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Focal point | Among the redwoods in Big Basin

Big Basin was established as California’s first state park in 1902 through the work of a groundbreaking environmental ...
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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.
Forbes

5 Essential California State Parks For Wildlife Lovers

Home to towering mountains, verdant forests and dramatic seaside cliffs, California offers a staggering range of landscapes to explore—and as an added bonus, each one is brimming with a unique array ...
The Union Democrat

Giant sequoia foresters plan 3 prescribed burns at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Giant sequoia foresters are hosting a public town hall meeting next week to discuss plans for three separate prescribed burns in Calaveras Big Trees State Park that could begin later this month. The ...