Supervisory Recreation Fee Technician
National Park Service — Kings Canyon National Park, California — $56,164/yr – $73,010/yr
You will serve as a Supervisory Recreation Fee Technician with National Park Service at Kings Canyon National Park.
What are workamping jobs in California? Workamping jobs in California include camp host positions at state parks and national forests, volunteer host roles at BLM and Army Corps of Engineers sites, and paid seasonal positions at private RV parks and campgrounds. There are currently 142 open positions in California.
California's sheer size gives workampers a job market for every season and climate. Summer brings camp host openings to the Sierra Nevada around Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and the giant sequoias, plus the redwood coast up north. Winter shifts demand to the deserts — Joshua Tree, Anza-Borrego, and the snowbird parks near Palm Springs. Coastal state-park campgrounds from Big Sur to San Diego stay busy nearly year-round. Employers include state parks, national forests, sprawling RV resorts, and private destinations, most offering a full-hookup site in exchange for hosting, kiosk, or maintenance hours, often with hourly pay on top. Because California spans alpine to desert, a workamper can follow the good weather without leaving the state — but apply early, as marquee parks fill fast.
142 workamping opportunities in California — 14 paid jobs, 86 unpaid Volunteer.gov positions and 42 volunteer opportunities.
National Park Service — Kings Canyon National Park, California — $56,164/yr – $73,010/yr
You will serve as a Supervisory Recreation Fee Technician with National Park Service at Kings Canyon National Park.
National Park Service — Point Reyes Station, CA
Due to an unexpected overwhelming response, we are no longer accepting applications for this volunteer opportunity. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY. We apologize that we will not be able to respond to any additional applications.
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
At the northwestern edge of San Francisco, Land’s End is a place where dramatic coastal scenery meets layered history. Trails wind through cypress groves and along rugged bluffs, offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Golden Gate Bridge. Traces of the past remain, from shipwrecks along the…
National Park Service — San Diego, California — $51,871/yr – $67,432/yr
You will serve as a Recreation Fee Technician with National Park Service, Cabrillo National Monument. The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of technically challenging duties associated with the collection, deposit, tracking, and expenditure of fee revenue and donations collect…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Monday, 7/20. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 7/19. Joshua Tree National Park needs your help preparing native seeds for planting! Volunteers will work alongside park vegetation technician staff, to assist in the…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Friday, 7/24. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 7/26. Have you ever wondered what process the seeds collected in the field undergo before planting? This is the perfect volunteer opportunity for you then! Joshua Tr…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
Help the Joshua Tree team help our visitors! A Preventative Search and Rescue (PSAR) Field Educator volunteer’s primary role is to provide visitor safety information at trailheads and on trails to prevent visitor injury and illness. During a PSAR patrol, a volunteer is expected to provide thorough …
National Park Service — Death Valley, CA
*Candidates must have a self-contained motorhome (RV or trailer) to be considered for campground host positions!* Death Valley National Park is looking to hire campground hosts for the following locations: Furnace Creek Campground (3 vacancies) Filled! Sunset Campground (2 vacancies) Texas Spring…
United States Space Force — Vandenberg AFB, California — $20.28/hr – $28.31/hr
About the position: This position will be assigned to the SLD 30/30 FSS/Community Services Flight Outdoor Recreation. May work an uncommon work schedule, including weekends. Deals with customers professionally and in courteous manner. Provides accurate information to customers in a timely and tactfu…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Loleta, CA
The Visitor Services RV Host Volunteer lives in their own RV on site at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex Headquarters, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta, California. The site provides electricity, sewer and water (bottled water should be used for drinking and cooking). There is access to a shower…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Van Nuys, CA
The Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR) is hosting a Habitat Restoration Day on July 25, 2026, from 8:00am to 11:00am within the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve. This volunteer event is in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles (who manage the land) in support of the U.S. Army Corps of Eng…
National Park Service — Barstow, CA
