Sam became the first K-9 for California State Parks. For the last 40 years, Witmer-Tyson Imports has provided the K-9s, almost all imported from Europe, and training to State Parks.

The California State Parks Foundation’s Best Parks of 2025. 1 Morro Bay State Park, San Luis Obispo County (camping) 2 Mount Tamalpais State Park, Marin County (hiking) ...

Ranking California state parks: What’s best for your preferences? A new report ranks the 10 best parks in 2025 for camping, hiking, wildflowers, kid friendliness and more.