California Citrus State Historic Park
About
250-Acre Living-History Citrus Grove
California Citrus State Historic Park preserves 250+ acres of working citrus groves combined with a historic interpretive village. The park celebrates Riverside's role as the birthplace of California's citrus industry - the original Washington Navel orange tree was planted in Riverside in 1873.
Tours, Tastings & Family Programs
State Parks staff run free guided tours and citrus tasting events. Programs include:
- Free guided grove tours (Fri-Sun)
- Citrus tastings 10am-3:30pm on tour days
- Visitor center exhibits
- Self-guided walking trails
- Pavilion picnic areas
- School field trips
- Seasonal harvest events
What's Included
- Free admission to visitor center and tours
- $5 parking fee
- Citrus tasting access during tour hours
Experience
Working orange groves with shaded paved walking trails - rare California outing combining living agriculture and history. Open Fri-Sun 10am-4pm. Strong fit for elementary kids studying California history and families wanting a calm grove visit.