Natural featuresCoyote Point was once an island in San Francisco Bay, separated from the mainland by salt marsh. In the 1800s, the marsh was filled to create pastureland. The area was later used as a wharf for freight.

Today, Coyote Point’s windy, salty environment supports distinctive stands of eucalyptus and Monterey cypress. Remnant salt marsh, the beach promenade, the marina, and the breakwater provide habitat for a number of native shorebirds and songbirds.

The rugged, windy Recreation Area is mostly flat, with a knoll that offers lovely vistas of the Bay.

Coyote Point Recreation AreaRight on San Francisco Bay, this rocky peninsula and beach offers many adventures on both land and water.

The Park’s 149 acres of land include many picnic areas, three playgrounds, trails, a gravel beach, and fishing spots. The 538 underwater acres of the Recreation Area offer opportunities for windsurfing, sailing, and kayaking. Board sports equipment can be rented at the Beach Center.

The Recreation Area includes the Coyote Point Marina, the Coyote Point Pistol and Rifle Range, CuriOdyssey – a museum for environmental education, and the private Coyote Point Yacht Club.

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Activities and facilitiesThis scenic Recreation Area was recognized by Bay Area Parent Magazine as a 2008 “Best of the Best” Playground and Outdoor Recreation Area.

The Magic Mountain Playground features six slides, a three-story castle play structure, enchanting purple dragons, and plenty of room to run.

The trails that cross the park are great for walking, running, and bicycling. The San Francisco Bay Trail crosses the south side of the Recreation Area.

The Recreation Area includes many drop-in picnic areas, as well as open spaces for kite-flying.

Several facilities are available year-round for reservations, including group picnic areas and RV camps. To make reservations, visit www.SMCoParks.org or call 650-363-4021.

Additional facilities in the recreation area include: Coyote Point Marina 650-573-2594 CuriOdyssey 650-342-7755 Coyote Point Rifle Range 650-573-2557 Coyote Point Yacht Club 650-347-6730

Coyote PointA San Mateo County Park

San Mateo County ParksReservations 650-363-4021General information 650-363-4020www.SMCoParks.org

The Department manages parks, trails, and historic sites to preserve public lands and provide opportunities for education and recreation. The system’s properties include parks, preserves, trails, and historic sites located throughout the County and encompassing more than 17,000 acres.

The parks represent our region’s wondrously diverse natural settings, from rugged tidepools, lush mountain forests, and remote campsites to Bayfront shoreline, sunny picnic areas, and popular playgrounds.

The Department sells annual passes, offering unlimited entrances to all County Parks for a year.

Support your parksYou can volunteer to help rangers protect and improve parklands and serve park visitors.

The San Mateo County Parks Foundation raises funds to improve the quality of County Parks for our community. For information, visit www.SupportParks.org.

Coyote Point Recreation Area1701 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401Park Headquarters 650-573-2592Police, Fire, or Medical Emergency 911

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Park hours and useHours The Park opens at 8am. Closing time changes

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Pets Pets are not allowed in the park, but on-leash dogs are allowed on the Bay Trail.

Balloons Because of nearby high voltage power lines, mylar (metallic) balloons are not allowed at Coyote Point.

Fires Barbeques are allowed only in barbeque pits using charcoal; no portable barbeques.

Smoking No smoking in County Parks, on trails, or at historical sites.

Please protect the Park’s natural environment and do not disturb or remove any plants or animals.

TrailsMarina Trail Loop .4 mile

Shoreline Trail .5 mile

Bluff Trail .9 mile from Merchant Marine Memorial overlook to Bay Trail

Bay Trail 1.1 miles from windsurfing beach to Yacht Club entrance

Hikers, runners, and bicyclists share these trails. Please be alert and courteous to all trail users.

Bicyclists always yield to other trail users.

For more trail information and routes, visit www.SMCoParks.org.