Briones Picnic Areas - Lafayette / Martinez

There are three (3) reservable sites at Briones Regional Park. Beer and wine are allowed without a permit.
For Picnic Reservations, please call our Reservations Department. Phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (888-327-2757), option 2.  

• Crow Picnic Area (50 person capacity)
• Newt Hollow Picnic Area (150 person capacity) 
• Oak Grove Picnic Area (50 person capacity)

Picnic Sites

Crow Picnic Area (50 person capacity)

Maximum site capacity is 50
Five 12-ft picnic tables, one 10-ft serving table, two double BBQs, and one drinking fountain
Parking lot is 100 yards from site - a wagon is recommended to transport heavy items.

ADA Accessiblity: ADA accessible site. Accessible Restroom 100 feet from site

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Newt Hollow Picnic Area (150 person capacity)

Maximum site capacity is 150
Thirteen 10-ft picnic tables, one bench, two double BBQs, three single BBQs and one drinking fountain with spigot
A popular site for weddings, it is well shaded by large oak trees and has a platform often used for small wedding ceremonies.
It is located near the Bear Creek entrance to the park. Two chemical toilets are 200 yards from site.

ADA Accessiblity: 

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Oak Grove Picnic Area (50 person capacity)

Maximum site capacity is 50
Five 10-ft picnic tables, one 10-ft serving table, one double BBQs. There is one drinking fountain with spigot 25 yards from the site.
The site is located at the Bear Creek entrance to park at the edge of a large meadow next to a steep creek bank. Horseshoe pits and volleyball standards available - bring your own equipment. Shady or Partially Shaded.

ADA Accessiblity: 

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