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The West Coast’s Biggest State Park Is 1 Hour From Joshua Tree—and It Has Wildflowers and ‘California’s Grand Canyon’
The Golden State's desert has beauty in spades.
SAN FRANCISCO — California’s sprawling desert crown jewel is officially up for the title of the state’s best. The California ...
Vote for San Diego parks in California's State Parks poll celebrating top spots for camping, hiking, and beaches, ...
The Canyon Sin Nombre, in California’s Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The human body, I found out recently, is a heavy-metal concert, if you get the opportunity to really hear it. One morning last ...
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7 best state parks in California—from a ‘mini Yosemite’ to an ancient redwood forest
The Golden State may be famous for its national parks, but its state park system is worthy of praise, too.
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Vote for the Best of California’s State Parks 2026, including favorites from San Diego County
Residents throughout San Diego County and elsewhere were invited Wednesday to register their votes in an annual survey on their favorite parks in the region and what attractions they enjoy most.
Although the recent heat makes it feel like summer in Southern California, the wildflowers that popped up throughout February make it look a lot like spring. Across the Coachella Valley and ...
This annual poll highlights the diverse experiences available across California's 280 state parks. Vote for your favorites!
Northern California wildflowers may bloom early this spring. Find out where to see vibrant displays near Redding and statewide.
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