The foundation asked the public for their thoughts, and 1,300 people voted for parks in 10 categories, which also included Mount Tamalpais State Park winning Best California State Park for Hiking ...

For a unique experience, get off the beaten path and spend the day or camp at one of California's underrated state parks to see elephant seals in the wild, bathe in mineral pools, explore ...

The foundation's nod to Crystal Cove came as part of their "Best of California State Parks" list, which highlights ideal spots across the state for hiking, camping, bird-watching and more.

The California State Parks Foundation released its inaugural Best of California's State Parks poll on May 8. The foundation asked the public for their thoughts, and 1,300 people voted for parks in ...