Take a break from gaming and go outside and literally touch some grass... 🌿
In honor of the 250th anniversary of American independence, California is offering a free special edition Historian Passport (normally $50) that provides unlimited admission for up to four people to more than 30 participating state historic parks through the end of 2026.
The passport must be claimed by Monday, July 6.
To claim your free Historian Passport:
Log in to or create an account on ReserveCalifornia.
Go to the Passes page:
https://www.reservecalifornia.com/passes/advancepassesSelect the Free Special Edition Historian Passport, add it to your cart, and complete checkout.
Print your passport and enjoy!
The Historian Passport is valid for unlimited visits to participating parks through December 31, 2026.
Participating Parks:
Anderson Marsh SHP
Antelope Valley Indian Museum
Bale Grist Mill SHP
Benicia Capitol SHP
Bidwell Mansion SHP
Bodie SHP
California Citrus SHP
California Mining and Mineral Museum
Colonel Allensworth SHP
El Presidio de Santa Barbara SHP
Empire Mine SHP
Folsom Powerhouse SHP
Fort Ross SHP
Fort Tejon SHP
Indian Grinding Rock SHP
Jack London SHP
La Purísima Mission SHP
Los Encinos SHP
Malakoff Diggins SHP
Marshall Gold Discovery SHP
Monterey SHP
Olompali SHP
Petaluma Adobe SHP
Railtown 1897 SHP
Robert Louis Stevenson SP
San Juan Bautista SHP
Shasta SHP
Sonoma SHP
State Indian Museum SHP
Sutter’s Fort SHP
Weaverville Joss House SHP
Will Rogers SHP
William B. Ide Adobe SHP
Do you enjoy visiting state parks? Which ones have been your favorites in California or elsewhere, and what made them memorable?