The 3.5 mile-long Pomponio Canyon Trail is closed until repairs can be made following a failed retaining wall. A .1 mile-long portion of the Trillium Nature Trail is closed until a large downed tree can be removed.
Spring is here and the showy carpet of wildflowers has begun in many San Mateo County Parks. If you’re looking for a diversity of flower colors and species, consider visiting County parks now through April.
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Beginning Tuesday, February 10, CAL FIRE CZU will perform fuel reduction work in the Saddle Area of San Bruno Mountain Park. Work is slated to occur before May 2026.
As of late January 2026, crews have returned to Pescadero Creek Park to continue a multi-year project to ecologically restore forest health and reduce fire fuels over approximately 541 acres strategically located throughout the park.
Closure of Toyon Campground is ongoing.
Closures to trails throughout the park for Forest Health work. Single-track trails closed to equestrians.
Starting January 31 San Mateo County Parks welcomes Sage Bakehouse back to the Sawyer Camp Segment of Crystal Springs Regional Trail, where they'll be selling hot and cold drinks, pastries, and delicious individual savory pies.
The new Flood Park Playground is taking shape, with construction underway on features like the climbing tower, zip lines, spinners, swings and benches.
Deadly death cap mushrooms are currently growing abundantly all over California. We urge you not to pick and eat wild mushrooms during this high-risk season
On Jan 5, Emma Gonzalez will begin her new role, as the County plans for future recruitment for the next Parks Director.