More than 50 Hikes Taking Place Across California’s State Park System 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 … Read more
An Afternoon Snowshoe Adventure on the Trail of Champions Tahoma Ca, – Lake Tahoe- State Parks – The Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine State park is easy groomed trail experience in winter good for all skill levels of cross country skiing, snowshoeing or different types of Nordic skills. The Tahoe sugar pines and lush forests lining … Read more
Update – December 9, 2022 – Event Canceled because of impending Sierra Storm 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- … Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is honoring the service of U.S. veterans, as well as active and reserve personnel, by offering free admission to 132 select state parks on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. “State Parks thanks our nation’s service members for their bravery, sacrifices and dedication in answering the call of duty,” said State Parks … Read more
Park grounds remain open year round South Lake Tahoe, Calif.―October 27, 2022―Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close for the winter season on November 1, announced the California Tahoe Conservancy. The park grounds remain open all year to pedestrian access. The Conservancy co-manages the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park with Nevada State … Read more
The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that Reds Meadow Road at Minaret Vista will be closed for the season on Tuesday, October 11. The roadways within the Lakes Basin and the upper portion of Old Mammoth Road will remain open until weather conditions change. Starting October 1, tree felling began along Reds Meadow Road in preparation for upcoming road construction scheduled to begin in 2023. … Read more
COLOMA, Calif.— California State Parks invites the public to “Discover Your Adventure” during “Coloma Gold Rush Live!” at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (SHP). Join park staff and docents October 7 – 9, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in a re-creation of a gold rush tent town of 1850. Stop by the General … Read more
BISHOP, Calif. — The U.S. Forest Service will begin a tree removal operation to prepare for the upcoming reconstruction and widening of Reds Meadow Road. The work will primarily occur between Agnew Meadows and Minaret Vista starting on October 1. This will temporarily impact public access to the Reds Meadow Valley until the work is complete. General Schedule: … Read more
Sand Harbor State Park to host August 16 Tahoe Summit; park closed to visitation during event August 8, 2022 – Sand Harbor State Park will be closed Tuesday, August 16 for the Lake Tahoe Summit from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the closure, only those attending the summit may enter the park. Visitors interested … Read more
California State Parks To Temporarily Close Campgrounds at Portola Redwoods State Park Due to Drought SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks today announced the temporary closure of campground facilities at Portola Redwoods State Park due to lower water flows in Peters Creek, the park’s primary water source. Effective Friday Aug. 5, 2022, the campground facilities will be … Read more
Galena Campfire Program Series: Star Gazing with the Astronomical Society of Nevada Reno NV – July 7, 2022 – Weather permitting ASN (Astronomical society of Nevada) will have a presentation of the “Summer Triangle” Friday July 29th at Galena State park.. Several telescopes will be setup to view live the presentation. The Summer Triangle is … Read more
Reds Meadow Road Opens up Seasonal Access to Popular Recreational Sites Friday June 17. BISHOP, Calif. — Reds Meadow Road will be opening this Friday June 17, providing public access to Devils Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls , Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley. The Reds Meadow Shuttle … Read more
Graeagle Ca – June3, 2022 – Plumas Eureka State park announced today that they have opened campgrounds, the museum and all interpretive programs for the summer season. Plumas-Eureka State Park is open year-round for day use. Hiking trails and unpaved roads are open for visitor exploration. The Upper Jamison Campground is open for 2022 camping season. Camp Lisa … Read more
The transition from winter to spring is one of the epic times of year to sample all of the adventure opportunities here in the Central Sierra. While the snow hangs on in the high country offering great spring skiing, it’s also trickling down and charging up the rivers for the rafters and kayakers. Everything in … Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, active and reserve military members, by offering them free admission to participating parks on Memorial Day – Monday, May 30, 2022. A total of 133 park units will be honoring the free admission this year, including state vehicular recreation areas and the California State Railroad … Read more
CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY PARKS PASS ALLOWS FREE VEHICLE DAY USE ENTRY AT OVER 200 PARTICIPATING STATE PARKS UNITS. California State Parks and the California State Library today announced an additional opportunity to advance safe and equitable outdoor access to all Californians. Starting this week—National Library Week—California State Parks will be distributing the California State Library … Read more
LAGUNITAS, Calif.— California State Parks is saddened to inform the public that the iconic Pioneer Tree at Samuel P. Taylor State Park is no longer standing. The tree was fully engulfed in flames yesterday morning and collapsed in the afternoon. The Pioneer Tree and Cross Marin trails are temporarily closed until further notice. The public is advised … Read more
Grover’s Hot Springs State Park Remains Closed. Carson City, Nev., March 17, 2022 – The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest’s Carson Ranger District wants to remind visitors to be aware of their surroundings, stay out of closed campgrounds, and follow warning signs when recreating in the area burned by the 2021 Tamarack Fire near Markleeville, California. Burned landscapes … Read more
Parks across the state will offer special community events within-person and virtual programming SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Mar. 15, 2022) — The public is invited to celebrate the first annual California State Parks Week, June 14-18, presented by California State Parks , Save the Redwoods League, Parks California and the California State Parks Foundation. Through special community events and in-person and virtual programming, … Read more
