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California State Parks Encourages Visitors to Recreate Safely and Responsibly During Memorial Day Weekend

SACRAMENTO, Calif.– California State Parks invites Californians and visitors from around the world to recreate responsibly during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, one of the busiest outdoor holiday weekends of the year. California’s diverse landscape has recreational activities for everyone, from swimming in lakes, rivers, and oceans to hiking among giant redwoods or sequoias to off-highway vehicle riding in deserts and mountains to camping along the coastline. Following simple safety precautions, such as wearing a properly fitted life jacket or proper riding gear, avoiding alcohol, and knowing one’s limits while engaged in aquatic activities, can help save lives. 

May 22, 2024 Read the Full News Release

Caltrans and California State Parks Encourage Community Action to Preserve the Outdoors During Memorial Day Weekend

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer approaches, many Californians attracted to warmer weather and outdoor activities with friends and family are planning trips to the outdoors. 

May 21, 2024 Kings Beach SRA, Crystal Cove SP Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Offers Free Admission to Veterans, Active and Reserve Military on Memorial Day

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, and active and reserve military members, by offering free admission to 143 participating state park units on Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2024. The list of participating park units can be found at parks.ca.gov/MemorialDay2024.

May 20, 2024 Read the Full News Release

Big Basin Redwoods State Park Launches Summer Shuttle Service for Weekends, Holidays

BOULDER CREEK, Calif. — Just in time for the busy Memorial Day holiday weekend, California State Parks and Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks announced today that access to Big Basin Redwoods State Park will increase this summer with the addition of a free pilot shuttle program, a new interim parking area, and weekend Santa Cruz METRO bus service to the park.

May 17, 2024 Big Basin Redwoods SP Read the Full News Release

Celebrate National Safe Boating Week May 18 – 24

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is inviting new and experienced boating enthusiasts to celebrate National Safe Boating Week from May 18-24, 2024. This week is a time to emphasize the importance of responsible boating practices and water safety awareness as boaters head out to California’s waterways during Memorial Day weekend. As boaters across the country gear up for the summer season of adventure, the U.S. Coast Guard and DBW are sharing the top seven tips for safe and enjoyable boating experiences.

May 13, 2024 Division of Boating and Waterways Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Starts General Planning Process for El Capitán and Refugio State Beaches and Gaviota State Park

SACRAMENTO, Calif., — California State Parks announced today that it is developing a comprehensive General Plan update for the future of El Capitán and Refugio State Beaches (SB), and Gaviota State Park (SP) in Santa Barbara County. This General Plan update will include recommendations for protecting significant resources, modernizing park infrastructure, adapting to climate change impacts, and providing sustainable recreational opportunities for all visitors.

May 02, 2024 El Capitán SB, Gaviota SP, Refugio SB Read the Full News Release

California’s Newest State Park, Dos Rios, to Open June 12 in the San Joaquin Valley  

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks in partnership with Governor Gavin Newsom, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and the California Natural Resources Agency are excited to announce on this Earth Day that California will open its newest state park in the San Joaquin Valley on Wednesday, June 12. The opening day coincides with the launch of the Third Annual State Parks Week June 12-16. This year’s theme is “This is Where You Live” which is befitting for the opening of Dos Rios.

April 22, 2024 Dos Rios Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Encourages All to Celebrate Earth Day

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— Celebrate Earth Day this month with California State Parks at any of the 280 unique park units across the state. State Parks has numerous Earth Day-themed events planned. They include in-person activities such as guided walks and hikes, workdays, and a bioblitz, as well as virtual programming with a live dive broadcast exploring the hidden world of the ocean.

April 17, 2024 William B. Ide Adobe SHP, Chino Hills SP, Calaveras Big Trees SP, San Juan Bautista SHP, Castle Rock SP, Pigeon Point Light Station SHP, Anza-Borrego Desert SP, Crystal Cove SP Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Honors its Newest Peace Officers at Law Enforcement Academy Graduation Ceremony

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California State Parks graduated 17 cadets in Paradise, California, on Friday, April 12, who will "Live the Parks Life" as rangers and lifeguards in the country's largest state park system. From the program's beginning on September 5, 2023, this class has stayed committed to their responsibility as keepers of the state's most valuable natural and cultural resources as they advance to the next stage of their careers. Their class motto is “Live with honor, serve with pride.”

April 15, 2024 Read the Full News Release

California State Parks, California Arts Council and Parks California Launch New Grant Program to Fund Art Installations and Programming in Local Community Parks Across California

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks, the California Arts Council, and Parks California today announced the launch of a new Arts in California Parks grants program – the Local Parks Grant Program. A total of $8 million in grants is available to local non-profit and community organizations to support art and cultural programs in local communities across the state.

April 12, 2024 Read the Full News Release