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Public Advised of Hazardous Current at Lake Natoma - Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California State Parks urges visitors to exercise extreme caution while enjoying Lake Natoma, a subunit of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, over the next several days. Significant water releases are expected from both Folsom and Nimbus Dams as the next storms approach the Sacramento area. As releases at Folsom Dam increase, water levels may raise rapidly resulting in strong currents that are unsafe for recreational activities on or around the lake shore. The strong currents may also prompt park officials to close parts of the lake starting Friday, December 30, and continuing until the water and currents recede.

December 30, 2022 Folsom Lake SRA Read the Full News Release

Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division to Host Grant Workshop on January 9-10

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - California State Parks’ Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division invites entities that provide off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation opportunities to a two-day grant workshop in Bakersfield on January 9-10. In-person and virtual opportunities will be available. Participants will be informed on the various motorized grants available and how to apply for them.

December 28, 2022 Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Read the Full News Release

Big Basin Redwoods State Park Reopens 4 Additional Miles of Roads and Trails

BOULDER CREEK, Calif. — California State Parks today announced Big Basin Redwoods State Park will reopen an additional four miles of roads and trails effective this Friday, December 23.

December 21, 2022 Big Basin Redwoods SP Read the Full News Release

California State Park and Recreation Commission Announces Nomination Period for Golden Bear Award Program

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— The California State Park and Recreation Commission (SPRC) invites Californians to recognize and celebrate individuals who have demonstrated leadership and contributed significantly towards a healthier California by helping to preserve the state’s natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. The 2023 nomination period for the Golden Bear Award program is open now until June 30, 2023.

December 19, 2022 Read the Full News Release

Kick-Off 2023 in the Outdoors With an Annual First Day Hike

SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is inviting Californians to kick-start the new year in a healthy way by getting some fresh air and enjoying the outdoors with an annual First Day Hike. More than 50 state parks will be participating with over 50 guided hikes taking place across the state. Whether walking among giant sequoias or along the state’s coastal beaches or enjoying some wildlife viewing—California has some of the most unique and iconic parks in the country for everyone to explore.

December 19, 2022 Read the Full News Release

Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition Gains Momentum in Fight to Protect Giant Sequoias Threatened by Unprecedented Wildfire Risk

ARNOLD, Calif. (Dec. 14, 2022) – Officials from the State of California, USDA Forest Service (Forest Service), National Parks Service (NPS), Tule River Indian Tribe of California and Save the Redwoods League - all members of the Giant Sequoia Lands Coalition - announced today that they have made significant progress to restore the giant sequoia range and help protect it from severe wildfires.

December 14, 2022 Read the Full News Release

“Christmas in Coloma” at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather Forecasted

COLOMA, Calif.— California State Parks announced today that “Christmas in Coloma,” scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11 at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (SHP) in Coloma, has been cancelled.

December 07, 2022 Marshall Gold Discovery SHP Read the Full News Release

California State Parks Fully Reopens Brannan Island State Recreation Area

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California State Parks today announced the full reopening of  Brannan Island State Recreation Area (SRA) after moving to reduced operations earlier this year. All areas of the park will open to the public tomorrow Thursday, December 1.The public can begin booking camping reservations starting Jan. 1, 2023. Park Delta Bay will operate the state recreation area, which includes day use areas, a boat launch ramp, and campground sites.

November 30, 2022 Brannan Island SRA Read the Full News Release

Division of Boating and Waterways Now Accepting Applications for Shoreline Erosion Control and Public Beach Restoration Grants

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is now accepting grant applications for shoreline erosion control and public beach restoration projects. The deadline to submit applications for funding in fiscal year 2024/25 is Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022 by noon.

November 29, 2022 Division of Boating and Waterways Read the Full News Release

“Christmas in Coloma” Returns to Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park

COLOMA, Calif.—California State Parks is pleased to announce the return of “Christmas in Coloma” at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (SHP) on Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day. Community members, families and out-of- town guests are invited to enjoy traditional family-oriented holiday activities and explore historic buildings at the park.

November 29, 2022 Marshall Gold Discovery SHP Read the Full News Release