
Wildfires, drought, and the effects of climate change on state parks are intractable challenges that call for sustainable and resilient solutions.
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California State Parks Week
Get ready for California State Parks Week!
June 10 to 14, 2026
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Grants
Grants cover a diverse range of projects, such as the renovation and expansion of local parks.
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Reexamining our past
California State Parks continues to address interpretive programs and exhibits in California’s State Park System that fall short of fully contextualizing the state’s history.
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Arts in California Parks
Support artists and culture bearers as they bring creativity into our shared public lands.
LEARN MORE
OuterSpatial App
A mobile app making it easier to connect with nature and enhance access for all to the nation’s largest state park system.
LEARN MORE
Virtual Adventurer App
Experience California's cultural heritage and natural world using the latest augmented and virtual reality technology.
LEARN MORE
Start booking your next adventure with us on ReserveCalifornia
Our new reservation system improves service delivery to our visitors online and in our park units. You’ll be able to explore California’s outdoor recreational opportunities in a more modern way via interactive maps and other online tools. Go invent your adventure! View the FAQs.
MAKE A RESERVATION
Buy your annual pass now
Are you a frequent visitor to a favorite state park, or love to sample the beauty of the state from north to south? A California State Parks Annual Pass may be for you. Our Annual Passes offer something for everyone, and make great gifts throughout the year! Please visit our passes page for additional information.
GET YOUR PARK ANNUAL PASS
More
about CA State Parks
Welcome to California State Parks
Sroll To Bottom
Our
Mission
To provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
Off-Highway Vehicles
Commissions
Historic Preservation
Boating & Waterways
The biggest expansion of
State Parks in decades.
Introducing a bold vision to add three new state parks while growing existing parks by 30,000 acres by the end of the decade.
More parks in more places.
Learn More
Increasing Access and Relevance
To expand outdoor recreation offerings and better serve the diverse and growing population.
LEARN MORE
Planning for a Changing Landscape
Wildfires, drought, and the effects of climate change on state parks are intractable challenges that call for sustainable and resilient solutions.
LEARN MORE
California State Parks Week
Get ready for California State Parks Week!
June 10 to 14, 2026
LEARN MORE
Grants
Grants cover a diverse range of projects, such as the renovation and expansion of local parks.
LEARN MORE
Reexamining our past
California State Parks continues to address interpretive programs and exhibits in California’s State Park System that fall short of fully contextualizing the state’s history.
LEARN MORE
Arts in California Parks
Support artists and culture bearers as they bring creativity into our shared public lands.
LEARN MORE
OuterSpatial App
A mobile app making it easier to connect with nature and enhance access for all to the nation’s largest state park system.
LEARN MORE
Virtual Adventurer App
Experience California's cultural heritage and natural world using the latest augmented and virtual reality technology.
LEARN MORE
Start booking your next adventure with us on ReserveCalifornia
Our new reservation system improves service delivery to our visitors online and in our park units. You’ll be able to explore California’s outdoor recreational opportunities in a more modern way via interactive maps and other online tools. Go invent your adventure! View the FAQs.
MAKE A RESERVATION
Buy your annual pass now
Are you a frequent visitor to a favorite state park, or love to sample the beauty of the state from north to south? A California State Parks Annual Pass may be for you. Our Annual Passes offer something for everyone, and make great gifts throughout the year! Please visit our passes page for additional information.
GET YOUR PARK ANNUAL PASS
More
about CA State Parks