News Details · (/default.htm) COVID-19 Information & Updates Wednesday, March 25, 2020 PARK...
Transcript of News Details · (/default.htm) COVID-19 Information & Updates Wednesday, March 25, 2020 PARK...
/
(/default.htm)
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:
News Details
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions
/
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
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions
/
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
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions
/
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.
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions
/
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.
Customize Your Experience
My EBParks (/myebparks/)
Sign Up for eNewsletters
Subscribe (/subscribe/)
Select Language
Powered by
Accessibility
(/parks/accessibility/default.htm)
Bids (/about/bids/default.htm)
Awards (/about/district_awards.htm)
Contact Us (/about/contact_us/default.htm)
Help (/help.htm)
Links (/links.htm)
Privacy Policy (/privacy.htm)
Site Map (/sitemap.htm)
Terms of Use (/terms.htm)
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions
/
(/default.htm)
2950 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland, CA 94605
1-888-EBPARKS, 1-888-327-2757
(Deaf or Hearing Impaired, use the TRS at 711)
© 2018 East Bay Regional Park District
All rights reserved
Low Graphics
Share
(https://www.facebook.com/EastBayParks)(https://www.flickr.com/groups/ebparks/)(https://www.instagram.com/ebrpd/)(https://www.pinterest.com/ebrpd/)
(https://twitter.com/ebrpd)(https://www.youtube.com/user/ebrpd94605)
A A A
(http://www.civicasoft.com/)
Discover yourpersonalizationoptions