With 280 State Parks across California, state parks offer a diverse array of in-person field trip opportunities for your students
Use the map below to get connected with a park!
Free Fourth Grade Pass
Fourth Grade Teachers! Encourage your students and their families to sign up for the Free Fourth Grade Pass, which grants fourth grade students attending public schools and their families free entry to 54 amazing state parks throughout the state!
Virtual Field Trips
Book FREE, live, interactive virtual field trips for your classroom through the PORTS (Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students®) Program.
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“Eureka Experience” at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Learn about interpretive programs offered at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Book Virtual Field Trips for Seacliff State Beach
Book an appointment at Seacliff State Beach
Bring Your Class to a Park
With 280 State Parks across California, state parks offer a diverse array of in-person field trip opportunities for your students
California History and Nature on the Homestead
A small park that memorializes important California figure William Brown Ide and his contribution to the state’s history!
Capital District School and Group Tour Reservations
Learn about and make a reservation for a school or group tour at the Sate Capitol
Carpinteria State Beach In-Person School Programs
Carpinteria State Beach in-person field trips and classroom programs are offered from September to May for grades K – 5. We offer programs on Mondays,...
Central Coast State Parks Association – School Groups
School programs and tours are offered free of charge and are led by our highly trained, knowledgeable, and fun State Park Interpreters and volunteers.
Day Trips for Schools at Mendocino Woodlands State Park
Discover the wild lands and rivers of the North Coast. Our naturalist/guides will help you custom build a trip, perfect for your group or organization.
Docent-Led School Programs at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
The maximum allowable group size will be 70 students. We will also require that teachers recruit and authorize enough chaperones to allow for a docent-to-student...
Education & Tour Information for Bolsa Chica State Beach
Learn about educational opportunities and tours at Bolsa Chica SB
Education Programs at Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park
The award-winning education program at Point Cabrillo has been refined over the past 20 years. Each spring our dynamic and experienced instructors bring local school...
Educational Opportunities at the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
The Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve has exciting, hands-on education programs for students as well as tours, informative lectures and other outreach opportunities for...
Educational Programs at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
View educational programs offered at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Educational Programs at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
Learn about educational programs offered at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
Elephant Seal School Group Program at Hearst San Simeon State Park
California State Parks invites students of all ages to discover the fascinating world of elephant seals! Each year, thousands of students are welcomed to explore...
Environmental Studies Program at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Learn about the Environmental Living Program at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Field Trip Information for Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Find information about bringing your class to Big Basin Redwoods State Park.
Field Trip Information for Crystal Cove State Park
Crystal Cove State Park is a busy place and a desirable spot for a field trip. We offer guided field trips on a variety of...
Field Trip Information for Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Learn about educational and interpretive programs at Malibu Lagoon State Beach
Field Trip Information for Pacheco State Park
See events information for Pacheco State Park
Field Trip Information for Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Learn about field trips to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Field Trip Information for Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Learn about school recources offered at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
Field Trip Information for Shasta State Historic Park
View information about field trips to Shasta State Historic Park
Field Trip Information for the Forest of Nisene Marks
Come listen to the language of the forest while walking among giant coast redwood trees in The Forest of Nisene Marks. Discover what makes redwood...
Field Trips & Teachers’ Resources – California State Railroad Museum
View information about field trips and teachers resources for the California State Railroad Museum
Field Trips at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook
Students will explore Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook from 420 feet above sea level, experiencing breathtaking views of the Los Angeles skyline, surrounding mountains, and the...
Field Trips at Castle Rock State Park
Learn about field trips and programs offered at Castle Rock State Park
Field Trips at Leo Carrillo State Park
Explore in-person field trips options for Leo Carrillo State Park!
Field Trips at Los Encinos State Historic Park
Los Encinos State Historic Park offers students an opportunity to explore the often-overlooked histories that shaped California before and between colonization and statehood. The park’s...
Field Trips at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
View information about school programs offered at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
Field Trips at Malibu Creek State Park
Explore in-person field trips options for Malibu Creek State Park!
