Alerts and Closures

Anthony Chabot Family campgrounds and Group camps Closed

Anthony Chabot Family campgrounds and Group camps will be closed through Monday, February 13, 2023, due to storm damage. Please contact Reservations if you have questions about cancellations. 
Call 1-888-327-2757, option 2. *For Canadian residents, please use 510-544-2707.

Trail and Area Closures

Anthony Chabot Park has reopened but the following trails, roads, and staging areas remain closed due to storm damage:

Roads Closed: Bort Meadows Road, Redwood Road

Staging Areas Closed: MacDonald Staging Area

Trails Closed:

• Brandon Trail Stone Bridge to Bort - Open to hiking only 
• Redtail Spur Trail
• Logger’s Loop Trail
• Mirador Trail 
• Escondido Trail
• Macdonald Trail North of Parkridge
• Big Bear Trail
• Bird Loop Trail
• Goldenrod Trail North of Anthony Chabot Equestrian Center
• Ranch Trail
• Horseshoe Trail
• Buckeye Trail
• Cascade Trail
• Columbine Trail
• Lost Ridge Trail

View Map. Updated 1/30/2023.

Del Valle Closed

Del Valle remains fully closed to all visitors due to flooding. The park is currently without power or water. Updated 1/28/2023.

Sunol Closed

Sunol remains closed to all visitors due to storm damage and landslides. Updated 1/28/2023.

Ohlone Wilderness Closed

The Park is closed to all visitors. Updated 1/28/2023.

Shady Canyon Trail Closed

Shady Canyon Trail is closed while staff works to clear large trees downed by the recent storms. View Map. Updated 1/24/2023.

Skyline Trail Partial Closure

Skyline Trail is closed between Fish Ranch Rd and Old Tunnel Road staging area due to a mudslide. The trail is closed to visitors until it can be made safe. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Biomass Conversion / Prescribed Burn

Disposal of wood debris from wildfire protection fuels reduction projects is taking place at the Anthony Chabot old marksmanship range from January 23, 2023, through March 31, 2023. The project is utilizing a specialized piece of equipment called a carbonator to dispose of debris on-site using a low-emissions combustion process that converts biomass into biochar which can be used to enhance soil health and sequester carbon.

Storm-damaged Trail

A culvert on Leona Trail near Artemisia Trail has failed and is impassible. The trail is not closed as the park can still be accessed from both sides, but the trail no longer connects and the area should be avoided for further landslide issues. View Map, Updated 1/23/2023.

Whispering Creek Trail Partially Closed

Whispering Creek Trail is closed on the east side of the Park and also the section on the west side of the Park due to storm damage. Shoreline Trail is also closed due to thick mud and fallen trees. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Wildcat Creek Trail Flooded

Approx 150ft of the Wildcat Creek Trail is closed due to flooding near the Wildcat Marsh Staging Area at the Richmond Parkway underpass. Updated 1/19/2023.

Laurel Canyon Trail Closed

The upper 0.43 miles of Laurel Canyon Trail is closed until further notice due to storm damage. Detour Map. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Foothill Staging Area Limited Access

Foothill Staging Area is open but access is limited. Foothill Road to closed from Oak Tree Farm Drive to the Foothill Staging area with access to local traffic only on Foothill Road from Bond Street to Foothill Staging Area. All other staging areas and trailheads are open. View Map. Updated 1/23/2023. 

Shady Slope Trail Closed

Sycamore Valley is open; however, the Shady Slope Trail is closed due to mudslides. Updated 1/20/2023.

Restroom Closures

Two out of the four restrooms near the North Entrance are currently closed for maintenance. Updated 1/19/2023.

Ziele Creek Trail Closed

Ziele Creek Trail in Garin is closed due to storm damage. View Map. Updated 1/18/2023.
Other trails have sustained some storm damages as well. Use caution accessing all open trails in Garin and Dry Creek Pioneer.

Storm-damaged Trails

The Chabot-to-Garin trail is open but storm-damaged. Take extra care and follow all signage on the trails. Updated 1/19/2023.

Bay Trail Closed

The Bay Trail is closed at Bayfront and Pinole Shores due to storm damage. Updated 1/18/2023.