SKILLBRIDGE INTERNSHIP POSITION DESCRIPTIONS - Multiple positions Transitioning out of the military and into a civilian career? SkillBridge opportunities are only for active-duty military service members. Position Description – Park Ranger Intern This is an exciting opportunity to experience a …
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Irwindale, CA
Interested in Making a Difference and Joining the Habitat Care Crew? The California Native Plant Society (CNPS)’ San Gabriel Mountains Chapter is hosting a Habitat Care event in the “wild” portion of the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area that is being set aside as a Natural Area. This volunteer event i…
Forest Service — Fall River Mills, CA
The Hat Creek Ranger District is looking for people with positive attitudes and helpful dispositions who want to be part of the Visitor Services team. Visitor Services operates the Front Desk and the Visitors Information Center on our district. The selected applicants will perform daily activities t…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Van Nuys, CA
Opportunity Description: For 35 years, Angelenos have come together to care for the Los Angeles River through the Great LA River CleanUp. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into the one of the largest urban river cleanups in the country, powered by thousands of volunteers each year. In 2026…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Loleta, CA
The Visitor Services RV Host Volunteer lives in their own RV on site at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex Headquarters, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta, California. The site provides electricity, sewer and water (bottled water should be used for drinking and cooking). There is access to a shower…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Sanger, CA
Pine Flat Dam & Lake offers an excellent opportunity to stay in a beautiful location while assisting Park Rangers steward public lands. Volunteers are an essential part of the Pine Flat team, providing support through routine maintenance of recreation, campground, and wildlife areas. Volunteers may …
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Redwood National and State Parks is comprised of Redwood National Park, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, and Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park. Throughout the North and South Districts of REDW, there are approximately 150 miles of trails. The primary duties o…
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Redwood National and State Parks would like two volunteers to support the behind-the-scenes operations of Wolf Creek Outdoor School. The outdoor school is designated as a classroom for interpretive lessons, housing for school groups, and a food hall for meals. The volunteers would largely aid in fac…
Manchester Bch / Mendocino Coast KOA Journey — Manchester, CA — $16.90/hr
Looking for a very energetic couple: Her Front Desk operations, reservations, check ins, check outs, gift shop, store, merchandizing, dusting, all point of sales. Him: general maintenance, trash runs, dispensing propane, guest services, troubleshooting etc.
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
One Saturday a month, our Living History crew brings the 1930s to life. Costumed and in character, the Maritime Museum Building is their stage. They interact with visitors and create the cruise atmosphere of the "Palace for the People" that was the original purpose of the building. A commitment of o…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Docents at San Francisco Maritime help staff contact stations and provide visitor information, as well as create programs in addition to those given by the Interpretation division. Study and research of the history of our historic vessels and the history and culture of the sea on the West Coast of t…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Loleta, CA
The Visitor Services RV Host Volunteer lives in their own RV on site at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex Headquarters, 1020 Ranch Road, Loleta, California. The site provides electricity, sewer and water (bottled water should be used for drinking and cooking). There is access to a shower…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Our Chantey program has been running for 30+ years! Held in the Maritime Museum Building and now once again in the place it all began, in the hold of the CA THAYER at Mare Island, our crew monitor the spaces, set up and and clean up after the event. They also have plenty of time to attend and enjoy …
National Park Service — Martinez, CA
Summary: John Muir National Historic Site is looking for volunteers to join our crew of Weed Warriors! Weed warriors will assist Natural Resource Management staff in a variety of invasive plant projects, including inventory and monitoring activities as well as invasive plant removal. Work will inclu…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Boat Shop volunteers help to maintain our small craft collection. Work may include carpentry, painting, metal work, rigging and engine maintenance. Our volunteers may also be involved in the operation of powered vessels and rowing or sailing. A one year commitment is required, and the acceptance o…
National Park Service — Paicines, CA
