EXPLORE CALIFORNIA!
Admitted as the 31st US State on September 9, 1850, California is diverse in cultural history, geography and habitat. The Golden State is the third largest state in the US, and is home to approximately 34 units within the National Park Service, 280 State Parks, 18 National Forests, 39 National Wildlife Refuges, 9 Wild & Scenic Rivers, 1 National Seashore, 4 National Trails, 2,810 Places listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 147 National Historic Landmarks, 36 National Natural Landmarks, and 2 World Heritage Sites.
“I love you, California, you’re the greatest state of all. I love you in the winter, summer, spring and in the fall. I love your fertile valleys; your dear mountains I adore. I love your grand old ocean and I love her rugged shore.” Francis Beatty Silverwood
Our California State Travel Guide Directory below is new and in the process of being built. If you run a business or organization in California, and would like to be part of this growing directory, please contact us. We will be visiting California soon so check back and watch our Directory grow: Parks & Public Lands, Articles & Interviews, Park Gateway Communities, Travel Info & Services, Where to Stay, Food & Drink, See & Do, and Shopping.