Field Trips at McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
Learn about how to schedule a docent-led or self-guided field trip to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park!
Field Trips at Pio Pico State Historic Park
Students learn the history of Pio Pico, what life was like in the 1800s at the ‘Ranchito’, and how he made his money and eventually...
Field Trips to Angeles District State Parks!
The Angeles District offers a variety of field trip sites featuring diverse learning experiences such as tide pooling on the Malibu coast, exploring the unique...
Fort Ross Conservancy Educational Opportunity Application
Learn about shorter educational opportunities at Fort Ross State Historic Park
Free Hikes and Programs at Auburn State Recreation Area
Learn about hikes and programs offerred at the Auburn SRA
Guided Field Trip to Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve
Come with State Parks Interpretive staff on a guided hike of the Mojave desert, the place the California Poppy calls home. Observe the surprising evolutionary...
Guided In-Person Tours at the Angel Island Immigration Station
Sign up for a guided field trip of the Immigration Station at Angel Island State Park
Guided Tours at Asilomar State Beach
Schedule a tour at Asilomar State Beach
In Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park
Hendy Woods State Park’s educational program offers guided redwood ecology hikes, nature journaling and bird watching expeditions as student activities
In-Person Field Trip at Chino Hills State Park
Explore in-person school field trips to Chino Hills State Park!
In-Person Field Trip to California Citrus State Historic Park
During this 2-hour multisensory tour, participants will learn how California’s second gold rush (citrus) helped shape and develop California today, the various groups of people...
In-Person Field Trips at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Seeking the perfect itinerary for your class trip to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park? Look no further.
In-Person Field Trips at Pismo State Beach
Book in-person field trips for Pismo State Beach
In-Person Field Trips to Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Students will participate in activities and discover how simple actions can help protect clean water for people, plants, and wildlife.
In-Person Field Trips to MacKerricher State Park
Guided educational activities offer a chance for students to explore colorful tide pools, view lively harbor seal rookeries, admire the history and shine of Glass...
In-Person Field Trips to Mt. San Jacinto State Park
Transport your students to the high-altitudes of Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness via the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the world’s longest and steepest...
In-Person Field Trips to Richardson Grove State Park
Explore guided or self-guided field trip options for Richardson Grove State Park
Interpretive Activities at Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook (Kenneth Hahn State Recreational Area)
Learn about interpretive activities at Baldwin Hills Parklands
Interpretive Programs and Events at Donner Memorial State Park
Learn about interpretive programs at Donner Memorial State Park
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park In-Person Field Trip
Explore in-person field trip options at offered at Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park!
K-12 Education Programs at Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area
Learn about educational programs offered at Carnegie SVRA
K-12 Education Programs at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
Learn about educational programs at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
K-12 School Programs at Millerton Lake State Recreation Area
Students will have the opportunity to take a ride aboard our tour-style pontoon boat and set out in search of birds and see the park...
K-12 School Tours at Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Book a tour at the North Grove Trail in Calaveras Big Trees SP
Malibu Creek State Park Field Trips
Learn how to make a field trip reservation at Malibu Creek State Park
Oceano Dunes District School Programs and Field Trips
Learn about school programs offered at Pismo State Beach
Olompali State Historic Park In-Person Field Trip
Two guided field trip types are offered at Olompali State Historic Park, and each can be tailored to meet educational needs and student abilities.
Point Mugu State Park Field Trip Information
Learn about field trips to Point Mugu State Park
Public and School Group Tours at the State Indian Museum
Learn about tours offered at the State Indian Museum State Historic Park
Refugio State Beach In-Person Field Trip
An in-person field trip to Refugio State Beach is an ideal place to explore marine protected areas, sandy beaches, coastal erosion, and so much more!