Lake View Trail Partially Closed

The Lake View Trail is closed at the cattle pond due to storm damage. View Map. Updated 1/18/2023.

Patterson Ranch Road Open to Walk-in Visitors

Due to flooding, Patterson Ranch Road is not accessible to vehicles and is open to walk-in visitors only. Other areas of the Park are open.

Some trails in and around the marsh (Tuibun, Willow, Chochenyo, and Muskrat) remain flooded and closed. There are signs posted at closed trails. Visitors should exercise caution on any non-paved trails as they are soft and slick. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Las Trampas Storm Damage Update

Access to Las Trampas from the Bollinger Canyon Staging Area is currently closed and will reopen on Saturday, January 28, 2023. The park can be accessed from the Elderberry Trailhead, just outside of the main gate. 
Chamise Trail is closed due to mudslides.
All other Park entrances are open. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Dry Creek Garden Closed

Dry Creek Garden is closed to all visitors due to flooding until further notice. Updated 1/20/2023.

Partial closure of Skyline National Recreation Trail and service road

A section of the service road between the Sibley Staging Area and Round Top as well as the adjacent portion of the Skyline National Recreation Trail will be closed for tree work from Monday, January 30 to Friday, February 3. There will be no public access on that section of the road and trail.
The detour is via the Overlook Trail around the back of the visitor center. The remainder of Skyline National Recreation Trail and connector trails will remain open. View Park Map. Updated 1/21/2023.

Bay Area Ridge Trail Partially Closed

The Bay Area Ridge Trail is closed where it crosses San Pablo Creek.  View Map. Updated 1/20/2023.

Lafayette Staging Area Closed

Lafayette Ridge Staging Area is closed due to significant landslides. All other park entrances are open. View Map. Updated 1/18/2023.

Mudpuppy’s Dog Wash & Sit and Stay Cafe Closed

Mudpuppy’s Dog Wash and Sit and Stay Cafe will be closed until further notice due to a water outage in the area. There are temporary restrooms open at the Isabel Street staging area. The vault restrooms are open and the drinking/pet fountain is active at the Rydin Road staging area.

SF Bay Trail Partially Closed

The SF Bay Trail at Point Isabel is closed between Isabel Street and Rydin Road due to a water line break. View Map. Updated 1/14/2023.

Temescal Fishing Dock Closure

The middle fishing dock along the Lower West Shore Trail is closed due to safety concerns. View Map. Updated 1/18/2023.

Old Moraga Ranch Trail Partially Closed

The Old Moraga Ranch Trail is closed from Sanders Drive to Sanders Ranch Road, due to a landslide. Updated 1/14/2023.

West Shore Trail and Redwood Canyon Golf Course Closed

The West Shore Trail and Redwood Canyon Golf Course are closed. View Map. Updated 1/23/2023.

Trails Closures

The following trails within the park are currently closed:

• Golden Spike Trail from Toyon Trail to Bridle Trail is closed
• Golden Spike Trail between Big Bear Staging and Redwood Road is closed
• West Ridge Trail between Bridle Trail and Orchard Trail is closed 
• Toyon Trail is closed

Visitors are asked to follow all signage and take extra care in the park. View Map. Updated 1/27/2023.

Check for Park Closures

Due to storm-related park closures, please check the latest park closures at http://www.ebparks.org/alerts-closures before heading out to join a program.

Del Valle Family campgrounds and Group camps Closed

Del Valle Family campgrounds and Group camps are closed, due to storm damage, flooding, and limited road access. Please contact Reservations if you have questions about cancellations. 
Call 1-888-327-2757, option 2. *For Canadian residents, please use 510-544-2707.

Alameda Creek Trails Closed

All Alameda Creek Trail staging areas are OPEN. The Alamo Canal Trail 580 undercrossing is OPEN.

The following underpasses along the Alameda Creek Trails are CLOSED and inaccessible to the public until further notice:

• Isherwood paved (all other paved underpasses are OPEN)
• Highway 880 unpaved

The Alamo Canal Trail Dublin Blvd underpass is CLOSED due to flood damage.

