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California State Parks: Recommended rentals

California State Parks: find your perfect rental from just $86 per night!

Apartment Venice
-19%
Mar 1 - Mar 8
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Rental Apartment with Terrace | Next to Muscle Beach

Venice, Los Angeles, California
$253$182
per night
Excellent
$253$182
per night
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Resort Olympic Valley
-41%
Apr 21 - Apr 28
Free cancellation
Resort ∙ 127 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Resort with Sauna, Terrace & Yard | Perfect for Remote Work

Olympic Valley, Placer County, California
$342$187
per night
Very good
$342$187
per night
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Condo Mammoth Lakes
-31%
Apr 20 - Apr 27
Condo ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Condo with Patio, Hot Tub & Sauna

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$432$189
per night
Very good(22 ratings)
$432$189
per night
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House Carlsbad Village
Apr 24 - May 1
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation Home with Barbecue, Patio & Garden | Suitable for Remote Work

Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad, California
$448
per night
Outstanding(44 ratings)
$448
per night
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House Mammoth Lakes
Aug 2 - Aug 9
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Vacation Home with Grill, Sauna & Terrace | City View

Mammoth Lakes, Mono County, California
$820
per night
Outstanding(18 ratings)
$820
per night
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House Mission Beach
-53%
Sep 20 - Sep 27
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Fully Equipped Pleasant House with Barbecue, Terrace & Garden | Beach Nearby

Mission Beach, San Diego, California
$373$223
per night
Outstanding(185 ratings)
$373$223
per night
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Cabin Bass Lake
Mar 13 - Mar 20
Cabin ∙ 12 guests ∙ 5 bedrooms

Fully Equipped Lovely Cabin with Barbecue & Terrace | Mountain View

Bass Lake, Madera County, California
$578
per night
Outstanding(79 ratings)
$578
per night
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Condo Townsite
-41%
Apr 21 - Apr 28
Condo ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-Friendly Pleasant Condo with Patio | Close to the Beach | Good for Workation

Townsite, Camp Pendleton South, California
$309$142
per night
Outstanding(25 ratings)
$309$142
per night
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House Summerland
Dec 20 - Dec 27
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Vacation Home with Patio & Yard

Summerland, Santa Barbara County, California
$149
per night
Very good(56 ratings)
$149
per night
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Lodge Tahoe Vista
May 31 - Jun 7
Lodge ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

Family-Friendly Spacious Lodge with Patio, Sauna & Grill | Perfect for Remote Work

Tahoe Vista, Placer County, California
$556
per night
Outstanding(59 ratings)
$556
per night
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House Sea Ranch
-39%
Mar 2 - Mar 9
House ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

House with Yard, Heated Pool & Sauna

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
$291$170
per night
Outstanding(58 ratings)
$291$170
per night
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Condo Carlsbad Village
-58%
Mar 1 - Mar 8
Condo ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Children-Friendly Pleasant Condo with Patio & Barbeque | Beach Nearby

Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad, California
$579$268
per night
Excellent(78 ratings)
$579$268
per night
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House Pacific Beach
-54%
Feb 19 - Feb 26
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Family-Friendly Vacation Home with Barbeque & Yard | Beach Nearby | Pet-Friendly

Pacific Beach, San Diego, California
$408$187
per night
Excellent(1 rating)
$408$187
per night
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House Sea Ranch
-43%
Mar 8 - Mar 15
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Vacation Home with Hot Tub, Garden & Patio

Sea Ranch, Sonoma County, California
$470$259
per night
Excellent(67 ratings)
$470$259
per night
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House Palm Springs
-52%
Jun 2 - Jun 9
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House with Patio, Barbeque & Private Pool

Palm Springs, Riverside County, California
$962$484
per night
Excellent(60 ratings)
$962$484
per night
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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 Places to Stay for State Parks in California

House Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Jul 13 - Jul 20
$144
per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Lovely House in Borrego Springs with Wood-Burning Fireplace

4.9
Outstanding(14 ratings)
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, San Diego County, California, United States
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House Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Jun 1 - Jun 8
$140
per night
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Wonderful Vacation Home in Borrego Springs with Pool & Grill + Desert View

4.9
Outstanding(135 ratings)
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, San Diego County, California, United States
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House Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Oct 12 - Oct 19
$215
per night
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House in Borrego Springs with Common Pool + Mountain Views

4.4
Very good(19 ratings)
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, San Diego County, California, United States
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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.

Top Offers for State Parks in California

Cabin Humboldt Redwoods State Park
from $236
per night
Cabin ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Cabin with Terrace | Mountain View | Good for Workation

4.8
Outstanding(12 ratings)
Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Humboldt County, California, United States
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Information about California State Parks

📏 Average home size 189 m²
😎 Least busy month March
🛏️ 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 10 rainy days in 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 $416 and $692 and find discounts up to 70%!

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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