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California state parks, Trump and MLK Day

California defies Trump, makes admission free for parks on MLK Day

After US President Donald Trump slashed free admission to national parks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, California state parks will offer free admission at more than 200 state parks over the upcoming ...

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Another place where Newsom and Trump differ: Making MLK Day free to enter parks

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Free car entry to California state parks on Martin Luther King Day. Here's what to know.

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MLK Day celebrations around central Iowa

Many communities and organizations are hosting Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations around the metro.

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Why we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. What to know about holiday today

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MLK Day 2026: What’s open on Jan. 19? Banks, UPS, mail delivery, stock markets, stores, malls, supermarkets

Newsom defies Trump administration, declares free parks for MLK Day

California Gov. Gavin Newsom responded to the Trump administration's decision to scrap free national park entry on MLK Day, offering free admission to 200-plus state parks.

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California State Parks offers free entry on MLK Day

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California residents and visitors will receive free vehicle day-use entry to participating California state parks on Monday,

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You can visit 9 national parks in California for free in 2026. Here’s when

The Golden States is home to nine national parks and hundreds of thousands of miles of trail systems, making it one of the best states for hiking and outdoor vacations, The Fresno Bee previously reported. In 2026, U.S. citizens and residents can visit national parks for free on select days — including those in California.