Friends of China Camp 
Peering into a telescope can reveal some of the most magical sights you’ll ever see. Pinpricks of starlight suddenly bloom into fabulous clouds of colorful nebulas. Dreamy rings circle Saturn. Shimmering bands of the Milky Way wander across the sky. This month, we present a special pop-up event at China... Read more »
Celebrate the spookiest time of year with us, if you dare! Roast marshmallows over a fire, build yourself a s’more, pour a cup of warm cider, then settle back and get your spine tingled. Our storytellers will spin tales of spirits, sprites, and fairies. They’ll toss in a legendary curse... Read more »
Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can't do it without amazing volunteers like you! Come spend a morning outdoors, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air, get... Read more »
Come spend a morning outdoors, focusing on a special project with like-minded volunteers. This month, we’ll be focusing on removing French broom and other invasive weeds along a section of Shoreline Trail. This special Saturday event is offered in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation. Event will take place... Read more »
Get your kids ready to learn, explore, and have fun by the bay at a special “drop-in” event. Come anytime between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to have your little explorers take part in an age-appropriate activity. Older kids (ages 7 to 12) can try nature journaling, using keen observations... Read more »
Befitting the spookiest season, we will discuss The Secret Lives of Bats. Renowned bat expert and photographer Merlin Tuttle first became fascinated with bats as a teenager. Since then, he has been a key force in changing the way the world perceives bats. Dr. Tuttle, whose PhD research focused on... Read more »
Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can't do it without amazing volunteers like you! Come spend a morning outdoors, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air, get... Read more »
Time-travel back nearly two centuries to meet “DonTimoteo” Murphy, one of the most colorful characters from China Camp’s past. Standing 6’4” tall and weighing some 350 pounds, Don Timoteo (born Timothy Murphy in his native Ireland) came to the U.S. in the early 1800s at the age of 28. Through... Read more »
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 »
With a keen eye and a little patience, you can spy a remarkable number of species at China Camp, particularly in fall when migratory species come for a visit, en route to warmer climes. Some, like ruby-crowned kinglets, stick around for the winter. Our monthly bird walk will focus on... Read more »
