
The Health of Our Parks Is the Health of Us
Time outdoors gives us space to step away from daily pressures. Our public lands offer places to move, breathe, reflect

Time outdoors gives us space to step away from daily pressures. Our public lands offer places to move, breathe, reflect

Hello everyone! My name is Kai Diaz. I am 20 years old and currently working as a Park Aid for California State Parks in Colonel

Whether you’re looking for a relaxed day by the water or a gentle hike through scenic trails, these five state parks promise unforgettable experiences for families with young children.

Now, through a unique partnership with Parks California, families can send that vehicle out for one more act of service helping make it possible for other families to enjoy parks, too.

The Soberanes Canyon trail starts with gorgeous views of waves crashing against cliffs below and hills of chaparral shrubs above.

Parks California President and CEO Kindley Walsh Lawlor joined local artist Jose “Pepe” Muñóz to show how the arts and parks can come together to benefit the community.

The event celebrated the opening of the Big Basin Art About exhibit by exploring art pieces in various mediums inspired by artists’ experiences in the park.

Parks California recently participated in the signature celebration, Growing Together Day, at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area.

The campaign uses the iconic “warming stripes” graphic to visualize and display average annual temperature trends over the last 100+ years.

By Andrea Cornelius, 2023-2024 Climate Fellow Q: Why did the oyster never share its pearls?A: Because it was a little shellfish. Estuaries are critical natural

On August 18, 2020, the CZU Lightning Complex Fire swept through 97% of Big Basin State Park’s property, destroying almost all of the park buildings