California State Parks Open

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has announced a plan that will keep California state parks open by reducing maintenance, administrative staff and operating hours at some parks.

Previously, up to 100 facilities were set to close, but California citizens, bloggers and environmental groups caused quite a backlash against the planned park closures.  Right on, Californians!

Schwarzenegger said that California officials have come up with an alternative plan to keep the state parks open with a reduction of the hours or days of operation, but no state parks will shut down.

Some restrooms might be cleaned only once per day, some parks will close weekdays and be open on weekends and holidays, and portions of a park may close part of the week. State Parks that already close because of seasonal conditions might be closed a little longer.

"Working closely with my departments of Finance and Parks and Recreation, we have successfully found a way to avoid closing parks this year.  This is fantastic news for all Californians!” Schwarzenegger declared, jubilantly.

It's time to go out and enjoy a beautiful Autumn at our state parks, and the weekend is here!  Visit our California State Parks and make some great memories.