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Three new state parks planned for California’s historically underserved Central Valley

California proposes three new state parks in the Central Valley, expanding access to outdoor spaces.
Feather River Park in Olivehurst would be the first state park in Yuba County with a boat launch and riverside beach.
The San Joaquin River Parkway near Fresno would create an 874-acre park hub for water recreation.
Dust Bowl Camp in Bakersfield would highlight migrant workers and the Dust Bowl era, linked to the Grapes of Wrath.
The three parks would be publicly held and pursued through planning and acquisition immediately.
The update ties into a broader push to grow California’s state park system by thousands of acres by 2030.
The announcement aligns with high visitor interest, following a record 12 million national park visits in 2025.
Earth Day plans were announced by California Governor Gavin Newsom, highlighting outdoor access goals.
The Dust Bowl Camp site is tied to the Sunset Migratory Labor Camp and the Grapes of Wrath legacy.

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