Description Join the National Park Service and the San Jose Astronomical Association in hosting Star Parties throughout the summer at Pinnacles National Park. Pinnacles is on its way to becoming a designated International Dark Sky Park and is a great place for stargazing and exploring the night sky.…
Forest Service — South Lake Tahoe, CA
Are you interested in serving our public lands? Consider joining our volunteer program! We offer local and RV volunteer positions, spent working along the Tahoe shoreline. This volunteer opportunity serves either the Tallac Historic Site or the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, or possibly both sites. T…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Located beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point is one of the most refined examples of masonry fortification in the United States—and the only example of Third System masonry on the West Coast. Constructed during the height of the California Gold Rush, it was designed as a formidable defense agai…
Forest Service — Hathaway Pines, CA
The Calaveras Ranger District near Arnold, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be campground hosts at different locations on the Stanislaus National Forest. A campground host does a variety of different tasks: · Clean restroom facilities · Interact with, help, and answer question…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Ventura, CA
BeachCOMBERS is a long-term community science program that monitors the health of coastal ecosystems in Central and Southern California. Founded in 1997, BeachCOMBERS is a collaborative program powered by volunteers and managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) in partnership with Califo…
Forest Service — Fall River Mills, CA
Campground Hosts serve as an integral part of the recreation and visitor service teams. Our overall goal is to offer recreational experiences that create long-term repeat visitors. To provide experiences worth coming back for, we need to offer visitors the valuable information they need to take adva…
National Park Service — Whiskeytown, CA
Volunteer with our Invasive Plant Team and help survey and clear invasive plants in Whiskeytown! Description of Duties: Identifying invasive plant species. Surveying and mapping plant species in the park. Working with the Invasive Plant Management Crew. Removing invasive plants and reporting remova…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Wednesday, 7/1. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 6/29. Joshua Tree National Park needs your help in contributing to the preservation of the Joshua Trees! Volunteers will work alongside park vegetation technician s…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Help us maintain your parklands on National Public Lands Day – the nation's largest volunteer effort for public lands! Maintenance volunteers help protect and beautify the historic landscapes and cultural resources throughout the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Join us this National Public Lan…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Help keep Sutro Heights and the San Francisco shoreline beautiful! Volunteers are needed to help keep these popular public destinations well maintained for both local and worldwide visitors to use and enjoy. Projects include litter and sand removal, weeding invasive plants, vegetation pruning, paint…
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Position Description: Hetch Hetchy Entrance Station Volunteers are the first point of contact for visitors entering the park. This role is essential for providing a welcoming, informative and positive experience while supporting park operations. Volunteers will assist with: providing park informati…
Forest Service — San Diego, CA
Observatory Campground https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233300 This opportunity is open to a retired couple as it requires both to assist in care of the campground. Palomar Mountain is a mountain in the Peninsular Ranges in northern San Diego County. It is famous as the location of…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Raymond, CA
Volunteers must represent USACE in a professional manner. Volunteers will be responsible for ensuring their safety and the safety of others while operating within their scope. Volunteers will conduct themselves in a respectable manner when in contact with the public or any government employee or con…
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Point Loma Complex, San Diego, California — $21.28/hr
Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equip…
National Park Service — Three Rivers, CA
RIVER ROVER & TRAIL TREKKER VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Every summer, visitors from across the country are drawn to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (SEKI) to experience towering trees, magnificent mountain peaks, and cool, refreshing rivers. Many seek relief from the Central Valley’s triple-digit temp…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Los Angeles, CA
We’re looking for fun-loving Education and/or Outreach Volunteers! You’ll be helping Park Rangers staff a variety of educational activities, children’s craft activities and information booths to familiarize event attendees with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Los Angeles District. Depending on th…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Saturday, 10/10. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 10/11. Join Joshua Tree National Park's vegetation crew, while we work to preserve the immemorial Joshua Tree (Yucca Brevifolia), one seed at a time! Volunteers w…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Los Angeles, CA