Reserve a Field Trip at Monterey State Historic Park
Schedule an appointment with Monterey State Historic Park
Reserve a Field Trip at South Yuba River State Park
Schedule a guided field trip to South Yuba River State Park
Reserve a Field Trip to Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Book a unique learning experience at Col. Allensworth State Historic Park
Reserve a Guided Historic School Tour at Fort Tejon State Historic Park
Book a unique learning experience at Fort Tejon State Historic Park
Reserve a Virtual Field Trip at Año Nuevo State Park
Take a virtual elephant seal tour
Reserve a Virtual Field Trip at Half Moon Bay State Beach
Book an appointment for a field trip at Half Moon Bay State Beach
Reserve a Virtual Field Trip to the Rancho San Andres Castro Adobe State Historic Park
Schedule a virtual field trip to Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe Pk Prop
Reserve an In-Person Field Trip to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve (PLSNR) is a great educational resource for students, providing a natural outdoor classroom. The Reserve offers youth the opportunity to...
Reserve In-Person Field Trips for Half Moon Bay State Beach
Schedule an appointment at Half Moon Bay State Beach
Reserve Virtual Field Trips for Natural Bridges State Beach
Learn about Santa Cruz District State Park programs
Route to Parks – Parks California
The Route to Parks grants program supports local organizations in overcoming transportation challenges, ensuring that historically marginalized communities can visit and enjoy California State Parks.
Samuel P. Taylor In-Person Field Trip
Students will learn about the parks unique natural and cultural landscape particularly as it relates to California’s history.
Santa Cruz District Field Trips
Learn about field trips to Santa Cruz District State Parks
Schedule a Field Trip at Monterey State Historic Park
Schedule an appointment with Monterey State Historic Park
Schedule In-Person and Virtual Field Trips for Rancho San Andres State Historic Park
Bring your class to explore this two-story adobe hacienda located on Rancho San Andres State Historic Park in the heart of the Pajaro Valley. Nestled...
School and Group Information at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Learn information about school and group field trips to Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
School and Group Tours at Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park
Make group and school reservations to tour the museum
School and Group Tours at Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Learn about guided field trips at Calaveras Big Trees State Park
School and Group Tours at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
Learn about school and group tours offered at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park
School Field Trip & Group Reservations at Donner Memorial State Park
Learn about school field trips and reservations at Donner Memorial State Park
School Field Trip & Group Reservations at Plumas-Eureka State Park
View information about school field trips and group reservations at Plumas-Eureka State Park
School Field Trip Information for Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Learn about school field trips to Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
School Field Trip Information for Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Learn about school field trips to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
School Field Trips – Tule Elk State Natural Reserve
Learn about school tours offered at Tule Elk State Natural Reserve
School Field Trips for Andrew Molera State Park
Read more about field trips available
School Field Trips to Railtown 1897 SHP
The school field trip program at Railtown is targeted for fourth grade classes and is free to participating schools. Dates are available in April, May...
School Group Request for Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
Schedule a school group request at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
School Group Visits to San Juan Bautista State Historic Park
Learn about school and group visits to a nationally recognized historic landmark adjacent to California’s 15th Spanish-era mission, San Juan Bautista State Historic Park
School Group Walks at Año Nuevo State Park
Make reservations for school group guided walks to see the elephant seals
School Groups at Mount Tamalpais State Park
With its variety of natural habitats and interesting geology, Mount Tamalpais State Park is a fantastic location to bring your science curriculum to life or...
School Programs at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
What to know about bringing a school group to Armstrong Redwoods State Nature Reserve
School Programs at Columbia State Historic Park
Learn about school programs offered at Columbia State Historic Park
School Programs at Henry W. Coe State Park
View school programs offered at Henry W. Coe State Park
School Programs at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Explore guided and self-guided field trip options for Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.
School Programs at Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park
Learn about in-person and virtual field trips to Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park
School Resources for Humboldt Redwoods State Park
View in person field trip information for Humboldt Redwoods State Park
School Resources for Richardson Grove State Park
Learn about virtual and in person field trips to Richardson Grove State Park
School Resources for Sue-meg State Park
Learn about school resources offered at Sue Meg State Park (formerly Patrick’s Pt. State Park)
School Tour Information for Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park
Learn about school tours offered at Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park