California State Parks
Mt. Tamalpais State Park

www.parks.ca.gov

Organization Type:
Government Agency

Mission:
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.

Contact:
California State Parks
Mt. Tamalpais State Park
3801 Panoramic Highway
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Phone: (415) 388-2070
Phone: (415) 388-3653
Fax: (415) 388-2968

Geographical Focus:
State

Counties Served:
Marin

Activities:
Education, Recycling, Enforcement, Conservation, Tourism, Recreation, Restoration, Resource Management

Topic:
Wetlands, Cultural History, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats

Educational Resources:
Posters, Maps, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trip, Nature Trails, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Website

Speaker or Lecture Series:
Astronomy programs are offered in the State Park through Mount Tamalpais Interpretive Association, who also lead the informative guided hikes.

Education Programs:
California Passport Program

Target Audiences:
General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Other Languages:
Spanish: Some brochures distributed by Park employees have been translated into Spanish.

Volunteer Opportunities

Program:
Mount Tamalpais Interpretive Association

Description:
Lead guided hikes, participate in fundraising activities, staff the visitor’s center at the summit.

When Needed:
Year-round

Qualifications:
Interest

Commitment Required:
Variable

Application/Training:
Contact MTIA through their website at www.mttam.net.

Internship Opportunities

Description:
Resource-related tasks
Duration:variable

When Needed:
Year-round

Qualifications:
Variable

Application:
Apply to CA State Parks, Marin District.

Number of Interns:
No limit

Housing Provided:
No

Paid:
No

Credit:
No

Disabled Access:
No disabled access on the mountain. Many disabled access sites and trails at other State Parks.