The many wonderful California State Parks offer natural splendor
and outdoor adventure in spades.
Coachella
Valley Preserve is a great place to enjoy nature without having
to really “rough it”,
Painted
Canyon Geologic Area is a rock-hound heaven with amazing scenery
and Angel Island State Park is as full of fun outdoor activities
as it is beautiful.
Coachella
Valley Preserve:
This park offers convenient modern amenities
in a natural environment.
Painted
Canyon Geologic Area:
The stunning rock formations here are
the result of California’s volatile geologic history.
Angel Island State Park:
Camping, kayaking, biking and hiking
are all possible in this beautiful scenic park.
Natural Bridges State Park:
The famous natural bridge-like rock
formation isn’t the only attraction here; wildlife like
whales, seals and otters can be observed as well.
Central Coast Region:
Stretching along the coast between San Francisco & Los Angeles, this region includes about 11 state parks & 2 state reserves.
North Coast Region::
A region marked with bountiful vegetation & water bodies, the North Coast Region is full of scenic beauty & outdoor recreation options.
San Francisco Bay Area Region::
San Francisco is a beautiful city of parks, attractions & an array of outdoor activities. The region is covered with wide expanse of redwood forests & sheltered coves.
Shasta Cascade Region::
This region borders both Oregon & Nevada & is located in the north-eastern corner of California. The region is known for the snowy volcano Mount Shasta.
Inland Empire Region::
With a dry Mediterranean climate, this region of California is home to numerous state parks & hiking trails.
Orange County Region:
Located in Southern California, the Orange County Region lies along the coast between San Diego & Los Angeles.
San Mateo Coast Beaches:
This coastal region is home to a large number of state parks & natural preserves & offers an array of outdoor activities.
Los Angeles County Region:
Los Angeles County lies along the coast of Southern California & is an excellent site for relaxation and outdoor recreations.
San Diego County Region:
Located in Southern California, this County Region features a complete array of natural preserves, state parks & sandy beaches.
Santa Cruz Beaches:
This region forms an important part of the California State Park System & offers a wide range of recreation options & natural preserves.
