Dos Rios is California’s 281st state park and the first park to open in over a decade. (Gina Castro/KQED) ... and cultural treasures around California’s state parks — which could spark some ...

California State Parks will be offering First Day Hikes: a nationwide initiative that invites the public to experience the first day of 2025 out in nature with guided hikes, for free.

There are 280 state parks in the state, with California's newest state park having opened in June 2024. Another state park expanded by 200 acres in 2024 , increasing the variety of landscapes for ...

Last year, more than 136,000 reservations were made at the county’s state parks and beaches, with the most — 41,918 — at South Carlsbad State Beach, according to parks spokesperson Jorge Moreno.

Last year, more than 136,000 reservations were made at the county’s state parks and beaches, with the most — 41,918 — at South Carlsbad State Beach, according to parks spokesperson Jorge Moreno.