Our team is looking for Educational Curriculum Volunteers! You would be creating California standards-based educational curriculum that Park Rangers and Outreach Volunteers will use in programs we will offer in local school districts. We’re looking for self-starters who have experience creating educ…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Van Nuys, CA
Opportunity Description: For 35 years, Angelenos have come together to care for the Los Angeles River through the Great LA River CleanUp. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into the one of the largest urban river cleanups in the country, powered by thousands of volunteers each year. In 2026…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Join us in the park for National Public Lands Day – the nation's largest volunteer effort for public lands! Established in 1994, this annual event celebrates the connection between people and green space in their community, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages use of open space for edu…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Saturday, 10/3. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 10/4. Join us at Joshua Tree National Park for our monthly Litter Lifters work! Each month we designate two days to beautify and restore the balance of the unique …
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Irwindale, CA
Interested in Making a Difference and Joining the Habitat Care Crew? The California Native Plant Society (CNPS)’ San Gabriel Mountains Chapter is hosting a Habitat Care event in the “wild” portion of the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area that is being set aside as a Natural Area. This volunteer event i…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Van Nuys, CA
July C2C + RAFT Field Day: North Atwater Park The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains 45 miles of the Los Angeles River through a series of channels and levees to help reduce the possibilities of flooding in the region. Without partnerships with organizations such as the Los Angeles Waterkeeper …
National Park Service — Point Reyes Station, CA
Due to an unexpected overwhelming response, we are no longer accepting applications for this volunteer opportunity. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY. We apologize that we will not be able to respond to any additional applications.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Los Angeles, CA
Are you interested in bringing joy and being recognizable by almost everyone you meet? Are you good at acting and being understood without talking (but maybe making some noises)? Are you okay in an enclosed space? Are you able to be on your feet for long periods of time? Are you able to walk with a …
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Are you interested in being a spokesperson for the coast redwoods? Come on over and volunteer alongside park staff at any of our park visitor centers. Emphasis is placed on the Thomas Kuchel Visitor Center, Prairie Creek Visitor Center, and Hiouchi Visitor Center. Redwood National and State Parks i…
Commander, Navy Installations Command — San Nicolas Island, California — $22.00/hr
Incumbent is assigned to one or more specialized recreational activities such as the following: Community Activities, ITT Office, Campsites/Cottages, Arts & Crafts, Fitness/Athletics, Golf Course, Skeet Range, Youth Activities, Bowling Centers & Stables. May oversee sale of retail items associated w…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Irwindale, CA
Interested in Making a Difference and Joining the Habitat Care Crew? The California Native Plant Society (CNPS)’ San Gabriel Mountains Chapter is hosting a Habitat Care event in the “wild” portion of the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area that is being set aside as a Natural Area. This volunteer event i…
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Lodging Details: Group Campsites at Yellow Pines Campground Open to Group Applications of 10+ people. Help preserve and improve Yosemite National Park's Campgrounds for millions of visitors by joining the Facilities Management team as a Campground Preservation Volunteer. Volunteers work alongside …
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Saturday, 9/26. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 9/27. Join us at Joshua Tree National Park for our monthly Litter Lifters work! Each month we designate two days to beautify and restore the balance of the unique …
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Lodging Details: Group Campsites at Yellow Pines Campground Open to Group Applications of 10+ people. Help preserve and restore the developed facilities of Yosemite National Park by volunteering with Facilities Management team. Facilities Restoration Volunteers work alongside National Park Service…
