California Announces Major State Park Expansion with Three New Parks
California is set to expand its state park system significantly with the addition of three new parks, marking the largest expansion in decades. The new parks will be located along the Feather River in Yuba County, the San Joaquin River near Fresno, and a site commemorating the Dust Bowl history near Bakersfield. This initiative, part of the State Parks Forward program, aims to enhance outdoor recreation opportunities and preserve historical sites. The expansion is aligned with California's 30x30 conservation plan, which seeks to protect 30% of the state's land and coastal waters by 2030. The state has already achieved 26% of its land conservation goal. The new parks will serve communities that have historically lacked access to state parks, particularly in the Central Valley. 
