China Camp State Park
Open 8 a.m. to sunset daily
Friends of China Camp
In 2012, the State of California suspended funding for 70 state parks across California. China Camp State Park was among those facing closure. Since then, Friends of China Camp, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has operated China Camp State Park. Our organization depends on thousands of hours of volunteer service and donations from our local community to keep our park open and thriving.
Hiking & biking
Enjoy 15 miles of multi-use trails, from family-friendly routes to challenging climbs and descents.
Passes
Purchase annual trail and parking passes to support China Camp State Park year-round.
Camping
Relax under the stars at Back Ranch Meadows Campground, with 33 tent-only sites in a secluded oak woodland forest.
Latest news
Find out what’s happening at China Camp, including trail projects, nature news, and special activities.
Events
Learn about local plants and animals, discover Chinese and Native American history, or join a lively book club.
Donate
Support our year-round efforts to keep China Camp’s trails, facilities, and programs open for all.
History
Discover China Camp's rich heritage
From indigenous peoples to Spanish settlers and Chinese fishermen, find out more about the park’s cultural history.
Pitch in
Volunteer opportunities
Get a great work out. Develop a new skill. Make new friends. Find out how you can join one of our lively volunteer days to help maintain and enhance the park.
Friends of China Camp
Safety first
Learn how volunteers, staff, and partners work together to reduce fire risks and keep China Camp State Park safe.
VIDEO
60 Seconds of China Camp
Take a minute—literally—to escape to our beautiful park by the bay. Watch our relaxing summertime video now.
animals
Talking turkey
Our largest land birds may be goofy, but they’re kinda cool too. Check out these cool facts just in time for Turkey Day.
China Camp State Park
New map highlights California’s early Chinese history
Discover sites in Northern California, including China Camp, where Chinese settlers had a significant historical presence.
Upcoming Events
February 27
Online: Naturalist Book Club
Join us for February's Naturalist Book Club as we discuss Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake.
February 19
Birding Hike
On this month's birding hike, we will look for barn swallows swooping above Miwok Meadows...
February 16
Full Moon Hike
Join us on a journey to watch the snow-white moon ascend into the night sky.
February 12
Junior Ranger Program
Junior Rangers will look for new life as wildflowers, grasses, ferns, and trees begin to bud.
Become a Friend
Friends of China Camp (FOCC) is the community-based nonprofit organization that keeps China Camp State Park open. Since 2012, FOCC has been the sole operator and manager of the park. The organization, largely run by volunteers, is responsible for covering all expenses related to keeping the park open. Find out how you can become a member, and help keep China Camp open and thriving for all.
Things To Do
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