Free genealogy records in California
These links go to free indexes, archives and guides. Searching them costs nothing. Certified copies and some record images cost a fee at the source. RootsFree charges nothing for any link here.
Where to search
- California State ArchivesState archives. Checkedsos.ca.gov
. - California State LibraryState library digital collections. Checkedlibrary.ca.gov
. - FamilySearch Research Wiki: CaliforniaResearch guide for the state. Checkedfamilysearch.org
. - National Archives at RiversideFederal records for the state. Checkedarchives.gov
. - National Archives at San FranciscoFederal records for the state. Checkedarchives.gov
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Neighbouring states
Families crossed state lines. If a trail goes cold, check the next state over.