Ward Creek Park Property

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The Park is currently OPEN.

Reservations

Contact Number

(530) 525-9528

Park Accessibility Information

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Park Hours

c/o Sierra District
PO Box 266
Tahoma CA 96142-0266

Park Activities

Are Dogs Allowed?

Yes
Dogs allowed in developed areas only, which include campsites, paved roads and paths, dirt fire roads, and paved parking areas. Dogs allowed in developed picnic areas and day use areas. Dogs not allowed on beaches or dirt trails.

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Geocaching

Trail Use

Hiking Trails

Park Facilities

EV Information

E-Bike Locations
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EV Charger Locations

Other Facilities & Visitor Information

Parking

The purpose of the Ward Creek property, in Placer County, is to preserve and protect an area of undeveloped upland forest and meadowland south of Ward Creek, located on the west side of the Lake Tahoe Basin. The property includes frontage on Ward Creek and provides regional open space which offers connections to other public forest and recreation areas.