Will Rogers State Historic Park

The mission of California State Parks is: To provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

California Department of Parks and Recreation manages more than 270 park units, which contain the finest and most diverse collection of natural, cultural, and recreational resources to be found within California.

Will Rogers State Historic Park protects and promotes the legacy of Will Rogers, the Cowboy Philosopher - 1920's movie star, columnist, social commentator, and philanthropist - and his 186 acre ranch deeded to the state to become a public park and memorial.