Seal Cove Temporarily Closed

To protect wildlife currently in the area, Fitzgerald Marine Reserve's Seal Cove Beach and the stairway leading down to it are closed until further notice.... ViewView Seal Cove Temporarily 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

Disaster Exercise at Flood Park

On Thursday, June 7, San Mateo County Health Systems Emergency Medical Services Agency will hold a full-scale emergency/disaster exercise at Flood Park.... ViewView Disaster Exercise at Flood Park

Closure on Alambique Trail in Wunderlich Park

Through the month of May 2018 the upper portion of Wunderlich Park's Alambique Trail, from the Oak Trail intersection to the crossroads, will be closed for trail maintenance work.... ViewView Closure on Alambique Trail in Wunderlich Park

Trailhead Closure in Pescadero Creek Park

From April 24 to May 14, Pescadero Creek Park's Tarwater Trailhead, Camp Pomponio Rd and Baker Fire Rd will be closed for maintenance and repair.... ViewView Trailhead Closure in Pescadero Creek Park

Summer Closures on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

From June 5 - 8 and 12 - 13, Parks 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

Weather Warnings in SMC Parks

As welcoming as the sounds and smells of winter weather are, it’s important for park visitors out in forests and on coastal bluffs to remain vigilant to dangers posed by rain and wind.... ViewView Weather Warnings in SMC Parks

Segment of Sheep Camp Trail Closed

Through September 2018, Sheep Camp Trail, a popular connection to Crystal Springs Regional Trail, will be closed from Hwy 280 to Canada Rd. as PG&E works on gas lines running through the area.... ViewView Segment of Sheep Camp Trail Closed

Trail Closures in Pescadero Creek & Sam McDonald Parks

Due to weather-related damage, some trails in Pescadero Creek Park and Sam McDonald Park are subject to full or partial closure.... ViewView Trail Closures in Pescadero Creek & Sam McDonald Parks

Be Aware

Spring is in full bloom in parks. Rains and warm weather have favored wildflower production, a surge in ticks, and the presence of rattlesnakes sunning on trails in several locations, including Edgewood and Huddart Parks and Crystal Springs Trail. Learn how to respond to these and other situations in our parks.... ViewView Be Aware

Trail Camps Closed at Pescadero Creek Park

Two trail camps at Pescadero Creek Park, Tarwater Flat and Shaw Flat, are currently closed for maintenance and renovation.... ViewView Trail Camps Closed at Pescadero Creek Park

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

Quarry Park Overlook Closed

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

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

Closure on Pomponio Canyon Trail

Due to landslides and erosion, Memorial Park's Pomponio Canyon Trail remains closed approximately 2 miles up from the Pescadero Creek Road intersection, on the northwest section.... ViewView Closure on Pomponio Canyon Trail

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

Do Not Pick or Eat Deadly Mushrooms

Deadly mushrooms are popping up in Parks. Note that all vegetative resources in County Parks are protected, including mushrooms. Mushroom collecting and eating is not allowed.... ViewView Do Not Pick or Eat Deadly Mushrooms

Edgewood Park Parking Alternatives

High car speed on Edgewood Road and the lack of sidewalks put you and fellow visitors at risk. Please enjoy the other side of Edgewood by starting your hike at these alternate locations.... ViewView Edgewood Park Parking Alternatives

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

Crystal Springs Dam Closure

The Crystal Springs Dam Bridge will be closed through summer 2017 for the Dam Bridge Replacement Project.... ViewView Crystal Springs Dam Closure