FIND YOUR KIND OF OUTSIDE
California parks by type.
Start with the kind of place you want to explore. Management, facilities, and access rules vary between destinations.
State parksState-managed destinations, from mountain landscapes to Great Lakes shores. · 89 listedState beaches · 61 listedHistoric sites · 55 listedRecreation areas · 42 listedFederal parksNational parks, monuments, and other federally managed public places. · 8 listedCounty & local parksCounty, city, and community parks, including everyday neighborhood escapes. · 9 listedForestsForest lands with recreation opportunities that vary by location and season. · 0 listedNatural areasPlaces managed to protect natural landscapes and sensitive habitats. · 15 listedWildlife areasWildlife lands where permitted recreation depends on local management rules. · 0 listedTrails & greenwaysTrails and greenways for exploring California on established routes. · 0 listed