In this paper, taking Shandong province as an example, the problems and challenges in the development of geological parks have been analyzed. The development ideas of geological parks have been studied from the aspects of management system, management ability, scientific research popularization, planning and evaluation, and suggestions for standardized management and operation have been put forward. It is hoped that people from all walks of life in society can provide more valuable opinions and suggestions to promote the protection and utilization of geological relics and the sustainable development of geological parks in order to assist in the construction of the nature reserve system.