There are over 280 state parks in the Golden State—from Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, these are the seven best state parks in California.

These are the seven best state parks in California. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Over 600,000 acres of desert are protected by Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California’s largest state park.

California State Parks Foundation released the results of the “Best of California’s State Parks,” a new poll highlighting popular places for hiking, camping, spectacular views, wildflowers ...

California State Parks Foundation released the results of the “Best of California’s State Parks,” a new poll highlighting popular places for hiking, camping, spectacular views, wildflowers ...

The increased efforts come a week after a 20-year-old woman suffered minor cuts believed to be caused by a juvenile sand ...

California lawmakers have restored funding for a popular program that allows library card holders to check out thousands of state park passes for free.. The program’s $6.7 million annual budget ...

Summer in the Bay Area is almost here. And if you’re itching to explore our state, and you have a library card, you can check out a free pass to over 200 state parks around California.

California State Parks Foundation announces the best beach in the state By Olivia Harden , Travel Reporter May 15, 2025 Beachgoers cool off as they run from breaking waves at sunset at Crystal ...

A state park on California’s Central Coast is the top spot in the state to pitch a tent and sleep under the stars, according to the California State Parks Foundation.

The Golden State may be famous for its national parks, but its state park system is worthy of praise, too. 7 Best State Parks in California—Including a ‘Mini Yosemite’ and an Ancient Redwood ...