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California State Parks Welcomes Visitors to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend Safely and Responsibly
California State Parks reminds visitors to enjoy Memorial Day weekend safely and responsibly.
Get on Board: Your Safety Starts with Habits During National Safe Boating Week
California State Parks shares essential boating safety tips for fun and safe boating
Here’s What to Know about Parks Reopening 2026!
The California State Parks in Lake Tahoe are reopening Memorial Day weekend…here’s what you need to know!
The Cone Zone: Your 2026 Guide to Navigate Tahoe’s Summer Roadwork
Construction season is here. Read to save your Tahoe vacation travels!
Congratulations to Local Heroes for the 23rd Annual Director's Recognition Award
Congratulate our local heroes with us for the 23rd Annual Director's Recognition Award!
Changes to Reserve California policies are Coming
Changes to the Reserve California campsite cancellation policies are coming.
ADVENTURE OF THE MONTH: Following in the Footsteps of Olympians at Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
In 1960, Sugar Pine Point State Park held the Winter Olympic’s fist biathalon competition. More than 60 years later, the snowy trails still trace that quiet moment of Olympic history.
Route to Parks Grant to Remove Access Barriers to California’s Parks Received!
We received grant funding as part of Parks California’s Route to Parks program, supporting efforts to reduce transportation barriers and expand access to California’s state parks!
Truckee Core Values Event Fund Grant Received!
We received a grant from the Truckee Core Values Event Fund!
Embrace the Silent Season: Why Winter is the Best Time to Trade the Crowds for Pristine Landscapes in California’s State Parks
For those seeking a true winter wonderland, the Sierra Nevada state parks transform into a playground for snow lovers, offering snow-covered landscapes and groomed trails for winter recreation.
D.L. Bliss State Park Set to Reopen in May 2026 After Major Infrastructure Upgrades
This summer will be an exciting one with D.L. Bliss State Park reopening!
Everything We’ve Accomplished in 2025
We’ve been busy this year creating welcoming experiences in our parks!
2025: A Big Year for Restoration at Vikingsholm Castle
Three Vikingsholm Castle restoration projects were completed this year!
A Liar’s Cruise 2025
It was such a lovely time on the Tahoe Gal…and that’s no lie! Take a look at how much fun we had while fundraising for our parks!
How the Sierra State Parks Foundation Is Protecting Tahoe’s Future
Executive Director Michael Myers sits down with Tahoe TAP to share how SSPF is protecting Tahoe’s future
Hellman Foundation Gift to the Hellman-Ehrman Estate Endowment
We’re one step closer to securing the legacy of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate thanks to the generosity of the Hellman Foundation!
The Evolution of the Sierra Speaker Series, with Elizabeth Gardner
Listen or read the transcript on Elizabeth Gardner’s thoughts on the evolution of the Sierra Speaker Series. She is a dedicated docent volunteer helping with the program’s planning.