Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species. Go for a hike, enjoy a vista, have a picnic or learn about the centuries of overlapping …

The Channel Islands National Park was established on March 5, 1980 and is located on five of the eight Channel Islands off the coast of California; all of the islands are located in Santa Barbara …

Jan 3, 2025 · We offer recreational opportunities suited for a wide range of abilities, including exhibits, walking, camping, and shuttle transportation. From foothills to the tallest peak in the …

Feb 11, 2022 · To help you pick the best places to visit, U.S. News rounded up California's top national parks and sites most worthy of a trip or detour. (Note: Some of the following …

Mar 14, 2015 · California has total 9 national parks. I also add the California National Parks Map below. (You can click the image below to see California National Parks Map in full size) 1. …

Nov 19, 2024 · There are 9 official national parks in California, but a total of 33 national park sites. And this guide will help you learn more about all of them. We’ve got blurbs describing each …

Sep 18, 2024 · From Yosemite’s towering granite peaks to Kings Canyon’s marble caves, here is your complete guide to visiting all of California’s national parks. As California’s least-visited …

3 days ago · In all, the National Park Service has lost some 1,700 permanent employees from a year-round staff of slightly fewer than 20,000. The losses come on the heels of nearly 15 years …

Apr 8, 2019 · There are 28 designated National Park Service units in California. California has the most national parks (9) of any state in the United States. More than 40 million people visit one …

The National Park Service and California State Parks now work to safeguard and rejuvenate these lands for everyone’s enjoyment, learning, and inspiration. Basic Information » Current …