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California National Parks Index
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Northern California
National Parks
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Alcatraz, Golden Gate, Lassen, Point Reyes,
Redwoods and more! |
Central California
National Parks |
Yosemite, Sequoia, Kings Canyon,
Death Valley and more! |
Southern California
National Parks |
Death Valley, Mojave, Joshua Tree,
Channel Islands and more! |
America the Beautiful
National Parks Annual Pass |
One low price covers entrance to
hundreds of National Parks
in California and all across the USA! |
California National Parks
 It is the variety and splendor of the natural scenery in California National Parks that most impresses visitors! Natural wonders are on display throughout the state, and visitors are struck by the contrasts and extremes they find in the landscapes. Rocky peaks that bear snow all year long are visible from arid deserts, where temperatures can reach 120°F or above. The state boasts the highest point in the continental US (Mt. Whitney in Sequoia NP), which is just 80 miles from the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere (Badwater Basin in Death Valley NP). In the mountains you'll find the world's tallest and oldest trees, as well as the world's sixth and seventh highest waterfalls.
 The National Park Service maintains 23 units in California, which offer thousands of visitors a huge variety of adventures. You'll find historical and cultural experiences, as well as natural wonders, which cannot be seen anywhere else on the planet.
For more details about each of the specific locations (such as directions, hours, fees, history, things to do, maps, videos, etc.), click on the names or pictures below.
 If you're going to be visiting several National Parks in California (or anywhere in the U.S.), you might want to consider the USGS "America the Beautiful" program. They have an annual pass that covers Entrance and Amenities Fees to hundreds of National Parks, National Forests and other Federal Recreational Lands for one low price. The pass covers the holder plus 3 accompanying adults and can be purchased online.
If you happen to be 62 or older, they also have a Senior Pass that is a real deal -- $10 for a lifetime pass (although the Senior Pass must be purchased in person, so they can verify your age). If you receive disability benefits, the Access Pass is free.
 Alcatraz Island (San Francisco Bay) - Read more...
 Eugene O'Neill Nat'l Historical Site - Read more...
 Fort Point Nat'l Historical Site - Read more...
 Golden Gate Nat'l Recreation Area - Read more...
 John Muir Nat'l Historical Site (Martinez) - Read more...
 Lassen Volcanic National Park (Mineral) - Read more...
 Lava Beds Nat'l Monument (Tulelake) - Read more...
 Muir Woods Nat'l Monument (Mill Valley) - Read more...
 Point Reyes Nat'l Seashore (Point Reyes) - Read more...
 Presidio (San Francisco) - Read more...
 Redwood National Park (Del Norte County) - Read more...
 San Fransisco Maritime Historical Park - Read more...
 Whiskeytown Nat'l Recreation Area - Read more...
 Death Valley National Park - Read more...
 Devils Postpile Nat'l Monument - Read more...
 Kings Canyon National Park - Read more...
 Manzanar Nat'l Historical Site - Read more...
 Pinnacles Nat'l Monument (Paicines) - Read more...
 Sequoia National Park (Sierra Nevadas) - Read more...
 Yosemite National Park (Sierra Nevadas) - Read more...
 Cabrillo Nat'l Monument (San Diego) - Read more...
 Channel Islands National Park (Ventura) - Read more...
 Joshua Tree National Park - Read more...
 Mojave Natural Preserve (Barstow) - Read more...
 Santa Monica Mountains - Read more...
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