• Junior Ranger Program – All About Bugs!

    Junior Rangers are in for a fun and fascinating adventure all about bugs! Discover the incredible world of invertebrates and uncover the mystery of why all bugs are insects, but not all insects are bugs. Junior Rangers will explore the roles of predators, pollinators, builders, cleaners, and even artists in... Read more »

  • Naturalist Book Club: Chief Marin by Betty Goerke

    For this month’s book club meeting, we will discuss Chief Marin by the late anthropologist and local teacher, Betty Goerke. In this well-researched book, Goerke uncovers fascinating historical accounts of an exceptional indigenous leader native to Marin County. From the publisher's website: “It’s a little known fact that the San Francisco Bay Area’s... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    This is the last day of "Earth Month!" It's the perfect time to make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail, pull invasive weeds, split firewood, paint a fence,... Read more »

  • ADVISORY: Bike traffic on San Pedro Rd. due to cycling event.

    San Pedro Road through China Camp State Park will be impacted by a cycling event on Saturday, May 3rd from 9 am – 4:30 pm. The park's facilities and San Pedro Road will remain open throughout the event, however, please expect increased bicycle traffic on the road during that time.... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can't do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Mother’s Day Wildflower Hike

    Celebrate Mother’s Day with a peaceful spring wildflower walk along a scenic bayside trail. Enjoy a leisurely stroll as we admire native blooms like California poppy, lupine, yarrow, and assorted irises. Naturalist Harold Hirsch will share insights into the unique habitats and roles of these seasonal gems. Whether you're with... Read more »

  • Full Moon Hike

    Celebrate spring from a scenic lookout and witness the Flower Moon rising over the bay. Named for the abundance of blooming flowers in May, this full moon will cast a quiet golden glow over the water. We’ll learn about local wildflowers along the way and listen to the chorus of crickets and... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Astronomy Program

    Join naturalist Harold Hirsch to explore the resplendent night sky on a dark, moonless night. During this evening program, we will delve into the science of astronomy, and reflect upon the diverse cultural perspectives on how we interpret what we see. No telescopes or technical equipment will be needed for... Read more »

  • Spring Birding Hike

    May is the peak of the spring migration and an exciting time to see songbirds. During this month’s walk, learn to identify birds using color, size, shape, behavior, and habitat; you'll allso discover tricks to help remember bird calls and songs. We'll likely spot swallows, spotted towhees, California quail, Western bluebirds, and golden-crowned and white-crowned sparrows. Led... Read more »