Please do not attempt to traverse any closed underpasses. There can be significant flood debris, undercut/eroded trails, slippery conditions, deep mud, high water, etc. Additionally, water levels in the creek can fluctuate rapidly. Please keep back and do not attempt to go down to the water's edge. Updated 1/26/2023.

California Riding & Hiking Trail Partially Closed

The California Riding & Hiking Trail is closed from New Hampshire Drive to Pine Hollow Road in Concord due to storm damage and will be opened once the trail is safe. Updated 1/27/2023.

Lake Temescal Water Quality Conditions

• Fishing is OPEN at Temescal (Last Updated 1/25/23)
• Swimming is CLOSED for the season.
• A Caution Advisory for blue-green algae is posted. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF] 
• Monitoring Program 

Tilden Newt Migration

South Park Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic (pedestrians and bikers allowed) from November 1, 2022, to April 1, 2023, for the annual road closure for newt migration. All reservations along the road are non-reservable during this time.

Area Closure Notice - Lake Anza Lawn

Lake Anza Lawn Area is closed for a construction project. Please use alternative lawn areas at Meadows on Lone Oak Rd. The Lake Anza Trail and picnic sites are open for use. Updated 1/20/2023

Lake Anza at Tilden Park Water Quality Conditions

• The swim facility is closed for the 2022 season. NO SWIMMING.
• There are no current advisories for blue-green algae posted. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF] 
• Monitoring Program 

Trail Closure Notice - Tilden

Grizzly Peak Trail is CLOSED to equestrian traffic due to storm damage.
Selby Trail is CLOSED at the connector trail to the Merry-Go-Round. Updated 1/20/2023

Coyote Hills Parking Lot Project

The gravel parking lot located at Paseo Padre Parkway and Patterson Ranch Road is closed. View Map.
The existing lot will be replaced by a paved 100-car lot with shade, flush toilets, landscaping, EV charging, bus parking, picnic tables, and wildlife overlooks. The new parking lot is due to open in Spring 2023 and will be located further up Patterson Ranch Road and will have better pedestrian and vehicle circulation. 
To accommodate early park users, Coyote Hills staff will open the gates to the park at 7am.

Del Valle Boat Launch Water Quality Conditions

• Swimming is not allowed due to a Danger Advisory posted for blue-green algae. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swim Beach Conditions (PDF)
• Monitoring Program 

Wildcat Marsh/Landfill Loop Trail Maintenance

Possible closures along Wildcat Marsh/Landfill Loop through December 2022 due to annual trail maintenance. 

Seasonal flooding along the Wildcat Creek Trail - The trail is located at the Wildcat Marsh Staging Area off Richmond Parkway. A section of trail crosses under Richmond Parkway, alongside Wildcat Creek. This area floods annually and can often remain impassable until late spring. The flooded section of the trail is approximately 100 feet, but all other portions of this area remain open and passable.

Ferry Point Pier Removal Project - Miller Knox

The East Bay Regional Park District owns and operates Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline, including the historic Ferry Point Pier which extends into the San Francisco Bay. The wooden pier is over 100 years old and damaged and must be removed for safety.
Ferry Point Pier Project Description and FAQs (PDF) Ferry Point Pier Project Description and FAQs (Spanish) (PDF)

Construction Notice - Coyote Hills Restoration and Public Access Project

Construction will take place through Spring 2023. More information. Trails will be re-routed periodically as needed. Updated 1/20/2023.

Trail Closure Notice - Tuibun Trail

The Tuibun Trail, between Paseo Padre Parkway and the kiosk, has been re-routed due to construction work taking place through Fall 2023. View Map. Updated 1/20/2022

Contra Loma Reservoir Water Quality Conditions

• There is a Caution Advisory for blue-green algae in the reservoir at this time. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Note: The Swim Lagoon is closed for the 2022 season due to ongoing maintenance. Blue-Green Algae issues do NOT affect the Contra Loma Swim Lagoon water quality.

Lake Chabot Water Quality Conditions

• A Caution Advisory for blue-green algae is posted. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swimming is never permitted at Lake Chabot.

