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California State Parks: find your perfect rental from just $19 per night!

House Sea Ranch
House ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

House with sauna, yard & heated pool

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
from $203
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Outstanding(62 ratings)
from $203
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House Big Bear Lake
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with barbecue, patio & yard

Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, California
from $273
per night
Excellent(24 ratings)
from $273
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House Tahoe City
House ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Family-oriented nice house with jacuzzi & pool

Tahoe City, Placer County, California
from $130
per night
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from $130
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House South Lake Tahoe
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms

Children-friendly house with jacuzzi, terrace & garden | Lake view | Good for workation | Pets allowed

South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California
from $572
per night
Excellent(155 ratings)
from $572
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House Downtown Palm Springs
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Child-friendly vacation home with jacuzzi, BBQ & pool | Pets allowed

Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs, California
from $405
per night
Excellent
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House Dana Point
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Fully equipped vacation home | Pets allowed

Dana Point, Orange County, California
from $1,606
per night
Outstanding(1 rating)
from $1,606
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Chalet Placer County
Chalet ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly chalet with grill & terrace | Lake view | Pets allowed

Placer County, California, United States
from $421
per night
Outstanding(154 ratings)
from $421
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House Rio del Mar
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly big house with BBQ & patio | Close to the beach

Rio del Mar, Santa Cruz County, California
from $881
per night
Excellent(13 ratings)
from $881
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House Paso Robles
House ∙ 14 guests ∙ 8 bedrooms

Child-friendly vacation home with terrace, yard & private pool | Nature view | Pet-friendly

Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, California
from $727
per night
Outstanding(24 ratings)
from $727
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House Dana Point
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Family-friendly spacious house with pool, garden & grill | Nature view | Good for workation | Pets are welcome

Dana Point, Orange County, California
from $627
per night
Very good(48 ratings)
from $627
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House Elk
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Vacation home with BBQ & patio

Elk, Mendocino County, California
$254 from $239
per night
Very good(116 ratings)
$254 from $239
per night
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House Sea Ranch
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation home with sauna, patio & pool

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
$317 from $287
per night
Very good(134 ratings)
$317 from $287
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House Cayucos
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with grill & terrace

Cayucos, San Luis Obispo County, California
from $520
per night
Outstanding(122 ratings)
from $520
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House Kings Beach
House ∙ 13 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with jacuzzi

Kings Beach, Placer County, California
from $485
per night
Excellent(1 rating)
from $485
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House Balboa Peninsula
House ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Children-friendly beautiful vacation home with BBQ & patio | Next to the beach

Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach, California
from $800
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Outstanding(112 ratings)
from $800
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Planning Your California State Parks Vacation

Home to over 250 state parks, California is a dream getaway for any visitor. California State Parks offer a fascinating mixture of historical sites, pristine beaches, lush forests, historic gold mines, dramatic falls and expansive deserts. These state parks protect California’s most valuable cultural and natural resources and provide opportunities for exciting outdoor recreation.
Best California State Parks for Families

Best California State Parks for Families

The massive network of state parks offers diverse ecosystems, a rich history, and sublime scenery. They provide excellent opportunities for families to escape from stressful city life and sample life in nature.

  • 1. Emerald Bay State Park

    Nestled on the west shore of Lake Tahoe, this State Park is a National Natural Landmark and one of the most scenic places in the world. From the charming landscape on Highway 89, the visitor can witness Lake Tahoe, Fannette Island, an incredible panorama of Emerald Bay, and the Nevada shore. Emerald Bay is famed for its lush green, indigo and turquoise waters lap and gorgeous sandy beaches.

  • 2. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park (5a673e871f750

    ) Situated about 6 miles off north of Burney, this park is one of the oldest state parks in California. The park’s main attraction is the Burney Falls, which is 129-feet tall. The park provides various recreational facilities such as camping, water sports, hiking, fishing and horseback riding.

  • 3. Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

    Located on California's Pacific coast, the state park is named after Julia Pfeiffer Burns and is also the location of the iconic McWay Falls descending over an 80-feet a granite cliff in the Pacific Ocean. Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park offers two natural hike-in camping areas with panoramic views of the Pacific Coast. The Park also features an underwater area perfect for scuba diving.

Best California State Parks for Hiking

Best California State Parks for Hiking

With 280 state parks, and a wealth of nature preserves, the state of California offers a perfect opportunity for visitors interested in enjoying natural landscape on foot.

  • 1. Clear Lake State Park

    The park is known for its water recreation and offers a wide range of amenities that include 149 developed campsites, hiking, two group campsites, swimming, boating, fishing, and water-skiing. The state park has three designated hiking trails including the Indian Nature Trail, the Kelsey Creek Trail, and the Dorn Trail.

  • 2. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park

    Situated east of Crescent City, the park is named after Jedediah Smith, the first man to explore northern California. The park features approximately 20 miles of hiking trails, a visitor center with exhibits, river access, and a nature store. It also has the world's largest coast redwood, which is 340 feet tall. The Boy Scout Tree, Stout Grove, and the Mill Creek Trail allow the visitor to enjoy the scenic redwood grove in the park's interior.

  • 3. Big Basin Redwoods State Park

    Located in the heart of the Santa Cruz County, this state park is the oldest state park in California and encompasses about 18,000 acres. Its most prominent attraction is the ancient coast redwoods, which are 1,000-2,500 years old. The park’s 80 miles of trails pass through the ancient trees, magnificent waterfalls, and diverse wildlife, in landscapes ranging from chaparral-covered slopes to lush canyon bottoms.

Best California State Parks for Adventure Sports

Best California State Parks for Adventure Sports

Whether you are looking for an extreme thrill or an ideal way to have fun with the family, California State Parks have the perfect adventure for you.

  • 1. Red Rock Canyon State Park

    Situated at the southernmost tip of the Sierra Nevada, the landscape of Red Rock Canyon State Park features scenic desert cliffs, colorful badlands, and spectacular rock formations. After wet winters, floral displays in the park are worth watching. This park offers plenty of recreation activities such as equestrianism, hiking, camping, sightseeing and opportunities for solitude.

  • 2. Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    Known for its majestic stand of giant sequoias, Calaveras Big Trees State Park is located in the northeast of Arnold, California. Snow-capped peaks in winter, gorgeous waterfalls in spring, vibrant colors in fall and glistening lakes in summer make this park one of the most popular destinations in the state. Recreational activities include hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, numerous interpretive programs, evening ranger talks, bird watching and summer events for school children.

  • 3. Humboldt Redwoods State Park

    Located about 30 miles south of Eureka, California, Humboldt Redwoods State Park encompasses 53,000 acres and contains the Rockefeller Forest, the world’s largest old-growth redwood forest. The Avenue of the Giants provides visitors with a 32-mile long auto tour through the Park to enjoy its natural wonders. The park contains over 100 miles of hiking trails. Visitors can also indulge in mountain biking, horseback riding, swimming, and fishing.

Information about California State Parks

📏 Average home size 195 m²
😎 Least busy month June
🛏️ Popular home types Condo and House rental
🌡️ Hottest months 97 °F in July and August
❄️ Coldest months 34 °F in January and December
🌧️ Rainiest months March and December

California State Parks: frequently asked questions

California State Parks: What is the price per night for a stay?

You can get an incredible rental for somewhere between $386 and $409 and find discounts up to 15%!

California State Parks: is there a good selection of vacation rentals for groups?

House rentals in California should be considered for large groups, since they usually fit 8 people.

California State Parks: what types of vacation homes can I book in California?

We would suggest checking out our incredible selection of House rentals and Condos in California.

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