Calaveras Big Trees State Park

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  • Interpretive Master Plan Virtual Public Workshop

    Online

    Interpretive Master Plan Virtual Public Workshop August 9, 2023 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../88567242215pwd... Meeting ID: 885 6724 2215 Passcode: 349474 Please join and share your input about interpretation and education at Calaveras Big Trees What is an interpretive master plan? Learn more here: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=31298 #BigTrees #CAStateParks #CentralCAStateParks

  • Protecting Our Forests Town Hall

    Ralston Classroom 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    There is a public town hall meeting scheduled for Calaveras Big Trees State Park in the Ralston Classroom located near the visitor center at 6 p.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023. The natural resource team will give an update on current and future forest management work at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The meeting will be facilitated [...]

  • Parkway to Close for season

    The Walter W. Smith Parkway will close for the season on Friday 12/1/23. Every year the parkway closes either at the first snow or on December 1. Snow has not reached Big Trees just yet, but winter is fast on its way. You have just a few days left to go hike the South Grove [...]

  • First Day Hike 2024

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Kick off the new year with us with the Annual First Day Hike!  Calaveras Big Trees will participate in this national-led effort that encourages individuals and families to experience the beautiful natural and cultural resources found in the outdoors with a seasoned guide so that they may be inspired to take advantage of these treasures [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Dark Sky

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    May 14, 2026 (Thursday) at 8:30 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our first Dark Sky Astronomy Night of 2026. Experience the magic of a truly dark sky at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on May 14, 2026 at 8:30 PM. Far from city lights and surrounded by towering sequoias, [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Moon Night

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    May 21, 2026 (Thursday) at 8:00 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our first Moon Night of 2026. Grab a chair and a blanket and head out under the stars! Our volunteers will have telescopes ready for a guided night sky exploration. Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or a first-timer, [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Dark Sky

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    June 11, 2026 (Thursday) at 8:30 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our Dark Sky Astronomy Night. Experience the magic of a truly dark sky at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on June 11, 2026 at 8:30 PM. Far from city lights and surrounded by towering sequoias, led by our [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Moon Night

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    June 25, 2026 (Thursday) at 9:00 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our Optical Astronomy Night - Moon Night. This program invites you to gaze at the moon and the surrounding night sky through our telescopes. Bring a chair, a blanket, and your sense of wonder. Please arrive early — [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Dark Sky

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    July 9, 2026 (Thursday) at 8:30 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our Dark Sky Astronomy Night. Experience the magic of a truly dark sky at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on July 23, 2026 at 8:30 PM. Far from city lights and surrounded by towering sequoias, led by our [...]

  • Optical Astronomy: Dark Sky

    Overlook 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    August 13, 2026 (Thursday) at 8:00 PM | Calaveras Big Trees State Park Join us for our Dark Sky Astronomy Night. Experience the magic of a truly dark sky at Calaveras Big Trees State Park on August 13, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Far from city lights and surrounded by towering sequoias, led by our [...]

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