Friends of China Camp 
In the 1960s and ’70s, when development was planned for the San Pedro Peninsula, the local community began a campaign that resulted in the formation of China Camp State Park. The following links lead to deeper content regarding this effort.
A Park for East Marin by John Hart
China Camp History by Jerry Rumberg
China Camp State Park development plan
Creating and Saving the Park by Louise Lipsey
Marin Independent Journal
September 27, 2023
China Camp State Park’s emergency markers aid emergency response for injured hikers
Marin Independent Journal
May 10, 2023
China Camp State Park to expand access for disabled visitors
China News Service
Feb 3, 2019
Old Chinese fishing village has stories to tell
San Francisco Chronicle
May 9, 2018
Volunteers, nonprofits reviving some California state parks
Bay Nature
March 30, 2018
The Most Visited State Park System in the Nation Is Remaking Itself and Wants Your Buy-In
Marin Independent Journal
February 24, 2018
Marin Voice: Celebrating a Marin pioneer and the founding of China Camp
San Francisco Chronicle
August 27, 2016
China Camp losing its ‘living historical treasure’
Marin Independent Journal
August 19, 2016
Frank Quan, last of the China Camp shrimpers in San Rafael, dies at 90
Marin Independent Journal
August 8, 2016
Marin Leaders Seek Support for $3.1B State Parks Bond
China Daily USA
July 9, 2016
Last of the Chinese shrimpers
Marin Independent Journal
July 4, 2016
China Camp Trail Offers Summer Adventure
Marin Independent Journal
June 1, 2015
Bringing Courtesy and Safety to Marin’s Trails
CCC Spirit
May 2015
CHINA CAMP SP CELEBRATION
KCET Los Angeles
April 6, 2015
Volunteers Renovate Historic Chinese Fishing Village
Marin Independent Journal
March 29, 2015
Volunteers Renovate Bayview Trail in China Camp State Park
Marin Independent Journal
February 23, 2015
Hike of the Week: Panoramic views await atop San Pedro Mountain
Marin Independent Journal
January 27, 2015
Miles of Shoreline Trail in San Rafael’s China Camp gets revamp
SFGate
November 26, 2014
Three Stellar Bay Area Mountain Bike Rides
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2014
Marin Independent Journal
August 10, 2014
‘Blood Alley’ screening in San Rafael to highlight China Camp’s starring role
Marin Independent Journal
August 20, 2014
China Camp Celebrates Heritage Day
Marin Independent Journal
July 28, 2014
Locals Push China Camp Rehab Project
CBS SF Bay Area
February 4, 2014
The Last Man Standing In Marin County’s China Camp
KQED
The California Report
December 27-29, 2013
The Last Living Resident of China Camp
KALW Radio
November 20, 2013
China Camp State Park: Where past and present live side by side
SinovisionNet
August 18, 2013
旧金山中国渔村的最后守望者：那些美好的日子一去不回
Mill Valley Patch
August 16, 2013
Park Champions Program Tackles Sudden Oak Death at China Camp State Park
Mill Valley Patch
April 9, 2013
New Nature Center Opens at China Camp State Park
Part of the Ranger Station has been transformed into a new Nature Center, a museum that features the natural history of China Camp State Park.
KQED Blog
February 15, 2013
Deal Will Keep China Camp, Olompali, Tomales Bay State Parks Running
China Camp Village lovers will be celebrating Saturday as the California Department of Parks & Recreation officially signs a new agreement that keeps the park running.
Marin Independent Journal
February 14, 2013
Deal will provide more hours for three Marin state parks; ceremony set for Saturday
Faced with closure only last year, a group of parks in Marin now will see hours expanded after an agreement was struck between a county nonprofit and state officials.
China Press
October 15, 2012
华人虾村公园举行筹款开放日
A Chinese language article about China Camp State Park.
San Rafael/Terra Linda News Pointer
October 10, 2012
China Camp moves toward self-sustainability
Cautious optimism in these times is a good reason for a celebration. Come to China Camp on October 14.
Chinagate.com
September 23, 2012
美国社区人士成功挽救华人虾村州立公园(组图)
KTSF26 TV
September 20, 2012
華人蝦寮之友會 呼籲社區捐款
China Camp State Park has gotten significant coverage in the local Chinese language media on KTSF – Channel 26. In Cantonese.
Sina.com
September 20, 2012
A Youtube video from Sina.com that features interviews with Friends of China Camp Board Chairman Ernest Chung and Board Member Ed Lai.
Film Night in the Park
Film Night is Coming to China Camp! Film Night in the Park outdoor film festival presents a large screen presentation of Steven Spielberg’s “The Adventures of Tintin. Steven Spielberg directs this award winning computer animated adventure about a boy reporter and his faithful dog. Saturday, September 8, 2012 in the grassy lawn at the end of the parking lot in China Camp Village. Arrive by 8 p.m. – Film begins at dusk. This is a benefit for Friends of China Camp. Donations appreciated, $10 suggested. Popcorn, candy and sodas will be sold. Bring blankets, pillows, backrest and low chairs. Film Night suggests leaving pets at home. For more information, call 415-272-2756 or visit www.filmnight.org.
