California is adding 3 new state parks in the Central Valley, bringing its total to 283.
So, are you ready to explore? Which of California's 3 new state parks will you visit first?
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California is set to launch its most significant state park expansion in years by establishing 3 new locations and increasing the acreage of several existing parks.
Governor Gavin Newsom's office
Officials noted that because the lands are already publicly owned, the state can acquire them with minimal to no financial burden.
Governor Newsom stated that the State Parks Forward initiative aims to provide new recreational spaces for Central Valley residents while strengthening land conservation for future generations.
The first addition, Feather River Park, will be Yuba County's inaugural state park, spanning nearly 2,000 acres and featuring beach access and a boat ramp.
The San Joaquin River Parkway will span Fresno and Madera counties, connecting multiple properties into an 874-acre area to improve public access to the river.
In Bakersfield, the historic Dust Bowl Camp – the setting that inspired The Grapes of Wrath – will become the first state park dedicated to the history of Great Depression-era migrant farming.
The state also aims to expand its current park boundaries by 30,000 acres by 2030, maintaining the largest state park system in the nation. While planning your next outdoor adventure, you might look for AUS airport parking to save on travel costs.
Secretary Wade Crowfoot emphasized that while California is famous for its redwoods and beaches, the State Parks Forward initiative ensures regions like the Central Valley receive the recognition and conservation they deserve. You can find excellent AUS parking deals when heading out to explore these diverse landscapes.
Specific expansions include adding 450 acres to Mendocino County's Montgomery Woods and over 130 acres to Pigeon Point Light Station, home to the West Coast's tallest lighthouse. For more travel tips and savings, check out AirportParking.deals.
