Volunteer Opportunities

Be the CHANGE, SEE the CHANGE with your County Parks!

Have you thought about getting involved and not sure where to start? You’ve already taken the first step. Thank you for thinking about turning your talents and skills into positive action for your community!

Volunteer opportunities include recurring and one-time commitments with options for individuals, families, students, businesses, scouts, and many more! Check out the Quick Links below for more information.

Can’t find the volunteer opportunity that you’re looking for? Please contact the Volunteer Program at
[email protected].

Santa Clara County Parks Volunteer Site

Visit our site to browse and sign up for opportunities or to access your volunteer profile.

Volunteer Spotlight:

Stephen Cassidy - Land Steward, Santa Teresa County Park

“When I am volunteering as a landscape steward at Santa Teresa County Park, passerby often tell me I have a great job—fresh air, beautiful scenery, and physical exercise. I get all that and more from my volunteer service. Simple tasks such as removing invasive plants, planting an acorn, or maintaining a trail have a domino effect on the health of the environment and on enjoyment by park visitors. What a great way to leave a legacy for future generations!"

Camp Host

Provide a readily available, hospitable presence in campgrounds and parks, and assist with park services.

Visitor Center Hosts and School Program Docents

Attend our in person training to volunteer in one of our Visitor Centers and/or at school field trips!

Equestrian, hiker with dog, and biker on a trail

Trail Watch

Patrol our trails as a volunteer and keep our parks safe and welcoming for all. Trail Watch Academy is the first stop and is held quarterly.

Scout volunteers with fishing poles at south bay fishing in the city

South Bay Fishing in the City: Volunteers Needed!

Love to fish? Help parks staff teach children ages 5-15 the joys of fishing and provide them the tools they need to fish on their own at lakes, ponds, and streams close to home.

Youth and Scout Projects

Community Group and Corporate Volunteering

Docent pointing at plants on a guided hike