Explore & Protect Placer 

Welcome to Explore & Protect Placer 

Whether you're searching for your next family adventure, looking to volunteer in your community, or simply hoping to spend more time outdoors, this guide is here to help. 

Explore & Protect Placer connects residents and visitors with parks, hiking trails, wildlife organizations, community gardens, environmental programs, and volunteer opportunities throughout Placer County, where there's a place for everyone to get involved.

Why Explore & Protect 

This guide is designed to educate, inspire, and encourage action by helping people discover the many ways they can enjoy and protect Placer County's natural resources. Every hike, volunteer project, educational experience, and small act of stewardship helps strengthen our environment and community. Together, we can make a lasting impact—one adventure and one action at a time

Ready to Get Started? 

Explore the website to discover parks, hiking trails, conservation organizations, community gardens, volunteer opportunities, and more. Every place you visit and every action you take helps protect the natural beauty of Placer County for future generations.