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Grants Create Local New Parks Across California as Part of Newsom Administration’s “Outdoors for All” Initiative SACRAMENTO, Calif.— December 2021 – California State Parks today announced $548.3 million in grant funding to deliver new parks to more than 100 communities and advance the Newsom Administration’s “Outdoors for All” initiative to enable all Californians, regardless of … Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is proud to announce it has reached a major milestone in connecting more than 1 million K-12 students to state parks via free virtual field trips since 2004.Each school year, classrooms in California, across the United States and around the world have tuned into Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students® … Read more
It is impossible to travel one of the Sierra national or state scenic byways without running straight through California’s historic gold country. Based on the western edge of the Sierra Crest and running down into rich central valley, the California gold country is a collection of nine distinct counties all with a rich history of … Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is proud to announce the availability of a new mobile app that will make it easier for visitors to connect with nature and enhance access for all to the nation’s largest state park system. Powered by OuterSpatial, the mobile app is free and provides visitors with real-time updates about on-the-ground conditions and … Read more
Reds Meadow area update – Opens Thursday BISHOP, CA June 15, 2021 — Reds Meadow Road (Hwy 203) will be opening this Thursday, June 17, providing public access to Devils Postpile National Monument, Rainbow Falls, Reds Meadow Resort and recreation sites, trailheads and campgrounds in the Reds Meadow Valley. The Reds Meadow Shuttle Service, provided by Eastern … Read more
Public Urged to Recreate Responsibly During Busy Holiday Weekend SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, active and reserve military members, by offering them free admission to participating parks on Memorial Day – Monday, May 31, 2021. A total of 134 park units will be honoring the free admission this year, including state … Read more
SACRAMENTO, Calif., – California State Parks invites the public to commemorate Earth Day 2021 by participating in one or several virtual events being held on April 22 from across the State Park System. April 22 marks the 51st anniversary of the first Earth Day, which is credited with launching the modern environmental movement, and is now … Read more
Celebrate, Recreate Responsibly and Support Our National Parks WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior announced that National Park Week – an annual weeklong celebration of America’s national parks – will run from April 17 to April 25. National Park Week encourages the public to explore the vast network of our national parks, sacred sites, and historical … Read more
Application Period for 2022 Cadet Academy Opens April 1, 2021 SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks invites individuals to “Live the Parks Life” as rangers and lifeguards in the nation’s largest state park system. For more than 150 years, rangers and lifeguards have worked closely with the state’s network of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to protect visitors … Read more
Other campground sites will reopen for new reservations using a phased approach.Critical for Californians to recreate responsibly as the pandemic is far from over. SACRAMENTO, Calif.— With the Regional Stay at Home Order lifted for all regions in the state, California State Parks today announced the reopening of campground sites for existing reservation holders. The department will … Read more
Yosemite National Park is now Closed to general public until January 26th for clean up. Sierra Rec Magazine – January 21, 2021 – On January 19, 2021 the Sierra was under weather warnings for high winds across the Sierra. Ski resorts closed in Lake Tahoe, but no one expected the devastation that would hit the … Read more
Careful planning required to access valley – shuttle Service will not Operate in 2020 Sierra Rec Magazine – Mammoth Ca, June 22, 2020 – The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that the Reds Meadow Road will open on Friday, June 26 for the 2020 season. Typically, the Reds Meadow Shuttle Bus … Read more
BISHOP, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office is seeking public input on the development of a management plan for the Alabama Hills, near Lone Pine in Inyo County. The 30-day public scoping period for the proposed management plan begins on Thursday, Nov. 21, and ends on Monday, Dec. 23. The BLM will … Read more
ARNOLD, Calif.— California State Parks in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire protection (CAL FIRE) are planning to begin a series of prescribed burns beginning on or around the week of October 21, 2019 through the end of November in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The goal is to complete 382 acres … Read more
Devils Postpile National Monument Plans Autumn Prescribed Fire Mammoth Calif. – October 24, 2019 – Devils Postpile National Monument is planning to implement a prescribed fire project in the next several weeks. The 25 acre unit is located near the northwest boundary of the monument and will help to reduce hazardous accumulations of vegetation and … Read more
Burn anticipated to start around June 13 – 14, 2019 ARNOLD, Calif. June 14, 2019 — California State Parks in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire protection (CAL FIRE) are planning to begin a prescribed burn on or around Thursday, June 13 to Friday, June 14, 2019 in Calaveras Big Trees State … Read more
Tahoe Basin Plans Opening Dates for Recreational Sites in Tahoe Basin -Meeks Bay Resort, William Kent, Kaspian, Meeks Bay, Bayview, Fallen Leaf, and Nevada Beach campgrounds – May 10 SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will soon begin the process of opening recreational facilities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.– The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will soon begin the process of opening recreational facilities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Weather and snow conditions permitting, Baldwin and Nevada beaches will be the first sites to open on Sat., Apr. 27, 2019. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center opens Sat., May … Read more
On April 11, 1958, U.S. Forest Service Chief Richard McArdle designated 27,000 acres of the Inyo National Forest as the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, with a section named the Edmund Schulman Memorial Grove. Photo of McArdle signing the order alongside Melville Bell Grosvenor.
DEATH VALLEY, CA – Death Valley National Park will host a variety of programs April 14-22 for Earth Day and National Park Week. One of 419 national park sites, Death Valley is 3.4 million acres, the largest national park in the contiguous United States. Biologists and park rangers will present programs about wildlife, plants, geology, … Read more
