Diablo Range District
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Welcome to the Diablo Range District!
There are 21 districts in the California State Park System, which is headquartered in Sacramento. The Diablo Range District contains 21 park units and reaches 12 of the state's counties. Our district also facilitates off-road recreation in 2 of the state's 9 State Vehicular Recreation Areas.
Map of the District
Our Park Units
15751 Tesla Road
Livermore, CA 94550
This park has not been opened to the public yet. Stay updated on developments for the park property on the Alameda-Tesla Plan website.
1 Buchanan Street
Albany, CA 94710
Albany State Marine Reserve is a section of water located at the north end of Mclaughlin Eastshore State Park. A state marine reserve is the highest level marine protected area which means that all natural features and wildlife are legally protected here.
115 West G Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-3385
Fischer Hanlon House
135 West G Street
Benicia, CA 94510
Hours
Open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Fees
Adults $3.00
Children (6-17yrs old) $2.00
Children 5 and under free
Dogs are NOT allowed.
Partners
Benicia Capitol State Historic Park is supported by the Benicia State Parks Association.
1 State Park Road
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 648-1911
Hours
Open daily 8am - Sunset
Dogs are allowed.
Partners
Benicia State Recreation Area is supported by the Benicia State Parks Association.
13638 Christensen Rd
Byron, CA 94514
(925) 447-0426
Hours
The park is open every day from sunrise to sunset.
Fees
- $10.00 parking
- $7.00 boat launch
- $1.00 discount for vehicle day use for persons 62 years of age or older
Dogs are allowed at the park.
Boating
- Boat launch near main parking lot
- Speed limit is 5 mph
- Small boats, canoe, kayak, catamarans, sailboarders are allowed
Fishing
Persons age 16 and older must carry a valid fishing license.
Bicycling
The California Aqueduct Bikeway is a popular cycling Trail.
17645 CA-160
Rio Vista, CA 94571
(916) 777-4004
Hours
Open daily 8am - Sunset
Camping
Visitors can reserve campsites up to six months in advance on the Reserve California website.
Dogs are allowed.
Partners
Brannan Island State Recreation Area is operated by a concessionaire, Park Delta Bay.
18600 West Corral Hollow Road
Tracy, CA 95376
(925) 447-9027
Hours
8 am - 8 pm - Summer
8 am - 7 pm - Spring/Fall
8 am - 6 pm - Winter
7 days a week
Fees
Day use is $5.00. Camping is $10.00 per night and per vehicle.
Dogs are allowed on a tended 6 foot leash or confined in an enclosed vehicle, tent, or pen. Dogs, other than service animals, are prohibited on all motorized trails.
Partners
Carnegie SVRA's store is run by a concessionaire, MotoMart.
South of River Road
Locke, CA 95690
(925) 673-2891
Hours
Park hours are from sunrise to one hour after sunset.
(925) 447-0426
Franks Tract State Recreation Area is only accessible by water and is located southeast of Brannan Island between False River and Bethel Island. Very few land forms remain exposed, with the exception of remnant levees.
Due to the limited access, exposure to strong winds and shallow fluctuating water levels, recreational use is by anglers and waterfowl hunters.
San Juan Canyon Road off Hwy. 156
San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
(831) 623-4526
Observatory phone number:
(831) 623-2465
Hours
Open 8am to 1/2 hour after sunset.
Fees
Day Use parking fee $6 per car.
Camping fee $25 per night (Includes one car).
Dogs are permitted in the park, but NOT allowed on trails.
Partners
The Fremont Peak Obsrvatory Association helps us maintain the Fremont Peak observatory.
Main Coe Ranch Entrance and Visitor Center
9000 E Dunne Ave
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 779-2728
Hunting Hollow Entrance in Gilroy
4826 Gilroy Hot Springs Road
Gilroy, CA 95020
(Not staffed, day-use fee registration by cash or check only.)
Dowdy Ranch Entrance
Off Highway 152
Hollister, CA
Hours
Main Coe Ranch and Hunting Hollow park entrances are always open, 365 days a year including holidays. The Dowdy Ranch entrance is open daily 8 AM to 6 PM, but can be closed due to rain.
Day Use Fees
- Coe Ranch Entrance $8
- Dowdy Ranch Entrance $8
- Hunting Hollow Entrance $6
- Senior Rate is $1 less
Camping Fees
Visitors can reserve campsites up to six months in advance on the Reserve California website.
- Drive in campsite $20 per night, which includes 1 vehicle. Additional Vehicle Fee is $8 per night. Senior Rate is $2 less per night.
- Manzanita Point Group Camp $75 per night, which includes 2 vehicles. Additional group vehicles is $8 per night. Total 5 vehicles maximum.
- Backpacking is $5 per person per night. Hike/Bike (backpack) Vehicle Fee $8 per night at Coe Ranch and Dowdy Entrances. Hunting Hollow Entrance is $6 per night.
