California is expanding a lottery reservation system for three popular state parks to improve access to the most sought-after ...

Looking for a new destination to bring your pooch? Consider branching out to this Californian wine country escape that polled ...

California hasn’t opened a new state park since 2009. A confluence of budget deficits, political choices and failed ballot measures is to blame. But with a state budget surplus and a new gove… ...

In addition to the booking process, the state parks are expanding their reservation drawings to three more state parks ...

The California State Library Parks Pass, which gets you visit many state-operated parks for free, can be checked out like a ...

California residents can enjoy free state park access for the rest of the year with a California State Library Parks Pass, ...

For much of California, it’s shaping up to be a perfect spring weekend. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy the lovely weather, we’re here to help. California has 280 state parks, beaches ...

California state parks have been historically underfunded, but the latest state budget proposal from Governor Gavin Newsom allocated millions of dollars to help parks combat climate change and an ...

California originally envisioned its parks as remote havens of beauty and tranquility, establishing the first in 1902 when the state's population was about 1.5 million.

The California State Parks Foundation is hosting a photo contest where people can submit their favorite snapshots of the state’s scenic landscapes, wildlife, outdoor recreation, and cultural ...

Together, the two one-hour programs remind viewers of the importance of California’s state parks as well as their priceless legacy. California Forever is scheduled to air nationally in fall 2012 on ...

California theme parks are required to limit ticket sales to in-state residents under revised state guidelines in Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.