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Expect a Limited Wildflower Bloom This Spring in Southern California’s State Parks

SACRAMENTO – California State Parks announced today that this year’s wildflower bloom in Southern California state parks is expected to be limited due to below-average winter rainfall. Wildflower growth depends on a delicate mix of weather factors, including rain and its timing, amount of sunlight, seasonal temperature patterns, and wind, that cause the bloom timing and the number of flowers seen across the region to vary from year to year.

February 24, 2025 Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Picacho SRA, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Chino Hills SP, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Red Rock Canyon SP Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts to ‘Share the Trails’ During Fall OHV Safety Week

SACRAMENTO – California State Parks invites all off-roading enthusiasts to the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division’s Fall OHV Safety Week from Nov. 16 to 24. This year’s theme, “Share the Trails,” focuses on fostering respect, responsibility and a sense of community for all who enjoy California’s diverse off-highway trails.

November 08, 2024 Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation, Heber Dunes SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, California State Parks, Prairie City SVRA, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Oceano Dunes SVRA, Carnegie SVRA, Clay Pit SVRA, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts to Share the Trail During OHV Spring Safety Week, March 23 to 31

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California State Parks Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division and its partners are encouraging off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to “Share the Trails,” the theme for the upcoming Spring OHV Safety Week, taking place from March 23 to 31. This semiannual event promotes safe and responsible OHV recreation across California's dedicated OHV public lands. This year’s theme reminds OHV recreational users to focus on sharing the responsibility of following safety protocols and protecting the state’s natural resources.

March 18, 2024 Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation, California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Commission, Carnegie SVRA, Clay Pit SVRA, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Heber Dunes SVRA, Hollister Hills SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, Oceano Dunes SVRA, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Prairie City SVRA Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Anticipates Impressive Spring Wildflower Blooms in Desert State Parks

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – This spring, California’s desert state parks could potentially be adorned with a sea of rainbow colors as the wildflower season is expected to be an impressive one, and California State Parks is asking all visitors to enjoy them responsibly.

March 01, 2024 Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Chino Hills SP, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Picacho SRA, Tule Elk SNR, Ocotillo Wells SVRA Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts to ‘Be Off-Road Heroes’ During OHV Safety Week November 11 to 19

SACRAMENTO, Calif.—California State Parks Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division and partners are proud to announce the upcoming fall OHV Safety Week, taking place from November 11 to 19. This semiannual event promotes safe and responsible off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation across California's dedicated OHV public lands. This year’s theme is “Be the Off-Road Hero,” and OHV enthusiasts can be heroes by following safety protocols and protecting the state’s natural resources.

November 03, 2023 Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation, Carnegie SVRA, Hollister Hills SVRA, Clay Pit SVRA, Heber Dunes SVRA, Oceano Dunes SVRA, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Prairie City SVRA Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages Off-Highway Vehicle Enthusiasts to Be Off-Road Heroes During OHV Safety Weeks in 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif.—This year, the California State Parks’ Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division and partners are encouraging off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to be off-road heroes. The theme for the 2023 OHV Safety Awareness Weeks, set for April 1-9 and November 11-19, is “Be the Off-Road Hero.” Setting the example by following safety protocols can have a positive impact in the lives of all Californians.

March 29, 2023 Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation, California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Commission, Carnegie SVRA, Clay Pit SVRA, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Hollister Hills SVRA, Heber Dunes SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, Oceano Dunes SVRA, Ocotillo Wells SVRA, Prairie City SVRA Read the Full News Release

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

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.

February 10, 2023 Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve SNR, Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Chino Hills SP, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch SVRA, Hungry Valley SVRA, Red Rock Canyon SP, Ocotillo Wells SVRA Read the Full News Release