Your Shot: California National Park Pictures

California’s national parks are natural playgrounds for family adventure. Stand among the tallest trees on Earth. Paddle to secluded sea caves. Horseback ride on historic wagon roads. Hike to majestic waterfalls. Pitch a tent under the stars. Explore woods, water, mountains, and meadows together on an epic family vacation. Find your family’s perfect California national park in our photo gallery, then start planning your great-outdoors getaway.

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This photo was submitted to Your Shot, our photo community on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram at @natgeoyourshot or visit us at natgeo.com/yourshot for the latest submissions and news about the community.
Photograph by John Walter, National Geographic Your Shot
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