Friends of China Camp Spring has brought an abundance of grandeur to the park. The hills are covered in a lush carpet of flowers and greenery, colorful migratory birds perform acrobatic feats in the air, and (we hope!) rainclouds part long enough to display luminous lunar spectacles in clear skies. Enjoy these wonders and... Read more »
This month we will discuss California Against the Sea - Visions for our Vanishing Coastline by Rosanna Xia. In this compelling book, Xia outlines how The Golden State’s complex economic, political, and social dynamics pose challenges—and potential solutions—to an ongoing struggle to confront an impending future haunted by rising seas.... Read more »
Enjoy a morning making a difference in the park. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes,... Read more »
Enjoy a morning making a difference in the park. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes,... Read more »
Thriving communities of little beings are hidden right before our eyes. Tiny creatures dominate the sky and burrow deep in the earth. Some even work in highly organized teams to build impressive cities of their own. Who are these mysterious creatures? Insects! For this month’s Junior Ranger Program, your little... Read more »
Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming, fence mending, log splitting, litter pickup, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but... Read more »
Celebrate California State Parks Week_--with special events at parks all over the state, including China Camp State Park, from June 12 to 16. Come meet two of the park’s nocturnal avian species. Can you guess who they might be? Owls, that's hoo-hoo! Experts from the nonprofit All About Owls will... Read more »
Celebrate California State Parks Week_–with special events at parks all over the state, including China Camp State Park, from June 12 to 16. Meet three of WildCare’s rescued, non-releasable, wild animals and learn about their unique adaptations in this hour-long presentation. Experts from WildCare, our region’s wildlife rescue and rehab... Read more »
Celebrate California State Parks Week_--with special events at parks all over the state, including China Camp State Park, from June 12 to 16. Nourish your health and well-being with a twilight yoga class presented by Hot Yoga Republic. The class will take place along the shoreline at China Camp Village.... Read more »
It’s true—some of life’s greatest challenges reap the best rewards. Case in point: the epic panoramic views you’ll earn after this month’s 1,000-foot ascent to the tip of the San Pedro hills. Kick off summer with one of China Camp’s most challenging hikes and enjoy stunning views of the sparkling... Read more »
Enjoy a morning making a difference in the park. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes,... Read more »
From a dazzling vantage point at one of China Camp Point’s bayside bluffs, you're invited to partake in our full moon summer solstice celebration. We will set up our telescope to get an up-close look at June’s “Strawberry Moon,” so called because it occurs during the height of berry season,... Read more »
