Memorial Campsite Reservations for July 10-13 Temporarily on Hold

Campsite reservations at Memorial County Park for July 10–13 are on hold until the Department finalizes its centennial celebration plans in the upcoming weeks.

Senator Josh Becker Announces Funds for Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail Signage

On Dec. 7, 2023 Senator Josh Becker presented a symbolic check for $500,000 to San Mateo County leaders to fund a series of historic monument sites that will be installed along the 90-mile Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail.

Call for Bids Posted for Realize Flood Park Phase 1 Construction

The Realize Flood Park Phase 1 project is out for rebid with plans and specifications and key dates posted at San Mateo County Public Works.

A New Tool to Reduce Fire Fuel in Memorial & Pescadero Creek Parks

In coordination with CAL FIRE and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, we'll use an air curtain burner to dispose of logs and other woody debris left over from past projects and storm-downed trees.

SMC Parks Off-Leash Dog Pilot Program Data

View monitoring data for our Off-Leash Dog Pilot Program at Pillar Point Bluff and Quarry Park.

Response to Comments for Quarry Park Wildfire Risk Reduction Program

Response to comments has been posted for wildfire risk reduction and visitor serving projects at Quarry Park.

Board of Supervisors Approves Tunitas Creek Beach Construction Contract

On June 13, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved a $11,593,710 contract to construct parking, pathways, rest rooms, picnic tables, and more visitor services at Tunitas Creek Beach.

Construction for Tunitas Creek Beach Goes Out to Bid

Construction for the Tunitas Creek Beach Improvement Project out for public bid.

Multi-Year Interpretive Strategic Plan Connects Communities and Parks

The Interpretive Strategic Plan establishes a vision for maximizing visitor experiences through interpretation and strengthening our communication and outreach to all communities.

Ohlone-Portolá Interpretive Panels Installed on Crystal Springs Regional Trail

Two new Ohlone-Portolá-themed interpretive panels have been installed on Crystal Springs Regional Trail.

Board of Supervisors to Review Flood Park Phase 1 Plans, Dec 13

Phase 1 plans will be presented to the Board of Supervisors at their Dec 13 meeting. Learn how to attend the board meeting in person or by teleconference.

San Mateo County Parks Plans for Future of Pescadero Creek Park

The Climate and Habitat Resiliency Plan for Pescadero Creek Park will be presented to the Board of Supervisors on December 6 for review.