Don Castro Regional Recreation Area

Don Castro Swim Lagoon

Fees

FREE under 1 year
$2.00 age 1-15
$3.00 age 16-61
$2.00 seniors 62+ or disabled

$5 Parking Fee

Hours

Closed for the Season

Address

22400 Woodroe Ave, Hayward, CA 94541

Phone

(510) 544-3073

Venue Activities

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Swimming

Located in Don Castro Regional Recreation Area, swimming in the chlorinated swim lagoon is a main attraction from the end of May through September. There is a bathhouse with shower, vending machines, a sandy beach and large lawn areas. Swimming is allowed only when lifeguards are on duty.

Several picnic tables and charcoal BBQs are available for use inside the swim area on a first-come, first-serve basis. No alcohol and no glass containers are allowed. Portable gas grills are allowed, but not on the beach nor on the grass. Check fire restrictions before you visit.

Entry Fees

There is a beach access fee - Ages 16-61 $3; Ages 1-15 and Seniors $2; Under 1 free. Beach wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. See Park Accessibility on Don Castro park page for more information.

Group Swimming

Group Swim Procedure

Pre-register

Optional Pre-registration weekends and holidays only. Pre-register.

Swim Capacity

Once the swim facility capacity is reached, there will be no new entries allowed for the remainder of the day (or at the discretion of the Park Supervisor), for the safety of the public. Please take this into consideration when planning your visit.