Sierra State Parks FoundationPosts

History isn't just about what's in the textbooks—it’s about the stories passed down through generations...Donner Memorial State Park just premiered a brand-new visitor center film, and for the first time ever, it includes the deeply moving, long-missing history of the Washoe Tribe. Who doesn't love seeing our region's rich heritage fully brought to light. This 26-minute masterpiece completely changes how you'll look at Tahoe. Ready to hear the stories generations in the making? Head over to this Sierra Sun article to learn

Did you know the tags on the bears mean something? For California, the color of the tag refers to the geological region where the bear was captured and tagged. Female bears will have tags on their left ear, and males on their right ear! Also, if you see a collar on a bear, it means the bear is being monitored. If it looks too tight, fret not. It is supposed to be snug to prevent the bear from shrugging it off, and the collars have been budgeted for them to grow into during the fall. And now you know! 🐻🤓

Are you ready for your facorite Tahoe bluegrass concert?! 🌲🪕
Catch us at Sugar Pine Point State Park on Friday, August 7th for the annual BIG BLUEgrass Benefit Concert. We can’t wait to pick some tunes overlooking Lake Tahoe (aka Big Blue) with you all.
The stage is set for Loretta Lynch, Broken Compass Bluegrass, and Jessica Malone Band, so you already know it’s going to be an unforgettable evening of live music.
Best of all? This event is incredibly family-friendly and affordable, making it the perfect summer night out for the whole crew. Pack up your low-back chairs, grab the kiddos, and get ready for a night of dancing, local food trucks, and cold drinks from Tahoe National Brewing Co and Highway 12 Winery. Every single ticket helps support the incredible work of the Sierra State Parks Foundation to keep our Tahoe State Parks vibrant and beautiful.
This event has a history of selling out completely, so don't wait on it! 🎟️👇

Legacy Day returns at Donner Memorial State Park for its fourth annual celebration of the land’s legacy, its cultural and natural history, and the people who inhabited the land. Bring the family for this free event and enjoy live music, food truck, historical half-mile tours, wagon rides, children’s activities, visiting exhibitors, and a riveting talk on the perils the King of Pines is facing! Admission is free. The $10 parking fee remains in effect.

Stay for The Kings of Pines in Peril by Maria Mircheva, the Executive Director of the Sugar Pine Foundation, at 4 pm. This is a great talk for children, too.