Celebrating 80 Years of Regional Parks in 2014 | East Bay Parks

Connecting Parks to People

For 80 years, we have been connecting parks to people by preserving open space and offering enjoyable and healthful recreational activities. We welcome you to participate in these activities and learn about your Regional Parks.

Timeline

Read about the Historic Time Line for the Parks 80th Anniversary.

Moments of Inception: The Founding Vision of the East Bay Regional Parks, Bay Nature, April 2014 [PDF Version]

Did You Know?

How well do you know your Regional Parks? Brush up on these 80th-anniversary fun facts!

Become a Member

The Regional Parks Foundation offers member benefits and supports park programs.

Calendar

Download the 80th-anniversary historic calendar!

Then and Now

Sepia photo of oyster fishers in the bay

Kayakers at the Tidewater Boating Center

Sepia photo of a ranch in Antioch

Conta Loma Reservoir at sunset

Black and white photo of a man training a seal with rings

Coyote Hills Regional Park

Alameda Creek being explored by a group of 19th century lady adventurers

Alameda Creek regional trail

Garin Barn Visitor Center in the 1970s

Garin/Dry Creek Regional Parks

Black and white photo of a train going through Diablo Valley

Iron Horse Regional Trail

Black and white photo of lifeguards by a pool

Lake at Don Castro Regional Recreation Area

Miwok person using rocks to crack tree nut/seed

Train in Las Trampas

Sepia photo of Roberts Regional Park in Oakland

Playground at Roberts Regional Park

Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park trail

Black and white photo of Lake Chabot Reservoir under construction

A kayaker on Lake Chabot

Sculptures at Eastshore Park

An owl sitting in a dip in the ground

Opening ceremony at Redwood Bowl in 1936