- Horse Camp $25 per night, which includes 1 vehicle and 2 horses. Additional vehicle fee is $8 per night. Additional horse fee is $5 per night.
Max. Trailer Lengths
Trailer: Up to 20 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 22 Feet
Dogs allowed ONLY at the Coe Ranch Entrance in the Coe Ranch Campground, paved areas, and the ½-mile Live Oak Trail that connects the visitor center to the Entrance Parking Lot. If camping in the Coe Ranch Campground, dogs must be with you in your tent or vehicle at night. Dogs NOT allowed anywhere else inside the park, which includes the Manzanita Point Hike-In Group Camps, Blue Oak Equestrian/Hike-In Group Camp, Poverty Flat Hike-In Group Camp, Hunting Hollow Entrance, and Dowdy Entrance.
Partners
Henry W. Coe SP is supported by the Pine Ridge Association.
7800 Cienega Road
Hollister, CA 95023
(831) 637-3874
Hours
Open 365 days a year. Vehicle operation and day use is from sunrise to sunset
Fees
Day Use $5 per vehicle.
Camping $10 per vehicle per night
Red Sticker Operation
OPEN October 1 through May 31.
Closed June 1 through September 31.
Dogs are allowed on leash in day use areas, camping areas, the Nature Area, and Mudstone Ranch.
Partners
Hollister Hills SVRA is supported by the Hollister Hills Off-Road Association.
7000 Del Valle Rd
Livermore, CA 94550
(510) 562-7275
East Bay Regional Park District operates Lake Del Valle SRA. Please visit their website for additional information.
13916 Main St.
Locke, CA 95690
(916) 776-1661
Hours
Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Fees
Dogs are NOT allowed.
Partners
The Locke Boarding House Museum is supported and operated by the Locke Foundation.
(925) 673-2891
This park unit was obtained by Califronia State Parks thorugh the efforts of concerned citizens as well as the Trust for Public Land and other entities, although it is currently not open to the public.
In a collaborative partnership, California State Parks and the City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department participated in a joint planning process to plan the future development of the park.
5283 Snell Ave
San Jose, CA 95136
Martial Cottle Park State Recreation Area is run by Santa Clara County Parks. Please visit the Santa Clara County Park webpage for more information.
McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
Berkeley, CA 94720
East Bay Regional Park District operates McLaughlin Eastshore SP. Please visit the East Bay Regional Parks page for more information.
Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve is located at the south end of McLaughlin Eastshore State Park.
3308 Powell St
Emeryville, CA 94608
Mailing Address
Mount Diablo State Park
96 Mitchell Canyon Road
Clayton, CA 94517
North Gate Road Entrance
1300 North Gate Road
Walnut Creek, 94598
(Concord / Walnut Creek)
Vehicle Entrance Fee $10.00
Cash/Check (anytime) & Credit/Debit (when kiosk staffed)
South Gate Road Entrance
2675 Mt. Diablo Scenic Boulevard
Blackhawk, 94506
(Danville)
Vehicle Entrance Fee $10.00
Cash/Check (anytime) & Credit/Debit (when kiosk staffed)
Macedo Ranch Staging Area
3756 Green Valley Road
Alamo, 94507
(no vehicle access to the Summit)
Vehicle Entrance Fee $6.00
Cash/Check Only
Mitchell Canyon Staging Area
96 Mitchell Canyon Road
Clayton, 94517
(no vehicle access to the Summit)
Vehicle Entrance Fee $6.00
Cash/Check Only
Hours
Gates open 8:00am and close at sunset.
Visitors should plan to be in their vehicles by sunset and headed out to avoid being locked in
Camping
Visitors can reserve campsites up to six months in advance on the Reserve California website.
Max. Trailer Lengths
Trailer: Up to 20 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 20 Feet
Dogs are NOT permitted on trails, fire roads or in park buildings. Dogs are allowed only in developed areas of the park. They must be kept on a leash during the day and in an enclosed vehicle or tent at night.
Partners
Mount Diablo SP is supported by two organizations: Mount Diablo Interpretive Association and Save Mount Diablo. The park also has a concessionaire, Pereira Ranch, that runs a historic ranch in the park. Click on the logo of our Mount Diablo partners to visit their webpage.
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Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
8th Street, Otis Drive,
Alameda, CA 94501
East Bay Regional Park District operates Robert W. Crown Memorial SB. Please visit the East Bay Regional Parks page for more information.
19 Franklin St.
San Juan Bautista, CA 95045
(831) 623-4881
Hours
The park is open every day from 10am to 4:30pm.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
Fees
Dogs are NOT allowed at the park.
Partners
San Juan Buatista SHP is supported by the Plaza History Association.
1624 Hood-Franklin Road
Elk Grove, CA 95757
Stone Lake Park Property is operated by the County of Sacramento.
Please visit the webpage of Sacramento County Regional Parks or U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service for more information.
