Wunderlich Park Trail Closures

In September and October trails in the southern area of Wunderlich Park will be closed for annual vegetation management within the utility right-of-way.

Huddart Park Closures

Some trails remain closed due to damage from winter storms. Toyon Campground are closed and without water. Werder Playground is closed for construction.

San Bruno Mountain Park Closed to Cars, Sep 25–29

September 25–29, San Bruno Mountain Park will be closed to all cars while the main park gates are replaced. Visitors may still enter on foot through the Crocker Gate.

Flood Park Closed for Construction Weekdays through Oct 11

Pump track construction continues in Flood Park requiring the park to remain closed, Monday to Friday, through Wednesday, October 11 to ensure safe entrance and exit by semi-trailer trucks.

Reserve New Memorial Park Sites for Camping with Dogs

Huckleberry Flat, a camping area for dogs and their owners at Memorial Park, may now be reserved by phone. Visitors are required to bring a dog when staying in this area.

Yellowjackets Active in Huddart Park During Warm Weather

Yellowjackets or wasps are stinging insects commonly found during the warmer months of the year, especially in picnic areas and nearby.  Yellowjackets can sting repeatedly causing pain

Fall 2023 Closures on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Repairs begin soon on the 4.5-mile northern portion of the Sawyer Camp segment. Ralston Bike Trail is closed for PG&E to work on a gas transmission line until October 31

Five Deaths, Few Answers: County Forms Domestic Violence Task Force

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo has formed a Domestic Violence Task Force following the homicides of five women this year at the hands of abusers, Supervisor Noelia Corzo announced today.

Health Officer Directs Health Care Personnel to Wear Masks during Respiratory Virus Season

Redwood City – San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana today issued a local health order requiring staff in patient care areas of health care facilities to wear face masks. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Nov. 1, 2023, the order applies to paid and unpaid facility personnel and other professionals and does not apply to patients, visitors or individuals with medical or mental health conditions or a disability that prevents wearing a mask.

New Director for County’s Effort to Improve Literacy Among Young Learners

Redwood City – The County of San Mateo has selected Katharine Sullivan as the director of The Big Lift, an ambitious effort to prepare young learners for success. Sullivan comes to the County with more than 20 years of experience in improving educational opportunities and targeting resources to meet community needs. This knowledge will be key as The Big Lift aims to improve literacy with focused services.

Pescadero Creek Park Trail Closures

The area south and west of the park, which was burned by the CZU Lightning Complex Fire, remains closed. Other trails remain closed due to storm damage.