Parks California exists because we believe parks are for people, and people are for parks. At our heart, we see this interconnection between communities and nature as the future of state parks. Our team is forging intrinsic bonds between parks and people in order to foster lifelong stewardship, establish meaningful solutions to climate change, and build equitable park access and experiences for all.

California is home to the largest and most diverse state park system in the world, and we are honored to help a generation of caretakers who are preserving its extraordinary biological and wildlife diversity, and protecting its unique cultural resources, artifacts, and histories. As we help more people enjoy the wonders of nature and establish personal ties to these lands, we uncover new voices and lived truths that only strengthen the importance of parks.

As we embark on our fourth year, we are proud to present our latest board-approved Strategic Plan to help guide our priorities through 2025.

Thanks to our partners at California State Parks and the robust ecosystem of non-profit organizations, donors and individuals dedicated to our shared vision of serving the people and communities connected to these treasured parks, the seeds we planted are taking root.