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Volunteers will provide wilderness education through issuing overnight permits, conduct Nordic ski patrols, assist with snow surveys, and provide support to other projects in the Wilderness as time allows. Skills and Requirements: Applicants must have winter recreation skills and provide supportive…
Bureau of Land Management — Ridgecrest, CA
Event details: Meet at the junction business 395, highway 395, and brown road (35.549635, -117.714771) at 8 AM Saturday September 26th, 2026 then vehicle caravan to the work sites (less than 10 minutes away). We will meet then divide into groups (and assign appropriate vehicles). Access to some of …
Forest Service — Fall River Mills, CA
The Hat Creek Ranger District Visitor Services Team is looking for a motivated person with landscaping and maintenance skills, to help us with the Old Station Visitor Center and Discovery Garden. The visitor center and garden, is a spectacular place to spend your time. Discovery Garden has stroll…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Calipatria, CA
Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge is recruiting 1-2 volunteers for the 2026-2027 winter season to work at our Visitor Center, 3 days a week, for a minimum of 3 months. Fall and Winter are our peak visitor seasons, while spring sees a handful of educational tours taking place at the refu…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Golden Gate National Recreation Area's Horse Mounted Patrol Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers to help care for their horses. This position requires consistency and hard work in challenging conditions, and there often can be weeks or months when riding is not possible, so the best fit is wi…
National Park Service — Martinez, CA
Description: The John Muir National Historic Site is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team of interpreters. The commitment is twice a month of three-hour shifts. Volunteers will work alongside interpretive staff sharing with visitors the history of the site, John Muir's legacy, and th…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Sunday 9/20. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information by Monday 9/21. Join us on Saturday, September 26 at 8am to celebrate National Public Lands Day in the unique landscape of Joshua Tree National Park! Volunteers will perform trail…
Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command — March AFB, California — $20.28/hr – $22.00/hr
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Center on March ARB, CA. The position is a regular part time position, which means you are eligible for benefits and guaranteed to work at least 20 hours per week. Position requires workin…
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Love Yosemite? Leave it better than you found it. Join Yosemite National Park's Volunteer Office in a guided litter cleanup event on Thursday July 2nd, 2026! Meet in front of the Exploration Center in Yosemite Village at 10am. The project will take place from 10am-1pm, but no strict time commitment…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Willows, CA
This is a HALF-DAY event on September 12, 2026 at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteers will clean out hunting blinds (pit blinds) of vegetation, cobwebs, excess mud, rocks, and trash, in preparation for the upcoming waterfowl hunting season. Tools for the work are provided, but volunt…
Forest Service — Redding, CA
The Developed Recreation team on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest is searching for a friendly and reliable Campground Host to welcome visitors and help maintain a clean, inviting outdoor environment. This opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys nature, engaging with campers, assisting in f…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, California — $22.76/hr – $29.58/hr
Collect and account for fees at various locations interacting with visitors and sharing information. Serve as front-line representative to answer questions and offer guidance to guests. Likely Entry on Duty: July-August 2026. Open to the first 100 applicants. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 …
National Park Service — Point Reyes Station, CA
The Winter Wildlife Docent Program (WWDP) at Point Reyes National Seashore promotes awareness and protection of northern elephant seals, gray whales, and other marine life by helping visitors safely view, understand, and appreciate these species; helps visitors understand the ongoing management and …
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
The Yosemite Museum needs your help! We are seeking responsible, trustworthy volunteers to staff the museum information desk during several temporary exhibits planned for 2026. Docents will be responsible for opening and closing the exhibit daily, act as security, provide information to visitors, an…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Join the fun and help preserve and protect your national park! Maintenance volunteers help protect and beautify the historic landscapes and cultural resources throughout National Park Service managed lands in San Francisco County (see full list below). Projects include trail maintenance, vegetation …
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Join us for National Public Lands Day! We will meet at Redwood Creek Day-Use Area for 9am. We will first collect debris and microtrash from Freshwater Beach. All needed equipment will be provided. There will be a ranger-led birding program at 11am. We encourage you to bring your binoculars. There is…