Marin Independent Journal
August 8, 2012
Unknown whether newly found state funds will make their way to Marin parks
The fate of the $54 million that was hidden in two secret funds maintained by the Department of Parks and Recreation is still uncertain.
Marin Independent Journal
July 19, 2012
Marin citizens group takes over China Camp State Park
Marin Independent Journal
June 26, 2012
Editorial: Effort to keep China Camp State Park open pays off
Editorial in the Marin Independent Journal salutes the efforts of Friends of China Camp to keep the state park open.
Marin Independent Journal
June 21, 2012
China Camp and Olompali state parks look to have life beyond July 1 closure date
By Mark Prado
Friends of China Camp has reached its fundraising goal and now it is likely that we will keep the park open beyond the planned July 1 closure date.
Marin Independent Journal
June 18, 2012
Marin Voice: China Camp — remembering times gone by
By Alan Miller
A very personal story about why China Camp matters.
KQED Forum with Michael Krasny
June 14, 2012
Closing State Parks
This morning’s radio program can now be heard on the KQED website.
Twin Cities Times
June 13, 2012
China Camp, Olompali saved
The pieces are falling into place for both China Camp and Olompali.
Los Angeles Times
June 13, 2012
Supporters struggle to buy time for endangered state parks
An article about state parks with a big focus on China Camp.
KGO-TV
June 4, 2012
Group saves China Camp ahead of closure deadline
Wayne Freedman did a very supportive story about the Friends of China Camp and the looming park closure.
Marin Independent Journal
May 21, 2012
Hike of the week: Shoreline Trail, China Camp State Park
Hike the Shoreline Trail from Miwok Meadows to China Camp Village, taking in the forests, meadows and bay vistas of China Camp, along with a visit to the historic China Camp Village.
Marin Independent Journal
May 17, 2012
Effort to keep China Camp State Park open gets another $30,000
The California State Parks Foundation will award an additional $30,000 to Friends of China Camp.
San Rafael/Terra Linda News Pointer
May 16, 2012
Marin County parks move closer to being saved
A fundraising campaign and proposed legislation are on the verge of protecting China Camp and Olompali state parks from closure.
Marin Independent Journal
May 13, 2012
Friends group getting closer to keeping China Camp open
An update on the progress of Friends of China Camp to save the state park.
Outside Magazine
April 27, 2012
The Fight to Save a California State Park Gets Personal
By Mary Catherine O’Connor
A good story about Friends of China Camp and our efforts to save China Camp State Park.
Marin Independent Journal
April 18, 2012
Marin Voice: China Camp State Park can remain open, with your support
Ernest Chung, chairman of Friends of China Camp, has a Guest op-ed column.
San Rafael/Terra Linda News Pointer
April 18, 2012
Council praises efforts of China Camp group
The San Rafael City Council made an official proclamation at its most recent meeting, acknowledging the hard work of Friends of China Camp.
San Rafael/Terra Linda News Pointer
April 4, 2012
Park operations plan helps support China Camp State Park
Just a week after a bill was passed to support state parks facing closure, China Camp State Park got even more good news — a local contingent’s plan to take over the park’s operation received crucial support.
Marin Independent Journal Editorial
March 29, 2012
Marin momentum grows to keep China Camp, Olompali state parks open
This editorial expresses strong support for the Marin State Parks Association and its subgroups, Friends of China Camp and The Olompali People, in our efforts to take on the responsibility of operating these two parks.
Marin Independent Journal
March 27, 2012
Effort to keep Marin’s state parks open picks up steam as similar plans move ahead statewide
Efforts by Friends of China Camp to save China Camp State Park are gaining momentum, with the Marin Community Foundation pledging $40,000 in matching funds.
Marin Independent Journal
March 24, 2012
Local group submits intent letter to operate China Camp and Olompali state parks
The Marin State Parks Association and its subgroups, Friends of China Camp and The Olompali People, have prepare to take on the responsibility of operating these two state parks.
KTSF26 TV
March 9, 2012
Part 1: China Camp State Park faces closure
Part 2: China Camp State Park needs help
The impending closure of China Camp State Park is getting a lot of media coverage, including these two reports from the Chinese language media on KTSF – Channel 26. In Cantonese.
Marin Independent Journal
February 9, 2012
Marin state parks support group reinvents itself to stave off closures
A report on the upcoming annual meeting of Friends of China Camp, and the group’s efforts to save China Camp State Park.
Marin Primary and Middle School Bake Sale Raises Money for Friends of China Camp
February 2012
The community is coming together to support the Friends of China Camp and our efforts to keep the state park open. 7th grader Wylie Cassinelli organized a bake sale at Marin Primary and Middle School in Larkspur. She raised $234 for the Friends of China Camp!
SFist
August 24, 2011
Locals Fight to Keep China Camp State Park Open
by Julie Wolfson
KGO-TV
June 15, 2011
Man might lose home when state park closes
The closure of China Camp State Park could have a very direct impact on Frank Quan, the last remaining resident of China Camp Village.
California’s Golden Parks
October 16 2004
California’s Golden Parks with Huell Houser
An exploration of the history of China Camp State Park with Ranger Pat Robart and volunteer John Muir.
By Huell Houser
