In 1848, gold was discovered in California. Over the next decade, hundreds of thousands of prospectors surged into the state, ...

For plenty of thrills and rich history mixed with charm, this area in California is a prime choice for family- and budget-friendly vacation fun.

This California State Park Is the Highest-rated in the U.S. — and It Has a Scenic Highway, a Massive Old-growth Forest, and a Railbike Tour. 12 of the Best Places to Camp in U.S. State Parks.

Communities near Columbia State Historic Park may experience smoke from pile burning operations slated to begin as soon as Monday, the California Department of Parks and Recreation announced in a ...

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 ...

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.