National Park Service — Yosemite National Park, CA
Volunteer will be stationed at a backcountry trails camp and will be expected to perform the duties of an entry-level trail worker. Duties will include basic trail maintenance and construction tasks, as well as camp chores. Volunteer is expected to abide by the Yosemite Trail Crew's standard safety …
National Park Service — Death Valley, CA
*Candidates must have a motorhome to be considered for the position! Housing is provided in the form of a free RV site with full-hookups (water, sewer, power)* Furnace Creek Visitor Center: The Furnace Creek Visitor Center is located on the valley floor in the Furnace Creek area of Death Valley Nat…
National Park Service — Death Valley, CA
*Candidates must have a self-contained motorhome (RV or trailer) to be considered for campground host positions!* Death Valley National Park is looking to hire campground hosts for the following locations: Furnace Creek Campground (3 vacancies) Filled! Sunset Campground (2 vacancies) Filled! Texas…
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Redwood National and State Parks is seeking a volunteer for the months of May-August to support the Vegetation Division with invasive plant management. Species to remove include Scotch broom, English ivy, Himalayan blackberry, and Harding grass. The volunteer will be working 8-10 hour days alongside…
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
We invite you to apply to join the Facilities staff as a National Park Service volunteer. Take part in epic projects listed below: · Painting new and existing materials · Sanding park structures in need · Surveying park areas throughout the North and South District for areas of new st…
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA
Within the Wildlife Division at Redwood National and State Parks, there are projects that take place largely in backcountry environments throughout the year, with surveys typically between May and August. You may support a range of needs working alongside the park's Wildlife Technicians. Starting …
National Park Service — Whiskeytown, CA
Do you have a passion for visual storytelling? Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is looking for a Volunteer Photographer to capture its most unique features! Volunteer Photographers will have the opportunity to document Whiskeytown's natural beauty through scenic shots of the landscape and wildl…
National Park Service — Whiskeytown, CA
Want to help visitors discover their next adventure? We are looking for applicants with a passion for Whiskeytown and community engagement to share the wonders of Whiskeytown with our park visitors! Main Goals for Position: Volunteers work with Whiskeytown National Recreation Area’s Interpretation…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Fremont, CA
Join the team at Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is located in California’s San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wetland habitat protecting endangered species and migratory birds. We are seeking candidates with a variety of skills. Come for a stay as a Refu…
Forest Service — Pinecrest, CA
The Sugar Pine Ranger District (formerly Summit Ranger District and Mi-Wok Ranger District) near Pinecrest, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be campground hosts at different locations on the Stanislaus National Forest. A campground host does a variety of different tasks: · Clean re…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Irwindale, CA
Interested in Making a Difference and Joining the Habitat Care Crew? The California Native Plant Society (CNPS)’ San Gabriel Mountains Chapter is hosting a Habitat Care event in the “wild” portion of the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area that is being set aside as a Natural Area. This volunteer event i…
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants until Saturday, 9/5. The most highly qualified applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 9/6. ☀️ Joshua Tree National Park is recruiting a few new members of our Search and Rescue (JOSAR) team! ☀️ JOSAR was established in the 199…
National Park Service — Point Reyes Station, CA
Due to an unexpected overwhelming response, we are no longer accepting applications for this volunteer opportunity. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY. We apologize that we will not be able to respond to any additional applications.
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA
This opportunity is open to applicants through Wednesday, 7/8. Applicants can expect to be contacted with more information the week of 7/6. Joshua Tree National Park needs your help in contributing to the preservation of the Joshua Trees! Volunteers will work alongside park vegetation technician st…
National Park Service — Joshua Tree, California — $52,938/yr – $68,819/yr
Lead Recreation Fee Technician overseeing 3+ GS-05 staff. Manages fee and donation collection, deposits, tracking, and expenditures under FLREA. Ensures compliance with regulations, improves work methods, performs clerical and technical tasks, and serves as a uniformed front-line NPS representative.
