Campfires No Longer Permitted at Huddart Park

The Woodside Fire Protection District will no longer issue campfire permits for Huddart County Park for any reason for the remainder of 2019.... ViewView Campfires No Longer Permitted at Huddart Park

De Anza Playground Closed

Beginning July 11, Junipero Serra Park's De Anza Playground will be closed while crews work to replace fencing. The playground is expected to be reopened by this weekend.... ViewView De Anza Playground Closed

Closure on Northern Portion of Sawyer Camp Trail

From June 17th through 19th, the Sawyer Camp segment of Crystal Springs Regional Trail will be closed from Hillcrest Blvd to the Jespson Laurel Area.... ViewView Closure on Northern Portion of Sawyer Camp Trail

Sanchez Adobe Closed

From May 23 through September 2019, Sanchez Adobe will be closed due to construction of a new Visitor Center and restroom.... ViewView Sanchez Adobe Closed

Summer Closures on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

From June 10 - 14 and 18 - 21, the Parks Department will perform annual mowing along Crystal Springs Regional Trail to make it more usable and to reduce fire risk.... ViewView Summer Closures on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Major Improvements Planned for Memorial Park Campgrounds

Memorial Park's campgrounds will be closed from October 20, 2019 until spring 2021 due to major improvements to bathrooms, showers and roads. No camping reservations are being taken for this time.... ViewView Major Improvements Planned for Memorial Park Campgrounds

Work Crews on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Now through May 31st, please exercise caution in the presence of work crews and vehicles along the Sawyer Camp and San Andreas segments of Crystal Springs Regional Trail.... ViewView Work Crews on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Edgewood Park Safety and Parking Tips

Make your trip to Edgewood Park safe and enjoyable by being cautious of fast-moving cars on Edgewood Road and avoiding parking difficulties.... ViewView Edgewood Park Safety and Parking Tips

Pine Trail Obstructed

Pine Trail at Junipero Serra Park is open but partially obstructed by a small slide on the trail. Please use caution.... ViewView Pine Trail Obstructed

Trail Closures in Pescadero Creek & Sam McDonald Parks

See what trails in Pescadero Creek Park and Sam McDonald Park are currently subject to full or partial closure.... ViewView Trail Closures in Pescadero Creek & Sam McDonald Parks

Ralston Bike Trail Advisory

Users of Ralston Bike Trail, a popular connector to Crystal Springs Regional Trail, are asked to be alert to uneven asphalt near the midway point of the trail.... ViewView Ralston Bike Trail Advisory

Sam McDonald Horse Camp Closure

Beginning Thursday, November 1, all three areas of Jack Brook Horse Camp in Sam McDonald Park will be closed until May 2019.... ViewView Sam McDonald Horse Camp Closure

Iris Point Sites Closed

Junipero Serra Park's Iris Point picnic and youth day camp area is currently closed for hazardous tree removal.... ViewView Iris Point Sites Closed

Quarry Park Overlook Closed

The overlook above Quarry Park's quarry face is remains closed until further notice due to exposed footings.... ViewView Quarry Park Overlook Closed

Closures in Memorial Park Day-Use Areas

Ongoing maintenance is currently being performed at Memorial Park’s day-use areas including Tan Oak, Creek and Legion Flats. Some picnic areas at these locations will be temporarily closed.... ViewView Closures in Memorial Park Day-Use Areas

Be Aware

Make sure your visit to San Mateo County Parks is a fun and safe one by preparing yourself. Learn how to share our parks with wildlife. See information on trail and campground safety and more.... ViewView Be Aware

Parking Lot Safety

Park staff patrol parking lots, but taking your own precautions against theft is always advised. Familiarize yourself with precautions you can take to protect your valuables and vehicle.... ViewView Parking Lot Safety

Use Caution When Hiking Pillar Point Bluff

At Pillar Point Bluff, recent inspections show expansion and lengthening of cracks both close to the edge of the bluff and inward towards the Jean Lauer bench. Use extreme caution.... ViewView Use Caution When Hiking Pillar Point Bluff

Limited Access on Old Guadalupe Trail

A portion of San Bruno Mountain's Guadalupe Trail has been barricaded due to a large sinkhole. The area is passable but trail users are advised to use caution.... ViewView Limited Access on Old Guadalupe Trail

Health Warnings for County Recreational Waters

Prepare for your park visit by knowing about bacteria warnings in county recreational waters, provided San Mateo County Environmental Health.... ViewView Health Warnings for County Recreational Waters