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Hi folks, We’ve been informed by State Parks that Bodie will have a soft opening today, which means there will be no public tours, the museum gift shop will remain closed, and there will safety procedures in place to keep employees and visitors safe. Respect state park staff: they are short staffed and appreciate your... Read more

Hi folks, I write this while listening to the Mono County Board of Supervisors Meeting. Four hours of discussion has surrounded opening federal and state parks, allowing fishing for Memorial Day weekend, and what hotel and campground restrictions will look like in Stage 2 and Stage 3 of reopening our county and state. At this... Read more

Well folks, Here we are, May 1 and still not much has changed with the state of our parks in California. We at the Foundation were really hoping for some good news from the Governor, but it looks like we are all staying put for the time being. Here are some quick updates on what... Read more

Bodie State Historic Park This park is temporarily closed until further notice, meaning all vehicular access, trails and restrooms within this park are closed.‍ ‍ Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve:This park is temporarily closed to vehicular access. The park remains open for locals provided they practice safe, physical distancing of 6 feet or more and... Read more

As of this weekend, California State Parks have all been closed to vehicular traffic to ensure social distancing at all parks. This does not mean that Bodie, Mono, and Grover are closed to recreation. However, all parking lots will be closed. Those wishing to do so may walk or bike into the parks to utilize... Read more

As of March 18, 2020, all campgrounds within California State Parks have been closed. This includes all campgrounds at Bodie State Historic Park as well as Grover Hot Springs State Park. This effectively shuts down everything at Grover except hiking trails. State Highway 270 to Bodie remains closed due to snow, but we have not... Read more