In California, we’re lucky enough to have a ton of protected
land available to us for just this purpose. The California State
Parks system is the largest in the nation with some 270+
facilities containing the most diverse collection of natural,
cultural and recreational resources within the state. These
parks protect and preserve an unparalleled collection of
culturally and environmentally sensitive structures and
habitats, threatened plant and animal species, ancient Native
American sites, historic structures and artifacts, and more. How
many have you visited? The California State Parks are facing a
financial crisis, with several parks threatened to face closure
if new funding sources are not found. No time like the present
to get out there and see these amazing places. In an effort to
encourage you to explore California State Parks with your
family, I thought it was high time to put together a list of the
spots we’ve visited. When I realized it wasn’t a very long list,
I knew it was time for us to get out t