Parks near Contra Costa County
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Big Break Regional Park
Oakley
Big Break Regional Shoreline, part of the so-called “Inland Coast” at the mouth of the massive San Francisco/San Joaquin river…
Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve
San Ramon
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California, dogs at…
Briones Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Although Briones Regional Park is close to Pleasant Hill, Concord, Martinez, Lafayette and Walnut Creek, there are peaks within it…
Carquinez Strait Regional Park
Martinez
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline comprises 1,415 acres of bluffs and shoreline along Carquinez Scenic Drive between the town of Crockett…
Contra Costa Canal Trail
Pleasant Hill
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District which is one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California,
Crockett Hills Regional Park
Crockett
Part of the East Bay Regional Park District, the 1,939 acres of Crockett Hills Regional Park were likely hunting and…
Diablo Foothills Regional Park
Pleasant Hill
Diablo Foothills Regional Park is the gateway to the parklands of Mount Diablo State Park and Walnut Creek Open Space.…
John Muir Land Trust
Pleasant Hill
The John Muir Land Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of critical natural lands and open spaces…
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
El Sobrante
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a comfortable setting for either small…
Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline
Richmond
The 307-acre Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline in Richmond, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, offers a beautifully landscaped shoreline…
Paso Nogal Open Space and Dog Park
Pleasant Hill
Paso Nogal Park features approximately 63 acres of scenic hiking trails (dogs on leash welcome), picnic areas and two fenced dog…
Pleasant Hill Park
Pleasant Hill
Pleasant Hill Park, located in the heart of Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, within the East Bay Area, offers a…
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BART Linear Park
Concord
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Linear Park is located on Port Chicago Highway between Salvio Street and the North Concord BART Station…
Bayview Trail
San Pablo
With comfortably rocked paths, and friendly visits from the local wild life, the Bayview Trail will take you right along…
Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve
Antioch
As part of the East Bay Regional Park District, one of the most dog-friendly park districts in California, dogs must…
Brazil Quarry Park
Concord
The 4-acre Brazil Quarry Park is at the end of Kent Way off Sutherland in Concord. This park includes an…
Cambridge Park
Concord
The 10-acre Cambridge Park is on the east side of Victory Lane and adjacent to Cambridge Elementary School in Concord.
Concord Community Park
Concord
The 30-acre Concord Community Park is located off the north side of Cowell Road between Hale Drive and Sheridan Road…
Dave Brubeck Park
Concord
Dave Brubeck Park is an 8-acre park on north side of Concord Boulevard between Mendocino Drive and Denkinger Road, next…
Ellis Lake Park
Concord
Ellis Lake Park is a 10-acre park in Concord featuring rolling turf and a paved path around the lake, which…
Highlands Park
Concord
Highlands Park is located next to Highlands School off the north side of Pine Hollow Road between Pennsylvania Boulevard and…
Hillcrest Community Park
Concord
Hillcrest Community Park, located at Grant Street and Olivera Road in Concord, spans 26-acres and features athletic fields for softball,…
Iron Horse Park Trail
Concord
Iron Horse Park is located on Solano Way between Hilltop Road and Olivera Road in Concord. This .18-acre park features…
Len Hester Park
Concord
Len Hester Park is located at the corner of Hookston Road and Hampton Drive in Concord.
Markham Nature Park and Arboretum
Concord
Markham Nature Park and Arboretum is a dog-friendly 17-acre island full of natural beauty near the heart of downtown Concord.
Meadow Homes Park
Concord
Meadow Homes Park is located at the northwest corner of Sunshine Drive and Detroit Avenue, next to Meadow Homes School…
Memorial Park
San Ramon
Memorial Park, located in San Ramon within Contra Costa County’s East Bay Area, offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts…
Mount Diablo State Park
Walnut Creek
Mount Diablo is a dominant topographic feature in northern California. It was established in 1851 as the initial point of…
Mount Wanda
Martinez
When John Muir explored the terrain around his Martinez home, he often took his daughters Wanda and Helen with him.…
Newhall Community Park
Concord
The 126-acre Newhall Community Park can be found along Galindo Creek east of Treat Boulevard in Concord.
Orinda Oaks Park
Orinda
Orinda's 12-acre hidden treasure, located on Moraga Way between Hall and Ivy Drives, is the perfect spot for family, team,…
Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
Pleasanton
The Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park 5,271-acre open space is centered on an oak-covered ridge overlooking Pleasanton and the Livermore Valley…
Point Pinole Road
San Pablo
Does a view of the bay, access to play, picnic and fishing areas sound good to you? Then join the…
Point San Pablo Yacht Harbor
Richmond
Point San Pablo Yacht Harbor is located just outside the historic town of Point Richmond and through the “Village of Point…
Rick Seers Neighborhood Park
Concord
Rick Seers Neighborhood Park is located on northeast side of Sierra Road between Fox Meadow and Fox Way in Concord.
San Pablo Recreation Area
El Sobrante
San Pablo Recreation area is an East Bay gem, which offers opportunities to view the lake from picnic spots. Near…
Sky Ranch
Martinez
Overlooking Suisun Bay and with glorious views of Mt. Diablo, this extraordinary property nestled in the hills southwest of Martinez…
Sycamore Valley Open Space Regional Preserve
Danville
Sycamore Valley Regional Open Space Regional Preserve, part of the dog-friendly East Bay Regional Park District, occupies two major ridges…
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West Hills Farm
Martinez
JMLT recently purchased 44 acres adjacent to Mount Wanda, and part of the John Muir National Historic Site. If not…
Ygnacio Valley Park
Concord
The 9.5-acre Ygnacio Valley Park is located at the northeast corner of Oak Grove Road and David Avenue in Concord.