State Parks Near Anaheim, California
24 state park units lie within 50 miles of Anaheim. The closest is Chino Hills State Park, about 8 mi northeast of town. 7 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Chino Hills State Park8 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 7of 24 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 9parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 16pets allowed
State parks near Anaheim, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Anaheim; driving distance is usually longer.
Best picks by activity
Camping near Anaheim
- Chino Hills State Park 8 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Bolsa Chica State Beach 20 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Crystal Cove State Park 20 mi south · Campground listed
- Doheny State Beach 27 mi south · Campground listed
- Lake Perris State Recreation Area 32 mi east · Campground listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Anaheim
- Chino Hills State Park 8 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Corona del Mar State Beach 19 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- California Citrus State Historic Park 19 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Huntington State Beach 19 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Bolsa Chica State Beach 20 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 11 more in the list above
Swimming near Anaheim
- Corona del Mar State Beach 19 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Huntington State Beach 19 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Bolsa Chica State Beach 20 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Crystal Cove State Park 20 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Doheny State Beach 27 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 7 more in the list above
Hiking near Anaheim
- Chino Hills State Park 8 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Corona del Mar State Beach 19 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- California Citrus State Historic Park 19 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Huntington State Beach 19 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Bolsa Chica State Beach 20 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 16 more in the list above
Fishing near Anaheim
- Corona del Mar State Beach 19 mi south · Fishing listed
- Huntington State Beach 19 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Bolsa Chica State Beach 20 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Crystal Cove State Park 20 mi south · Fishing listed
- Doheny State Beach 27 mi south · Fishing listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Anaheim
What is the closest state park to Anaheim?
Chino Hills State Park is the closest, about 8 miles northeast of Anaheim in a straight line. Next are Corona del Mar State Beach and California Citrus State Historic Park.
How many state parks are near Anaheim?
24 state park units are within 50 miles, and 7 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Anaheim have camping?
9 parks list camping, the nearest being Chino Hills State Park, Bolsa Chica State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Anaheim?
Yes, at 16 parks, including Chino Hills State Park, Corona del Mar State Beach and California Citrus State Historic Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Anaheim?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.