California State Parks Enhance Campground Reservations and Offer Popular Campsite Drawings

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California's state parks have transformed the way visitors reserve campgrounds, making it easier and more convenient to plan a camping getaway. The newly integrated system allows campers to access campground availability and book their perfect site in just a few clicks on Parks.ca.gov, while still making reservations through ReserveCalifornia. This upgrade aims to streamline the reservation process and provide visitors with a wealth of information to plan their state park experience. Additionally, the California State Parks are introducing draw-based reservation systems for more popular state park campgrounds, giving more visitors a chance to stay at coveted campsites.

Key Takeaways:

  • California State Parks has integrated campground reservations onto Parks.ca.gov, allowing visitors to book their perfect campsite in a few clicks.
  • The new system still utilizes ReserveCalifornia for reservations, but now offers improved integration and convenience, including real-time campsite status and availability.
  • Three more state park campgrounds will offer reservation drawings: Malibu Creek State Park, Morro Bay State Park, and McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park.
  • The draw-based reservation system is free to enter on ReserveCalifornia, giving visitors a chance to stay at highly sought-after campsites.
  • Since launching the draw system at Mount Tamalpais State Park, there have been over 100,000 entries for the Steep Ravine Cabins.
  • This feature is expected to be available at multiple state park campgrounds to ensure equal opportunities for visitors to stay at popular sites.
  • The upgraded system aims to provide improved customer service and make it easier for visitors to plan their state park experience.

Statistics:

  • Over 100,000 entries have been made for the Steep Ravine Cabins at Mount Tamalpais State Park since launching the draw-based reservation system.
  • The draw-based reservation system is now available at Malibu Creek State Park, with more adding later this summer.
  • The integrated system on Parks.ca.gov aims to improve customer service and streamline the reservation process for visitors.

Sources:

  • California Boating and Waterways Commission news release
  • Statement from State Parks Director Armando Quintero