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Programs and events

Monthly house tours

side view of historic two-story large white house with a porch wrapped around the side and trees behind the house.

Join park staff for an hour-and-a-half tour of the historic ranch house and surrounding grounds where Joseph D. Grant and his family lived. Experience and learn how this pioneer family played an important role in shaping California's politics, industry, and land preservation.

This program is typically offered on the first Saturday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Check the Parks calendar for dates. Meet outside of the Grant Ranch House.

Seasonal events

An open room decorated for the winter holidays with tables that have crafts and snacks. White Christmas lights are hung in the background.

Celebrate the holidays and the change of seasons with special programs and events at the historic ranch house. In March/April, join us for the Old Fashioned Easter Celebration, which includes crafts, an egg hunt, and an Easter bunny visit. In December, you can join us for the Holiday Ranch House Tours, which includes crafts, hot drinks, and a chance to tour the historic house decorated for the holidays.

Check the Parks calendar for dates.

Halls Valley History Hike (Coming soon)

A view behind a group of four people hiking on a dirt trail through an open green park with a few trees off in the distance.

Join a Park Interpreter for a 4-mile scenic hike through Joseph D. Grant County Park to see how people have used and enjoyed this landscape throughout history.

This is a new program offering coming in winter and spring 2025. For specifics, check the Parks calendar later.