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Pest Management at Flood Park FAQ

Ground Squirrel Damage at Flood Park
A pest management plan to reduce the number of ground squirrels causing damage to trees and walkways has been developed in coordination with our Natural Resource Management staff.... View moreView Pest Management at Flood Park FAQ

Tunitas Creek Beach Project CEQA Document Available for Review & Comments

The Tunitas Creek Beach Improvement Project Draft Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration is now posted for review and comment.... View moreView Tunitas Creek Beach Project CEQA Document Available for Review & Comments

"Know Your Zone" for Wildfire Safety

As drought and wildfires intensify, first responders are asking residents to enter their address into a platform that will aid the coordination of alerts and evacuations.... View moreView "Know Your Zone" for Wildfire Safety

Interpretive Strategic Plan Community Engagement Survey

San Mateo County Parks Interpretive Programs
San Mateo County Parks is embarking on a strategic planning process for our interpretive programs and resources and we want to hear from you!... View moreView Interpretive Strategic Plan Community Engagement Survey

Discover the New Sanchez Adobe Visitor Center

Sanchez Adobe
Step back into the Ohlone Indian, Spanish, and Mexican history of California by visiting the long-awaited visitor center at Sanchez Adobe.... View moreView Discover the New Sanchez Adobe Visitor Center

CMG Named Landscape Firm for Reimagine Flood Park Project

CMG Landscape Architecture has been selected to develop plans, specifications and cost estimates for the redesign of Flood Park.  Construction could begin August 2023.... View moreView CMG Named Landscape Firm for Reimagine Flood Park Project

San Mateo County Parks Receives Merit Award for Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail Study

San Mateo County Parks has received a Merit Award for Planning for the Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail Study as part of the California State Parks 2020 Trail & Greenway Awards.... View moreView San Mateo County Parks Receives Merit Award for Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail Study

Dog Pilot Program CEQA Document Available for Review and Comments

Dog
We have released a Draft Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Off-leash Dog Recreation Pilot Program at Pillar Point Bluff and Quarry Park for your review and comment through Aug 13.... View moreView Dog Pilot Program CEQA Document Available for Review and Comments

Board Recognizes Essential Role of Parks During National Parks & Recreation Month

Today’s proclamation by San Mateo County Board of Supervisors recognizes park and recreation services as vital for our communities.... View moreView Board Recognizes Essential Role of Parks During National Parks & Recreation Month

100-Acre Fire Mitigation Project in Quarry Park, Funded by Coastal Conservancy Grant

On September 8, we will begin the first phase of a $1 million State Conservancy Grant project to mitigate fire risk in Quarry Park.... View moreView 100-Acre Fire Mitigation Project in Quarry Park, Funded by Coastal Conservancy Grant

Free Park Entrance to US Veterans

Any US military veterans who provide proof of veteran status are granted free entrance to the twenty parks spread throughout San Mateo County.... View moreView Free Park Entrance to US Veterans

Pescadero Creek Park & The CZU Lightning Fire

Pescadero Creek Park & The CZU Lightning Complex Fire
Natural Resource Manager Hannah Ormshaw explains the effects of the CZU Lightning Complex Fire on Pescadero Creek Park, how the forest will recover, and the ecological case for active fire management.... View moreView Pescadero Creek Park & The CZU Lightning Fire

Welcome Back to Improved Memorial Park, May 28

Memorial Park Redwoods
On Friday, May 28, a new improved Memorial Park reopens. Check out this video on how to check-in quickly and remain COVID-19 safe while visiting the park.... View moreView Welcome Back to Improved Memorial Park, May 28

Junior Ranger Challenge

Junior Ranger Challenge
Calling all kids ages 7-12. Join the Junior Rangers with fun, do-it-yourself nature and history activities in San Mateo County Parks. ... View moreView Junior Ranger Challenge

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Reopens

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Tidepools
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is open. Remember to practice good tidepool etiquette.... View moreView Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Reopens

SMC Parks Now Seeking Seasonal Park Aides

Park Aides
San Mateo Countey Parks is currently hiring seasonal Park Aides to work alongside other park staff to provide recreational opportunities to the community and protect our county’s environmental resources.... View moreView SMC Parks Now Seeking Seasonal Park Aides

Woodside Store Limited Reopening

Woodside Store
Starting Thursday, March 25 the Sanchez Adobe historical site will reopen Tuesday–Thursday, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM, and  Saturday & Sunday - 1:00 PM–4:00 PM.... View moreView Woodside Store Limited Reopening

Historical Site Reopenings

Historical Sites Reopening
Three historical sites in San Mateo County Parks are reopening: Sanchez Adobe, Woodside Store, and the Carriage Room Museum at Folger Stable in Wunderlich Park.... View moreView Historical Site Reopenings

Carriage Room Museum Reopens on Saturdays

The Carriage Room Museum at Wunderlich Park's Folger Stable is now open on Saturdays from noon to 3:00 P.M.... View moreView Carriage Room Museum Reopens on Saturdays

Projects to Improve Forest Health, Reduce Fire Risks Planned in Two County Parks

Beginning this summer, San Mateo RCD and SMC Parks will collaborate to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health and community safety in Huddart and Wunderlich parks with funding awarded by CAL FIRE.... View moreView Projects to Improve Forest Health, Reduce Fire Risks Planned in Two County Parks

Memorial Park Camp Facility Improvements

See what Memorial Park camp facility improvements campers will arrive to discover this 2021 camping season.... View moreView Memorial Park Camp Facility Improvements

Don’t Miss Any 2020 Park Events

A lot is happening in San Mateo County Parks in 2021. Connect with us through email and social media to keep abreast of events, news, and service updates.... View moreView Don’t Miss Any 2020 Park Events

5-Year Fuel Management Program Focused on Forest Health & Community Safety

Butano Ridge Fire - August 18, 2020
San Mateo County Parks’ five-year wildfire fuel management program to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risks primarily in parks that are near private dwellings has been presented to the Board of Supervisors.... View moreView 5-Year Fuel Management Program Focused on Forest Health & Community Safety

Solar System to Scale Hike

Solar System to Scale Hike at San Bruno Mountain
At San Bruno Mountain Park, walk from the Sun to the eight planets in its orbit with educational panels about each planet along the way.... View moreView Solar System to Scale Hike

Cowell-Purisima Trail Now Open 7 Days a Week

Cowell-Purisima Trail
Through a ten-year management agreement between San Mateo County Parks, California Coastal Conservancy and the Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST), the popular Cowell-Purisima Trail will now be open seven days a week.... View moreView Cowell-Purisima Trail Now Open 7 Days a Week

How Are We Doing?

How are we doing?
Visited a park recently? We care about providing excellent and courteous public service. Please take a moment to complete our customer survey.... View moreView How Are We Doing?

Tunitas Creek Beach Preferred Design Presentation to Board of Supervisors

On February 23, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved the preferred conceptual design for Tunitas Creek Beach Improvement Project. ... View moreView Tunitas Creek Beach Preferred Design Presentation to Board of Supervisors

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