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California State Parks, California Highway Patrol and Allied Agencies Launch Public Safety Operation in Big Sur and Point Lobos Ahead of Summer Travel

CARMEL – California State Parks and California Highway Patrol, in coordination with CAL FIRE and Caltrans, is launching an enforcement and education operation on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. between Carmel River State Beach and Rocky Creek in Big Sur. This operation aims to bring public awareness to safety concerns with pedestrian and vehicle traffic along Highway 1 from Carmel to Big Sur near Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (SNR), Garrapata State Park and other popular destinations.

May 06, 2025 Carmel River SB, Point Lobos SNR, Garrapata SP Read the Full News Release
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Parks California Launches $5 Million Effort for Fire-Affected Los Angeles Area State Parks

SACRAMENTO – Parks California announced today the launch of a $5 million fundraising effort in support of California State Parks to reimagine, restore and reopen state parks affected by the January 2025 Los Angeles firestorm. The RENEW LA Fund seeks donor investments to accelerate State Parks’ ability to initiate fire recovery and resiliency planning for Will Rogers State Historic Park and Topanga State Park, both badly damaged in the Palisades Fire.

April 24, 2025 Will Rogers SHP, Topanga SP Read the Full News Release
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Celebrate Earth Day at State Parks with In-Person and Virtual Events

SACRAMENTO — Celebrate Earth Day this month with California State Parks at any of the 280 unique state parks. State Parks will host numerous Earth Day-themed events throughout April 19-27. They include in-person activities, such as guided nature walks, beach cleanups, interactive junior ranger programs and hands-on restoration projects, as well as virtual programming with a live dive broadcast exploring the hidden world of the ocean.

April 15, 2025 Read the Full News Release
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California State Parks Welcomes 32 New Peace Officers (Rangers and Lifeguards) at Graduation Ceremony

PARADISE —California State Parks celebrated the graduation of 32 cadets on Friday, April 11. These dedicated individuals completed eight months of rigorous training and are ready to “Live the Parks Life” as State Park Peace Officers, joining the nation's largest state park system. From the program's start on September 3, 2024, the cadets have shown unwavering commitment to protecting California’s natural and cultural treasures. Their journey exemplifies this year’s motto: “Water and Land, Together We Stand,” reflecting their dedication to safeguarding the state’s diverse landscapes and waterways for future generations.

April 14, 2025 Read the Full News Release
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“This is Where You Live” – Celebrate Fourth Annual California State Parks Week June 11-15

SACRAMENTO — Mark your calendars and start making plans to join California State Parks and partners in celebrating the fourth annual California State Parks Week from June 11-15. Presented by California State Parks, California State Parks Foundation, Parks California and Save the Redwoods League, this exciting weeklong celebration with the tagline “This is Where You Live”offers more than 170 events, including both in-person and virtual experiences, highlighting the people, places and programs that make California’s 280 state parks truly unique. 

April 14, 2025 Read the Full News Release