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Join us on September 19, 2026 for the 42nd annual Coastal Cleanup Day – the statewide movement that helps clear trash from California’s coastlines and inland waterways every year! Volunteers will enjoy beautiful ocean views while they remove litter, protect native habitats, help minimize marine debr…
Air Mobility Command — Travis AFB, California — $20.28/hr
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Travis Outdoor Recreation facility at Travis Air Force Base, CA. Must be physically able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance. Eligible …
Forest Service — Nevada City, CA
The American River Ranger District in Foresthill, CA is looking for a handful of volunteers to be camp hosts at different locations on the Tahoe National Forest. A camp host does a variety of different tasks: Clean restroom facilities Interact, help, and answer questions from the public Update dail…
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Coronado, California — $21.28/hr
Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equip…
Commander, Navy Installations Command — San Diego, California — $21.28/hr
Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equip…
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Monterey, California — $22.00/hr – $24.00/hr
Performs a variety of duties in support of the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Community Recreation program that may include special events, recreation information/resources, command events, visiting ships or fleet support, community events, trips, tours, outings, party and picnic rental equip…
United States Army Installation Management Command — Dublin, California — $20.28/hr – $23.00/hr
This position is located at Community Activity Center (CAC), Camp Parks, California. CAC has a variety of activities and programs for Soldiers to enjoy. It's the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Announcement will a have a first c…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Celebrate your public lands with the Presidio Habitat Stewards! Habitat Stewards help restore and preserve the natural areas of the Presidio of San Francisco. Habitat restoration is a proactive, hands-on way to revitalize damaged ecosystems and promote environmental health! Learn about the plants a…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Willows, CA
Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex (Willows, California) is seeking a volunteer for the visitor center. The volunteer will greet visitors, answer questions, assist with purchasing the entrance pass online, raise and lower flags on a flagpole, restock brochures, and keep a small visitor cent…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Description The Presidio is a former military post located within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Today, it is a vibrant national park site where historic buildings, cultural landscapes, and open spaces come together to tell stories of service, change, and community. At the Presidio V…
National Park Service — San Francisco, CA
Volunteers in this position work on a crew focused on the maintenance, preservation, and periodic replacement of components of the traditional rigging on the West Coast lumber schooner C.A. THAYER, Clydesider BALCLUTHA, and San Francisco Bay scow schooner ALMA. A one year commitment is required, and…
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Oakdale, CA
Stanislaus River Parks is looking for 1-2 park hosts at our Valley Oak Recreation Area host site in Oakdale, California. Valley Oak Recreation Area is a remote park tucked away in the trees by the Stanislaus River. The area consists of a 9-site boat-in/walk-in campground. There is a small trail loop…
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National Park Service — Ventura, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Scorpion Ranch Campground at Channel Islands NP, known for five pristine islands off the Southern California coast. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Death Valley, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Furnace Creek Campground at Death Valley NP, known for the hottest and driest place in North America with extreme landscapes. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Death Valley, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Stovepipe Wells Campground at Death Valley NP, known for vast sand dunes and mesquite flat in the heart of Death Valley. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Twentynine Palms, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Cottonwood Campground at Joshua Tree NP, known for where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet with iconic Joshua trees. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Yucca Valley, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Black Rock Campground at Joshua Tree NP, known for the western gateway to Joshua Tree with spring wildflowers. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Grant Grove, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Sentinel Campground at Kings Canyon NP, known for the deepest canyon in North America and giant sequoia groves. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Mineral, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Manzanita Lake Campground at Lassen Volcanic NP, known for all four types of volcanoes and bubbling hydrothermal features. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Paicines, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Pinnacles Campground at Pinnacles NP, known for towering rock spires, talus caves, and California condors. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Crescent City, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Jedediah Smith Campground at Redwood NP, known for the tallest trees on Earth in old-growth coastal redwood forests. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Three Rivers, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Lodgepole Campground at Sequoia NP, known for the world's largest trees including the General Sherman Tree. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Yosemite Valley, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Upper Pines Campground at Yosemite NP, known for the iconic Yosemite Valley with granite cliffs and waterfalls. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Groveland, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Hodgdon Meadow Campground at Yosemite NP, known for the Big Oak Flat entrance with old-growth mixed conifer forest. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Wawona, CA — Free campsite + stipend
Host Wawona Campground at Yosemite NP, known for the historic Wawona area near the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Point Reyes Station, CA — Free campsite
Maintain trails and assist visitors at this dramatic peninsula north of San Francisco.
National Park Service — Whiskeytown, CA — Free campsite with hookups
Host campground at Whiskeytown Lake surrounded by waterfalls and gold rush history.
