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COVID-19 Information & UpdatesWednesday, March 25, 2020

PARK INFORMATION:

COVID-19 Park Closures & Parking Restrictions to Limit Overcrowding, Address Public &

Staff Safety

The COVID-19 health emergency remains a serious and evolving situation. The East Bay Regional Park District

has announced park area closures to limit overcrowding and public safety. This past weekend, the Park District

saw more people in parks than on a busy holiday.

“We are all in this together,” said Park District General Manager Robert Doyle. “We want to help everyone during

this crisis by keeping parks open, but safety of the public and our employees is our top priority.”

Park visitation and park use will be monitored closely, with additional closures possible. Currently, state and

county health departments have told us they want East Bay Regional Parks to remain open and accessible for

outdoor activity if possible. However, it may be necessary to close more park areas based on overcrowding or

additional orders from State or local health agencies

We thank the public for their cooperation and understanding during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Keeping parks open for the public is challenging with limited staffing and the Park District is doing its best to

balance the requirements of State and local health agencies’ “Shelter in Place” orders, and the community’s need

for exercise and stress relief.

The list below of parks, developed park areas, parking lots, and entrance points will be closed beginning Friday,

March 27, 2020, through Thursday, April 30, 2020.

All picnic areas, restrooms, water fountains, swim facilities/areas, playgrounds, campgrounds, group campsites,

backcountry campsites, sports fields, kiosks, and reservable facilities are closed through Thursday, April 30, 2020

NEW CLOSURES BEGINNING FRIDAY, MARCH 27:

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Black Diamond Mines – Upper Parking Lot Closed (Parking available at Sidney Flat)

Castle Rock Recreation Area Closed

Contra Loma Closed (Trails Open from Frederickson Lane)

Crown Beach – Otis Parking Lot Closed (Walk-In Access Only)

Del Valle Closed (Trail Access from Arroyo Staging Area Only)

Diablo Foothills (Limited Parking for Trail Access)

Garin/Dry Creek – Meyer's Garden Closed

Point Isabel – Main Parking Area Closed (Walk-In Access Only)

Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park – Redwood Road Gate Closed

Piedmont Stables (Boarders Allowed to Care for Horses)

Roberts Regional Recreation Main Park Area Closed (Walk-In Access Only)

Shadow Cliffs Closed (Walk-In Access Only)

Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve – Tunnel Road Entrance Closed (All Other Access Points Open)

Sunol Regional Wilderness Closed

Tilden Botanic Garden – Garden Closed

PREVIOUS CLOSURES (STILL IN EFFECT):

Anthony Chabot Closures

Marciel Gate

Chabot Equestrian Center Parking Lot (Boarders Allowed for Care for Horses)

Skyline Stables (Boarders Allowed for Care for Horses)

 Ardenwood Closures

Ardenwood Closed

 Bay Point Shoreline Closures

Closed Due to Construction

 Big Break Closures

Big Break Visitor Center

 Black Diamond Closures

Mine Closed

Sidney Flats Visitor Center

Greathouse Visitor Center

 Briones Closures

Bear Creek Staging Area

 Regional Trails Closures

Lafayette-Moraga Old Moraga Ranch Trail (Closed due to Landslide)

 Coyote Hills Closures

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Main Parking Lots

Coyote Hills Visitor Center

Crown Beach Closures

McKay Parking Lot (Walk-In Access Only)

Crab Cove Visitor Center

 Del Valle Closures

Del Valle Visitor Center

Garin/Dry Creek/Pioneer Closures    

Visitor Center

Apple Orchard

Lake Chabot Closures

Boat Ramp (No Boating/No Quagga Inspection)

 Lake Temescal Closures

South Parking Lot

 Leona Canyon Closures

Main Staging Area

 MLK Shoreline Closures

Tidewater Staging Area

Tidewater Outdoor Recreation Office

Tidewater Oakland Strokes Operations

 Quarry Lakes Closures

Boat Ramp (No Boating/No Quagga Inspection)

 Sunol Closures

Sunol Visitor Center

 Tidewater Closures (See MLK Shoreline)

All Areas Closed

 Tilden Closures

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All Picnic Areas Along Lake Anza and Brook roads

Fern Picnic Area Parking

Indian Camp Parking Lot, Playground, and Picnic Area

Lone Oak Parking Area

Lakeview Parking Lot

Mineral Springs Parking Lot - No Trails

Lake Anza Road and Parking Area

Tilden Golf Course

Golf Course Gated Lot (Bottom Half)

Steam Trains/Golden Gate Live Steamers

Merry-Go-Round

Native Here Nursery

South Park Drive (Continued Newt Closure Past April 1)

 Tilden Botanic Garden Closures

Botanic Garden Visitor Center

 Tilden Nature Area Closures 

Tilden Nature Area Closed (Walk-In Access Only)

Tilden Little Farm

Environmental Education Center

Indian Camp Parking Lot

 Wildcat Canyon Closures

Walk-In Entrance Trail into the Alvarado Picnic Area

VISITOR INFORMATION:

For your safety and ours during COVID-19…

Maintain a 6-foot distance from other people

No groups, gatherings, or meetups (only immediate households should be together)

No picnicking (Walking, hiking, and running, horseback riding, biking, fishing only)

Be aware of high-touch points (trail access gates, parking machines, etc. – use hand sanitizer or gloves)

Keep dogs on leash – even dogs should social distance during COVID-19

Pack-in, pack-out trash, including dog poop bags (there is NO trash collection during COVID-19)

Bring water, hand sanitizers, and use restrooms at home before you come (bathrooms and water fountains

are closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19)

Park properly and safely (parking restrictions will be enforced during COVID-19)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How do I social distance on narrow trails?

On narrow trails, visitors should work together to maintain proper social distancing by stepping aside, with 6

feet of space, to let each other pass. This includes runners and bikers as well.

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How do I social distance at staging area and parking lots?

We understand parking lots and staging areas may get busy. However, visitors must take turns getting out of

cars, if necessary, to maintain proper social distancing. This includes possibly waiting and stepping aside when

entering trails and park areas through entry points.

What do I do if I have to go to the bathroom?

Visitors should use the bathroom at home before they visit a park. Bathrooms are closed to help stop the

spread of the virus.

Should dogs social distance?

Yes, to maintain the 6-foot social distancing requirement during the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Park

District is requiring dogs to be on-leash in all park areas.

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