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San Mateo County Parks News

Thursday, September 3, 2020

Parks, Trails & Drop-in Picnic Sites Re-open after CZU Fire

After complete closure due to the CZU Lightning Complex fire, San Mateo County Parks have returned to Phase II of the COVID-19 park management plan, which includes reopening of more parks, trails, drop-in picnic sites, parking lots and restrooms. Fourteen of the County's 23 parks are now open. Learn more »

For notices on closures and other advisories see Park Advisories »

Conservation Grazing Pilot on San Bruno Mountain

Cattle
San Mateo County Parks is developing a pilot program that will explore grazing as a tool in conserving some of the last remaining mission blue and callippe silver spot butterfly habitat.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Conservation Grazing Pilot on San Bruno Mountain

Dispatches from Natural Resource Management

Field Notes
Learn about ongoing Parks projects and get a virtual dose of the outdoors with Field Notes from our Natural Resources Management staff.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Dispatches from Natural Resource Management

Free OuterSpacial App Helps Navigate Park Trails, Facilities

OuterSpatial
San Mateo County Parks is happy to announce that our parks and trails are now featured on the free OuterSpatial app.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Free OuterSpacial App Helps Navigate Park Trails, Facilities

Camping & Picnic Sites Now Open for Reservation 6 Months Prior to Arrival Date

Thursday, July 16, 2020 San Mateo County Parks is changing how far in advance a reservation can be made.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Camping & Picnic Sites Now Open for Reservation 6 Months Prior to Arrival Date

Annual Park Passes Extended

The Parks Department is extending annual passes for those who've been unable to use them during the last several months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Annual Park Passes Extended

Quarry Park Master Plan Update

Learn what board presentations and public workshops are planned for the Draft Quarry Park Master Plan. Also, participate in  the pump track design.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Quarry Park Master Plan Update

Share Your Ideas About the Design of Tunitas Creek Beach

The planning phase of the Tunitas Creek Beach Improvement Project is underway. Learn more and share your ideas with us about the design.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Share Your Ideas About the Design of Tunitas Creek Beach

Crystal Springs Regional Trail Featured on OpenRoad

OpenRoad
In case you missed it, check out the June 28 episode of OpenRoad with Doug McConnell featuring Crystal Springs Regional Trail.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Crystal Springs Regional Trail Featured on OpenRoad

Park Director Message Regarding Crystal Springs Regional Trail

In a letter welcoming all users, including cyclists, back to the fully opened Crystal Springs Regional Trail on June 15, Parks Director reminds all to practice trail etiquette, don’t exceed 15 MPH, and keep 6 feet apart.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Park Director Message Regarding Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Notice of Slip Fee Increase

In order to fund future dredging and facility improvements, the San Mateo County Parks Department will increase monthly berth rental fees at Coyote Point Marina, effective July 1, 2020.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Notice of Slip Fee Increase

Bay to Sea Trail Collaboration Announced

Lobitos Ridge
San Mateo County Parks has joined the partnership to create a multi-use Bay to Sea Trail that will connect the San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Bay to Sea Trail Collaboration Announced

iNaturalist & BioBlitz: Be a Citizen Scientist

Discover nature all around you and contribute to an important scientific resource with iNaturalist and the San Mateo County Parks BioBlitz.... View more at Parks DepartmentView iNaturalist & BioBlitz: Be a Citizen Scientist

Memorial Park Camp Facility Improvements

Memorial Park Campground
The Memorial Park camp facility improvements are progressing in preparation for the 2021 camping season.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Memorial Park Camp Facility Improvements

Tunitas Creek Beach Project Initial Survey

We're gathering information from beach-goers about how they might use Tunitas Creek Beach. Help shape this new county park by filling out a brief online survey.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Tunitas Creek Beach Project Initial Survey

Wildfire Prevention Work in Quarry Park

Quarry Park Fuel Break Project Image
A SMC Parks and CAL FIRE project to reduce the risk of wildfire to neighboring communities by treating 100 acres of vegetation and creating fuel breaks throughout Quarry Park.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Wildfire Prevention Work in Quarry Park

Progress on Moss Beach Playground Improvement Project

Moss Beach Playground Improvement
Play structures have now been installed. Next, the work will focus on installing fences and benches, and painting. The playground is slated to reopen on-schedule in late March or early April.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Progress on Moss Beach Playground Improvement Project

Charting the Course for Tunitas Creek Beach

Tunitas Creek Beach, Photo by John Kane
The community meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 14 has been canceled.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Charting the Course for Tunitas Creek Beach

Fire Fuel Reduction in Huddart Park

In October 2019, San Mateo County Parks and CAL FIRE created 70 acres of shaded fuel breaks along Kings Fire Road and within Huddart Park.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Fire Fuel Reduction in Huddart Park

Don’t Miss Any 2020 Park Events

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

Bring Your Team to San Mateo County Parks

The new year is a great time for your organization to recommit to open spaces. San Mateo County Parks welcomes community, school and corporate groups who'll support our parks with their time and energy. Book your spring project today.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Bring Your Team to San Mateo County Parks

More Parks For You and Your Dog

Dog on Leash
San Mateo County Parks and the Dog Work Group have significantly expanded recreational opportunities for dogs and their owners by allowing dogs on leash and on trail at several new park locations. See the full list.... View more at Parks DepartmentView More Parks For You and Your Dog

Wildfire Prevention Work in Junipero Serra Park

Meadow Vista Trail
To reduce the threat of wildfire to neighboring communities, San Mateo County Parks Department has collaborated with CAL FIRE to treat approximately five acres of vegetation along the boundary of Junipero Serra Park .... View more at Parks DepartmentView Wildfire Prevention Work in Junipero Serra Park

Bike Repair Stations in County Parks

Bike Repair Station
At many locations in San Mateo County Parks has installed repair stations featuring a bicycle rack, wrenches, screwdrivers, and a tire pump.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Bike Repair Stations in County Parks

Board of Supervisors Requests More Information on Flood Plan/EIR

On Nov 5, Parks staff presented to the Board of Supervisors, who asked staff to provide additional information about aspects of the Landscape Plan at a future meeting.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Board of Supervisors Requests More Information on Flood Plan/EIR

The Ecological Benefits of Fire Fuel Reduction

Dear at Edgewood Park
Our fire fuel reduction projects provide immediate safety benefits to neighboring communities. But did you know they provide long-term ecological benefits, as well?... View more at Parks DepartmentView The Ecological Benefits of Fire Fuel Reduction

New Parks Director Named

Nicholas Calderon
Current assistant director, Nicholas Calderone, has been recommended to assume top Parks post.... View more at Parks DepartmentView New Parks Director Named

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 more at Parks DepartmentView Free Park Entrance to US Veterans

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