Samuel P. Taylor State Park

08/01/2026

Summer is in full swing and so is programming here at Samuel P. Taylor State Park!
Mark your calendars for the events below! Can't wait to see you there 😊

08/01/2026

07/10/2026

Bark bark bark bark bark!!

That’s dog speak for “We are proud to introduce the B.A.R.K. Ranger Program as Samuel P Taylor State Park”!

How to become a B.A.R.K. Ranger
1. Take 3 photos of your dog following the B.A.R.K. rules
2. Present these photos to a ranger
3. Take the Bark Ranger Oath

B.A.R.K. Rules

Be aware of dog friendly spaces

Always bag your waste

Remain on leash

Keep your distance from wildlife

07/10/2026

Summer is in full swing and so is programming here at Samuel P. Taylor State Park!

Mark your calendars for the events below! Can't wait to see you there 😊

04/02/2026

Mark your calendars for public events happening this month!

Jr Ranger Easter Egg Hunt - April 5th 1pm-2pm

Jr. Rangers, join park staff on Easter for an egg hunt and learn how eggs might have helped Samuel P. Taylor out on his journey to building the West Coast’s first paper mill!
This is a Jr. Ranger program designed for kids 12 and under. Meet park staff in the Azalea Day Use Area by the restrooms.
Baskets will be provided.

Pioneer Tree Trail Guided Hike - April 25th 1pm-3:30pm

Join park staff to discuss the history of SPT as it relates to redwoods and the life they support, challenges that the forest faces today, adaptations of redwoods, human perspectives, and stewardship. This 2.1 mile guided hike takes participants along the newly rerouted Pioneer Tree Trail!

03/24/2026

Today marks 4 years since the Pioneer Tree fell due to a human caused fire.

What once was the site of a massive old growth redwood tree, where families explored their awe around redwoods, is now a powerful reminder that humans are capable of leaving a lasting impact on their environment. This site is also a vibrant reminder of resiliency, in which the Sequoia Sempervirens (a name translating to "always green", "everlasting" or "always flourishing") continue to regrow and endure in the face of devastation.

To celebrate the life of this tree, I would like to highlight the renovation of the Pioneer Tree Trail and those who have made it possible. Over the last year, we have witnessed the California State Parks Trails Crew and the California Conservation Corps dedicate themselves to the hard work that is required to protect ✨literally✨build these trails and continues to allow us access to these incredible spaces. This work includes boardwalks, bridge crossings, benches, rerouting to prevent further erosion, and educational panels.

The Pioneer Tree Trail is officially reopened! The next time you walk this trail, remember the Pioneer Tree, remember the work that went into allowing us safe access on this trail, but most of all, remember to ask yourself... what kind of impact do YOU want to leave on these trees?

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03/21/2026

We're hiring a Senior Park Aide at Samuel P. Taylor SP!

Applications due on 4/1/2026

Duties include:
Welcoming park visitors
Computing and collecting fees
Explaining park regulations, amenities and directions
Overseeing campground operations
Leading and training new employees

Visit Calcareers.ca.gov and search job control # “511833”
or follow the link in our bio!