Looking to explore, learn, or get involved with California State Parks? Below are helpful resources to plan your visit, access free programs, and deepen your connection to our local parks.
State Parks Week
Parks Week takes place annually from June 10th – 14th to celebrate the amazing diversity of California’s State Park System and the people like you who help protect these iconic places.
Plan a Guided Group Experience
California State Parks offers guided group experiences for schools and organizations, led by State Park Interpreters. To inquire about group experiences or guided programs, please email: SLO.FieldTrips@parks.ca.gov.
Support State Park Interpretation
If you’d like to support interpretive work in our State Parks, you can make a donation through CCSPA. Your support helps fund hands-on programs, educational materials, State Park staff training, outreach, and more. Make a donation here.
Access & Park Pass Programs
- Parks Online Resources for Teachers & Students (PORTS®) Program
Virtual field trips and interactive learning experiences - California State Parks Adventure Pass
Free vehicle day-use entry for eligible 4th graders and their families - Golden Bear Pass
Free day-use access for qualifying individuals and families - California State Library Parks Pass
Borrow a vehicle day-use pass for free through participating libraries
Accessibility in State Parks
Learn From Anywhere
- Virtual Adventurer
Explore California State Parks virtually through interactive experiences using the Timelooper app.
Explore in Person
Free Guided Walks & Programs
Join State Park Interpreters for free public programs and guided walks
CCSPA / State Parks Public Facing Calendar
Camping in San Luis Obispo County State Parks
Find campgrounds, availability, and reservation info
CA State Parks Reservations Page
Interactive Map of Central Coast State Parks
Link to San Luis Obispo County State Parks Map
Fishing Regulations in Our State Parks
Oceano Dunes District Regulations
Current California Ocean Recreational Fishing Regulations – Central Region
Who to Contact
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