US Forest Service — Arcadia, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Angeles NF, known for the backyard wilderness of Los Angeles. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Santa Barbara, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Los Padres NF, known for coastal mountains and condor habitat. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Bishop, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Inyo NF, known for the eastern Sierra with ancient bristlecone pines. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Clovis, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Sierra NF, known for the western slope of the Sierra Nevada. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Redding, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Shasta-Trinity NF, known for Mt. Shasta and the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Eureka, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Six Rivers NF, known for wild rivers and redwood forests in northwest California. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Sonora, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Stanislaus NF, known for the Emigrant Wilderness and Tuolumne River. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Forest Service — Placerville, CA — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Eldorado NF, known for Desolation Wilderness and Lake Tahoe basin. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Fish & Wildlife Service — Willows, CA — Free RV site with hookups
Monitor and survey wildlife at Sacramento NWR, Central Valley wetlands. Species focus: millions of migratory waterfowl. Assist visitors with nature programs and environmental education.
US Fish & Wildlife Service — Los Banos, CA — Free RV site with hookups
Monitor and survey wildlife at San Luis NWR, Central Valley wetlands. Species focus: tule elk and sandhill cranes. Assist visitors with nature programs and environmental education.
Delaware North Companies — Three Rivers, CA — Free RV site + hourly wage
Work camp supporting guest services at Sequoia National Park.
Bureau of Land Management — Eureka, CA — Free campsite + fuel reimbursement
Volunteer at Headwaters Forest Reserve, known for old-growth redwood forest on the northern California coast. Patrol trails, assist visitors, monitor resources, and provide information about the area.
Bureau of Land Management — Shelter Cove, CA — Free campsite + fuel reimbursement
Volunteer at King Range NCA, known for the Lost Coast wilderness on the Pacific. Patrol trails, assist visitors, monitor resources, and provide information about the area.
Bureau of Land Management — Barstow, CA — Free campsite + fuel reimbursement
Volunteer at Mojave Trails NM, known for vast Mojave Desert landscape along historic Route 66. Patrol trails, assist visitors, monitor resources, and provide information about the area.
Bureau of Reclamation — Napa, CA — Free campsite with hookups
Host campground at Lake Berryessa, Napa County's largest lake for recreation. Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Assist visitors with boating, fishing, and recreation information.
Bureau of Reclamation — Lakehead, CA — Free campsite with hookups
Host campground at Shasta Lake, California's largest reservoir with 370 miles of shoreline. Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Assist visitors with boating, fishing, and recreation information.
Bureau of Reclamation — Weaverville, CA — Free campsite with hookups
Host campground at Trinity Lake, a remote mountain lake in the Trinity Alps. Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Assist visitors with boating, fishing, and recreation information.
Bureau of Reclamation — Folsom, CA — Free campsite with hookups
Host campground at Folsom Lake, Sacramento's premier recreation lake. Managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. Assist visitors with boating, fishing, and recreation information.
California State Parks — Borrego Springs, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Anza-Borrego Desert SP, known for the largest state park in the contiguous US. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
California State Parks — Boulder Creek, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Big Basin Redwoods SP, known for California's oldest state park in ancient redwoods. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
California State Parks — Perris, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Lake Perris SRA, known for popular water recreation in Southern California. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
California State Parks — Burney, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at McArthur-Burney Falls SP, known for the 129-foot waterfall TR called the Eighth Wonder. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
California State Parks — San Simeon, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Hearst San Simeon SP, known for elephant seal rookery and coastal bluffs. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
California State Parks — Weott, CA — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Humboldt Redwoods SP, known for the largest remaining old-growth redwood forest. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
Thousand Trails — Oceano, CA — Free full-hookup site + resort amenities
Host at this coastal resort near Pismo Beach. Manage activities, maintain grounds.
Pacific Crest Trail Association — Sacramento, CA — Free backcountry camping + meals + gear
Maintain sections of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail through California's Sierra Nevada.
Yosemite Conservancy — Yosemite Valley, CA — Free campsite + park pass + meals on work days
Habitat restoration, visitor engagement, and trail projects in Yosemite.
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