Area Closure Notice - Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline

• Shoreline Center
• Tidewater Outdoor Recreation Office
• Kayak Ramp at the North Doolittle Staging Area
• Right Dock (south side). Pilings are in need of replacement
• Updated 12/2/2022

Keller Beach at Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline Water Quality Conditions

• Swimming is OPEN
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF]
• Monitoring Program

Area Closure Notice - On-Going Soil Delivery and Grading Work

This project is part of the Park District’s ongoing efforts to build up the topography of the park to meet the standards of the District’s Oyster Bay Land Use Plan Amendment adopted in 2013. More information.Updated 1/20/2023.

Lago Los Osos at Quarry Lakes Park Water Quality Conditions

• A Caution Advisory is posted at Lago Los Osos. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swimming is never allowed and water contact is not permitted at Lago Los Osos.

Area Closure Notice - Soil Testing

Recent soil testing of the entire landfill detected lead in specific, localized areas around the perimeter of the north side of the park (the portion of the park located across the Hoffman Channel bridge). For your continued safety, the areas are fenced off from all public/pet access. The Park District, under oversight of the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Board, is developing a plan to restore these areas. Updated 1/20/2023.

Area Closure Notice - Shadow Cliffs

• Swim beach is closed due to low water levels. Swimming not permitted. Refreshment stand closed for 2022 season.
• Fish plants on hold for 2022 season.
• No watercraft of any kind will be permitted to launch until further notice.
• Please help keep invasive mussels out of our water.
• Read more about mandatory watercraft inspections and the Invasive Mussel.
• Updated 12/2/2022

Trail Closure Notice - Lake Trail

Lake Trail is closed due to terrain damage. Updated 1/20/2023.

Shadow Cliffs Lake Water Quality Conditions

• Swimming is CLOSED for the 2022 season due to low water levels. NO SWIMMING.
• There are no current advisories for blue-green algae posted. See the Blue-Green Algae Information page for additional details.
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF]
• Monitoring Program 

Trail Closure Notice - Trail & Staging Area

The Wilcox Station Staging Area and McCosker Loop Trail will be CLOSED for construction, from June 2020 to Spring 2023, for creek restoration and public access enhancements. The project restores over 3,000 feet of creek habitat, including daylighting 2,800 feet, previously culverted underground. Updated 1/20/2023.

Area Closure Notice - ADA Pier

Until further notice, the ADA pier at Quarry Lakes is CLOSED due to low lake water levels. Updated 12/2/2022.

Shinn Pond at Alameda County Trails Water Quality Conditions

• A Caution Advisory for blue-green algae is posted. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swimming is never allowed at Shinn Pond.

Horseshoe Lake / Niles Swim Beach Water Quality Conditions

• The Niles Swim Area is Closed 
• There is a Danger advisory posted for blue-green algae. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF] 
• Monitoring Program

Trail Closure Notice - Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail

Until further notice, the Valle Vista to Westchester section of the Lafayette Moraga Trail is CLOSED.  This closure only affects the last half-mile on the Moraga end. The remaining 7 miles from Lafayette into Moraga is open for normal trail activity. Updated 1/20/2023.

Reporting Swimmer's Itch

To report cases of Swimmer's Itch please call Alameda County Environmental Health (510) 567-6700 or East Bay Park's Water Management 510-544-2328

Trail Closure Notice - Carquinez Overlook Trail

The northern spur of the Carquinez Overlook Trail that runs through the Eucalyptus grove is closed due to hazardous trees and unsafe trail conditions.
The Access road from the end of Prospect Ave is closed due to hazardous trees and unsafe trail conditions.
Map of trail closures. Updated 12/2/2022.

Crown Beach Regional Shoreline Water Quality Conditions

• The beach is OPEN for swimming
• Swim Beach Conditions [PDF]
• Monitoring Program 

Trail Closure - Briones to Las Trampas Trail

The Briones to Las Trampas Trail from Golden Gate Way to Moraga Blvd. in downtown Lafayette is closed until further notice. Updated 1/20/2023.

Big Break Regional Shoreline Water Quality Conditions

• There is a Caution Advisory posted for blue-green algae at Big Break. See Blue-Green Algae Information for additional details.

Area Closure Notice - Roberts Pool

Roberts Pool is closed through Spring 2023 for facility upgrades, renovation, and replacement. More info. Updated 1/20/2023.