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Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Bodie SHP, Colonel Allensworth SHP, Jack London SHP, Montaña de Oro SP, Oceano Dunes SVRA, Old Town San Diego SHP, Point Lobos SNR, Sue-meg SP

California State Parks Launches Virtual Adventurer Mobile App, an Interactive Augmented and Virtual Reality Journey

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks today launched Virtual Adventurer, a new mobile app that will transform how park visitors connect to and interact with the iconic places, deep history and diverse cultural and natural landscapes of California. This augmented reality app transports visitors through time, and its virtual reality experiences offer exciting ways for users to explore new perspectives shared by people who continue to call California home.

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Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Chino Hills SP, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, Red Rock Canyon SP, Ocotillo Wells SVRA

2023 Spring Season May Bring Spectacular Wildflower Blooms—and Crowds—to State Parks

Friday, February 10, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – With spectacular wildflower blooms expected this spring that may attract thousands of people into the outdoors, California State Parks is providing visitors with tips on how to explore the blooms safely and responsibly. In the interest of safety and conservation, visitors are asked to understand the area they plan on visiting, check the weather, respect the landscapes and know their body limitations. Following these simple tips can positively increase the experience for all wildflower bloom enthusiasts.

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California State Parks Invites Public to Virtually Commemorate the Contributions of César Chávez to Borrego Springs

Friday, March 26, 2021

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks invites the public to virtually commemorate the contributions of prominent civil rights, union and farm labor leader César Chávez made at Borrego Springs (San Diego County) in 1966. In partnership with Borrego Springs High School students, State Parks will be unveiling four interpretive bilingual panels at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park® that will display how César Chávez supported local farm workers who wanted the National Farm Workers Association as their union. The ceremony will be hosted on the Facebook pages of State Parks and Anza-Borrego Desert SP from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 31.

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California State Parks, Anza-Borrego Foundation Launch New Leave No Trace Initiative for Upcoming Desert Season

Friday, November 20, 2020

Borrego Springs, Calif.—Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (Anza-Borrego) and the Anza-Borrego Foundation (ABF) are excited to announce a new partnership with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics for the upcoming 2020/2021 desert season. This new partnership and the Leave No Trace Initiative will encourage and educate new and returning visitors to Anza-Borrego to care for the local desert and public lands through the “Seven Principles of Leave No Trace”, available in English and Spanish. The initiative also reminds the public on their role to slow the spread of COVID-19. With many activities limited during the pandemic, outdoor public spaces have been essential to many Californians. As a result, California State Parks and partners are expecting high visitation and increased use with the beginning of the desert season this month through March/April of next year.

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Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Hungry Valley SVRA, Red Rock Canyon SP, Ocotillo Wells SVRA

California State Parks May Experience a Moderate Wildflower Bloom This Spring Season

Monday, March 9, 2020

California State Parks announced today that its desert state parks may experience a moderate wildflower bloom this spring season depending on the continued weather conditions. The unique combination of sun, rain, temperature and wind define the stage for the springtime arrival of wildflowers.

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Banner for Start the New Year in the Outdoors With a First Day Hike - California State Parks Hosting Approximately 50 Hikes Statewide
Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Año Nuevo SP, Angel Island SP, Big Basin Redwoods SP, Crystal Cove SP, Carpinteria SB, Salt Point SP, Torrey Pines SB, Marshall Gold Discovery SHP

Start the New Year in the Outdoors With a First Day Hike - California State Parks Hosting Approximately 50 Hikes Statewide

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Looking to burn off some holiday calories and start the new year on the right foot? California State Parks invites the public to absorb the wonders of nature with a First Day Hike on New Year’s Day. Dedicated docents, volunteers and staff will be providing about 50 hikes at state parks throughout California. 

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Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Ocotillo Wells SVRA

Wildflower Season May Bring Beautiful Blooms––and Crowds––to State Parks

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

California State Parks today announced that its public lands might experience a spectacular floral display this spring. This unpredictable, rare occurrence may attract thousands of people to the outdoors. To ensure safety and conservation, the department asks visitors to please respect the iconic landscapes and be knowledgeable of the area, weather and their body limitations. 


El Departamento de Parques Estatales de California anuncio hoy que las tierras públicas podrían experimentar una exhibición floral espectacular esta primavera. Esta imprevisible y rara ocurrencia puede atraer miles de personas al aire libre. Para garantizar la seguridad y la conservación, el departamento pide a los visitantes que respeten los paisajes icónicos y que conozcan el área, el clima y sus limitaciones de sus cuerpos.

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Banner for California State Parks Offers Tips for Desert State Parks this Winter Season
Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Heber Dunes SVRA, Indio Hills Palms Prop, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Picacho SRA, Providence Mountains SRA, Red Rock Canyon SP, Salton Sea SRA

California State Parks Offers Tips for Desert State Parks this Winter Season

Thursday, December 6, 2018

California State Parks reminds outdoor enthusiasts to recreate safely and responsibly in desert state parks this winter season. Deserts are beautiful and exciting places, but they can also be very unpredictable and dangerous. Simple actions such as taking plenty of water and food, and knowing that cell coverage is extremely limited or non-existent can help visitors safely enjoy these iconic landscapes.  

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