Like all state parks, Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve, above, in the Eastern Sierra, must deal with a cut in funding. One way it's adjusting to the new reality is by charging a parking fee that will raise funds to staff an interpretive center, a process that is being handled by the nonprofit Mono Lake Committee.
Like all state parks, Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve, above, in the Eastern Sierra, must deal with a cut in funding. One way it's adjusting to the new reality is by charging a parking fee that will raise funds to staff an interpretive center, a process that is being handled by the nonprofit Mono Lake Committee.
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The wildflower displays at South Yuba River State Park are one reason advocates have worked to keep it open to the public, despite state budget cuts. Some 60 other state parks are slated to close July 1.
The wildflower displays at South Yuba River State Park are one reason advocates have worked to keep it open to the public, despite state budget cuts. Some 60 other state parks are slated to close July 1.
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The Big Sur area, above, includes several state parks and recreation areas. California has an eviable record of setting aside public land, but the state says it can't afford to maintain all of it.
The Big Sur area, above, includes several state parks and recreation areas. California has an eviable record of setting aside public land, but the state says it can't afford to maintain all of it.
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Pescadero harbors a quiet paradise of mild climate, great views and memorable food.
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<a href="http://www.sacbee.com/2012/01/22/4200985/winter-calm-on-the-coastpescadero.html"><strong>Read the story here.</strong></a>
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<a href="http://www.sacbee.com/2012/01/19/4200305/pescadero-winter-calm-on-the-coast.html"><strong>View the gallery here.</strong></a>
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Pigeon Point Lighthouse is one landmark near Pescadero. Your visit won't get you too close because of age-related structural problems (it was built in 1872), but the nongovernmental, nonprofit California State Parks Foundation is working to raise funds to rebuild.
<h4 style="font-size:14pt;">PESCADERO</h4>
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Pescadero harbors a quiet paradise of mild climate, great views and memorable food.
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<a href="http://www.sacbee.com/2012/01/22/4200985/winter-calm-on-the-coastpescadero.html"><strong>Read the story here.</strong></a>
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<a href="http://www.sacbee.com/2012/01/19/4200305/pescadero-winter-calm-on-the-coast.html"><strong>View the gallery here.</strong></a>
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Pigeon Point Lighthouse is one landmark near Pescadero. Your visit won't get you too close because of age-related structural problems (it was built in 1872), but the nongovernmental, nonprofit California State Parks Foundation is working to raise funds to rebuild.
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State Parks Wikipedia Information
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See California state parks closure list
February 12, 2012
This is the list of parks that should be saved under agreements that have been set up and the type of arrangement in the works for each, according to the...
Introducing California’s Newest State Parks
February 10, 2012
Beach life is central to the southern California culture. But for many people, it stops at the waters edge. We might peer into tide pools or get our feet wet,...
Parks Supporters Want State to Restore Some Budget Cuts
December 02, 2011
| RSS Feed: Capital Public Radio State Government News
Fans of California state parks are urging state lawmakers not to make any further budget cuts to a system they believe is already in deep trouble. ...
State Parks Dept. in Hot Seat on Closures
November 01, 2011
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California lawmakers are pressing Governor Jerry Brown's administration to be more creative in its efforts to keep state parks from closing due to budget cuts. They grilled...
Historic Bridgeport Bridge to close
October 19, 2011
| AppealDemocrat
The Bridgeport Bridge will no longer be accessible to pedestrians as of Friday, according to California State Parks officials. The western Nevada County icon, one of 10...
You should get to know: Zack Little
January 24, 2012
| DesMoinesRegister.com
What I do to get away from work: I like to ride my ATV at the state parks around Iowa. I also enjoy playing poker at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. How I...
Park user fee deserves consideration
December 30, 2011
| DesMoinesRegister.com
Repair and maintenance needs in our state parks ... During budget talks with Gov. Terry Branstad, he discussed establishing a'' user fee'' to help maintain state parks ... He has been an advocate of state parks ...
Rick Green: 2011 brought an enjoyable change
January 01, 2012
| DesMoinesRegister.com
I've stomped through your farms, been impressed by your factories and hiked state parks, biked on beautiful trails and explored a downtown that offers tremendous promise. I...
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