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Welcome to California State Parks Sroll To Bottom Our Mission To provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. Off-Highway Vehicles Commissions Historic Preservation Boating & Waterways The biggest expansion of State Parks in decades. Introducing a bold vision to add three new state parks while growing existing parks by 30,000 acres by the end of the decade. More parks in more places. Learn More Increasing Access and Relevance To expand outdoor recreation offerings and better serve the diverse and growing population. LEARN MORE Planning for a Changing Landscape Wildfires, drought, and the effects of climate change on state parks are intractable challenges that call for sustainable and resilient solutions. LEARN MORE California State Parks Week Get ready for California State Parks Week!June 10 to 14, 2026 LEARN MORE Grants Grants cover a diverse range of projects, such as the renovation and expansion of local parks. LEARN MORE Reexamining our past California State Parks continues to address interpretive programs and exhibits in California’s State Park System that fall short of fully contextualizing the state’s history. LEARN MORE Arts in California Parks Support artists and culture bearers as they bring creativity into our shared public lands. LEARN MORE OuterSpatial App A mobile app making it easier to connect with nature and enhance access for all to the nation’s largest state park system. LEARN MORE Virtual Adventurer App Experience California's cultural heritage and natural world using the latest augmented and virtual reality technology. LEARN MORE Start booking your next adventure with us on ReserveCalifornia Our new reservation system improves service delivery to our visitors online and in our park units. You’ll be able to explore California’s outdoor recreational opportunities in a more modern way via interactive maps and other online tools. Go invent your adventure! View the FAQs. MAKE A RESERVATION Buy your annual pass now Are you a frequent visitor to a favorite state park, or love to sample the beauty of the state from north to south? A California State Parks Annual Pass may be for you. Our Annual Passes offer something for everyone, and make great gifts throughout the year! Please visit our passes page for additional information. GET YOUR PARK ANNUAL PASS More about CA State Parks Reservations and Fees Feel the breeze through the pines, smell an aromatic campfire, hear the waves gently lap the shoreline. Online Store Operated by PRIDE Industries, this site sells California State Parks passes, apparel, and publications to the public. Find a Park We have an easier way to Find a Park by simply choosing the first letter of the name, by activities or facilities, by a region within the State or by a specific city. Newsroom Stay up to date on the latest news and announcements from California State Parks. Accessible Parks Making sure that everyone - including visitors with disabilities - has access to the natural and cultural wonders that make up California State Parks. Events See what is happening at a park near you.