“All-Team” at Anza-Borrego
How do you tell the social media story of California’s largest State Park? With an “all-team” approach!
“Eureka Experience” at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Learn about interpretive programs offered at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
“Path of the Padres” Hike at San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area
California State Parks staff at the San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area lead the popular “Path of the Padres” hikes for the public on Saturdays...
“Read With a Ranger” Program Inspires San Diego Families
Over the past two years, San Diego Coast District staff have reached 1,200 participants across every San Diego Public Library branch.
20 Years of Labor and Love: the Restoration of the Castro Adobe – YouTube
The Castro Adobe is complete, 20 years after State Parks took ownership of the historic property and began a collaborative effort to preserve and restore...
360° Virtual Tour of Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Explore a 360 degree virtual tour of Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
A Teacher’s Guide to Historical and Contemporary Kumeyaay Culture
A Supplemental Resource for Third and Fourth Grade Teachers by Geralyn Marie Hoffman and Lynn H. Gamble, Ph.D.
Activities For Kids – Monterey State Historic Park
At home learning experiences for kids (Covid)
Activities for Youth at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Do you like history? Have you always wanted to learn all about the past and the people who came before you? Well now, Old Town...
Adult Group Tours at The California State Railroad Museum
Information for scheduling a group tour at the CA State Railroad Museum
Agents of Discovery
Agents of Discovery is a place-based educational augmented reality app easily played by families, individuals, or K-12 students from a mobile device.
Ahjumawi Lava Springs
This is a place of slow time, heat, cold, mosquitoes, primeval basaltic lava flows, ticks, bears and pristine water.
Allensworth Collection | Smithsonian Learning Lab
View information and photos associated with Col. Allensworth State Historic Park
Allensworth: A Piece of the World
Read a teachers guide with student lessons and resources associated with Col. Allensworth State Historic Park
Angel Island State Park
Asian American and Pacific Islander History – From 1910 to 1940, the U.S. Immigration Station processed hundreds of thousands of immigrants, the majority from China...
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve State Natural Reserve
This State Natural Reserve is located on California’s most consistent poppy-bearing land. Other wildflowers: owl’s clover, lupine, goldfield, cream cups, and coreopsis, to name a...
Antelope Valley Indian Museum Collection | Smithsonian Learning Lab
View pieces from the collection at the Antelope Valley Indian Museum
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
The Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is the largest state park in California and is known for its vast landscape and diverse wildlife. The park features...
Asilomar State Beach Online Activities for Kids
Play an augmented reality game and download a coloring book
Auburn SRA Special Events
See a calendar of events at Auburn SRA
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook In-Person Field Trip
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...
Boating Safety & General Information for Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Learn about boating safety at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Boating Safety Information- Rules and Regulations
Learn boating safety – rules and regulations while visiting Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area
Bodie Foundation Public and Private Tours
Free history talks, stamp mill tours, or private tours by the Bodie Foundation.
Bolsa Chica State Beach – Beach Clean Up
Learn how to get involved in beach cleanups
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
Bringing Back the Tule Elk
Naturalists estimate that half a million elk roamed California before 1849! Learn about the history of these animals.
Butano State Park Event Calendar
See a calendar of events at Butano State Park
CA State Parks Santa Cruz District – YouTube Channel
Watch videos and learn about the natural and cultural history of the parks we protect and care for, like redwood trees, historic adobes, banana slugs,...
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Calaveras Big Trees State Park preserves a mixed conifer forest with two groves of giant sequoias – the North Grove and South Grove. In addition...
Calaveras Big Trees State Park – Instructional Resources and Grade level NGSS Support
Read information for teachers about how to make a memorable experience for students
Calaveras Big Trees State Park – YouTube Channel
Watch our videos to learn more about Calaveras Big Trees State Park and see what wonders we have! Some are recorded webinars via our virtual...
California Biodiversity Day 2025
And the award for the park with the most recorded species for 2025 goes to…
California Boater Card
Apply for a California boater card
California Citrus State Historic Park
Agriculture – The California Citrus State Historic Park interprets the industry’s role in the history and development of California through the stories of the diverse...
California Citrus State Historic Park – YouTube
Watch videos about the wildlife, fruits, and cultural history of the California Citrus State Historic Park.
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!
California Indian Baskets
View and learn about items from the State Parks Indian Basket Collection.
California State Capitol Museum
California Government – The California State Capitol is the seat of the California government, located in Sacramento, the capital of California. The Capitol building serves...
California State Capitol Museum School Packet
Download an informational school packet for the State Capitol Museum
California State Parks Backpacking Adventures
Schedule a backpacking adventure at a California State Park
California State Railroad Museum – Digital Exhibits
Whether you are down the street or on the other side of the world, explore the stories of the railroad with California State Railroad Museum’s...
California State Railroad Museum – Excursion Trian Rides
Join us on a 45 minute, 6 mile round trip from Old Sacramento Waterfront along the Sacramento River in our fleet of historic railroad cars.
California State Railroad Museum – Rail Innovation in Action
Open to 9th-12th grade students, this online program explores real-world, human-centered issues that shape the community’s relationship with the railroad industry, both today and in...
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area Events
From Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, the East Bay Hills, and San Bruno Mountain all...
Capital District School and Group Tour Reservations
Learn about and make a reservation for a school or group tour at the Sate Capitol
Capital District State Museums and Historic Parks in Sacramento
Learn about Capital District State Museums and Historic Parks
Capitol Museum and Park
Learn about the history of the Capitol and State Park by visiting the California State Capitol Museum website.