The Ecological Benefits Of Fire Fuel Reduction

Our fire fuel reduction projects provide immediate safety benefits to neighboring communities. But did you know they provide long-term ecological benefits, as well?

Flood Park Final Revised EIR To Be Presented To Board of Supervisors

On November 5, the Flood Park Final Revised Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be presented to the Board of Supervisors. 

Board of Supervisors Accepts Community Advisory Committee’s Vision

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has accepted the Vision Document provided by the Tunitas Creek Beach Community Advisory Committee. Project consultants have been selected.

Flood Park Landscape Plan Draft Revised EIR Released For Review

A Draft Revised EIR for the Flood County Park Landscape Plan has been released for a 45-day public review period. A public meeting is scheduled for September 17.

Notice of Preparation for a Revision to the Flood Park EIR

In response to concerns raised by neighbors to the Flood Park EIR we will be conducting further analysis. See the scope and content of a forthcoming EIR revision and send us your feedback by June 7.

Dog Pilot Program At Coyote Point

As of June 15, 2019, dogs will be allowed on leash in designated and posted trails and areas in Coyote Point Recreation Area as part of the San Mateo County Park’s dog pilot program.

$3 Million in Coastal Conservancy Grant Funds for Tunitas Planning & Design

The Board of Supervisors has accepted $3 million in grant funding from the California State Coastal Conservancy which will be used to facilitate the planning, permitting and design of visitor amenities at Tunitas Creek Beach.

Addition Of Fitness Zone Tops List Of Coyote Point Park Features

There are countless ways to experience Coyote Point Recreation Area—ride a bike on the San Francisco Bay Trail, play on any of the three playgrounds, plan a picnic, and add a visit to CuriOdyssey. The recently opened Fitness Zone at Coyote Point expands visitor options in a very healthy way.

Dog Work Group Begins December 3

The Dog Work Group began work on December 3 to review new actions regarding dog recreational use and to begin developing pilot programs.

Dog Ordinance Changes Approved

On Oct 23, the SMC Board of Supervisors took the first step to amend County ordinance sections governing dog recreation in San Mateo County Parks.

Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail Project Survey & Information Meetings

In addition to our recent informational meetings about the Ohlone-Portola Heritage Trail, we've conducted an on-line survey to gauge interest in the project.

A New Way To Pay At San Mateo County Parks

San Mateo County Parks has installed machines at three park locations that make it easier for park visitors to pay the $6 entrance fee using cash, debit and credit cards. The three locations are San Bruno Mountain Park, Junipero Serra Park and Coyote Point Recreation Area.