High Fire Risk Period, Nov 5 & 6
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Nov 5–6. Campfires are not be permitted, nor are BBQs at drop-in picnic sites. Some parks will be closed while others may have closed trails or areas.
No Campfires or Drop-in BBQs at Junipero Park, Nov 5 & 6
On Nov 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, visitors to Junipero Serra Park are restricted from having campfires or using BBQs in drop-in picnic areas.
No Campfires and Charcoal BBQs Only at San Pedro Valley Park, Nov 5 & 6
On November 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, campfires are not permitted in San Pedro Valley Park. In reserved sites BBQs are restricted to charcoal only—no wood fires.
No Campfires or Drop-in BBQs at Memorial Park, Nov 5 & 6
On Nov 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, visitors to Memorial Park are restricted from having campfires or using BBQs in drop-in picnic areas.
No Drop-in BBQs at Edgewood Park, Nov 5 & 6
On Nov 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, BBQs are not permitted in the drop-in picnic area of Edgewood Park.
No Campfires or Drop-in BBQs at Huddart Park, Nov 5 & 6
On Nov 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, visitors to Huddart Park are restricted from having campfires or using BBQs in drop-in picnic areas.
Quarry Park Closed, Nov 5 & 6
Quarry Park will be closed November 5 & 6 in response to a Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service.
Coyote Point Recreation Area Closures
No BBQs in Drop-in Picnic Areas and Knoll Area closed, Nov 5 & 6. Magic Mountain Playground Closed, Nov 7. Ongoing closures at Coyote Point Recreation Area include the Beach Center, trails, and a restroom in the Eucalyptus area of the park.
San Bruno Mountain Park Closures
Intermittent Trail Closures on Ridge & Saddle Area, Sep 16–Nov 1. Brief Delays on Trail Near Main Parking Lot Until Nov 1.
Crystal Springs Regional Trail Closures
The northern portion of the Sawyer Camp segment will be closed through December 2024.
Cowell-Purisima Trail Closed Morning of Nov 6
On the morning of Wednesday, November 6, Cowell-Purisima Trail, including its restroom and parking lot, will be closed for agricultural use. 
Huddart Park Closures
Toyon Campground is closed and without water.
Junipero Serra Park Closures
Upper Portion of the park closed to vehicles, Nov 4–6. See more trail and area closures including Big Slides in the Meadow View playground.
Sam McDonald Park Trail Closures
Work continues on a project to enhance public safety by maintaining already existing fuel breaks and shaded fuel breaks along a 4.3-mile network of fire roads in Sam McDonald Park. Trails in the work area will be closed on weekdays.
Completion of New Flood Park Facilities Nears; Saturday Work Continues
To finish construction of the multi-use sports field and sports courts, crews are scheduled to continue work on Saturdays, Oct 19 through Nov 16. On Nov 4 –22, the entire park will be closed, including the pump track.
Bicycle Sunday Canceled on Holiday Weekends
Bicycle Sunday, the weekly event that allows for non-motorized use of Cañada Road along Crystal Springs Regional Trail, will be canceled during holiday weekends to meet increased staffing needs at other parks in the area.
No Campfires or Drop-in BBQs at Sam McDonald Park, Nov 5 & 6
On Nov 5 & 6, as a safety precaution due to a Red Flag Warning of high fire danger, visitors to Sam McDonald Park are restricted from having campfires or using BBQs in drop-in picnic areas.
Pescadero Creek Park Trail Closures
The area south and west of the park, which was burned by the CZU Lightning Complex Fire, remains closed. Other trails remain closed due to storm damage.
Tennis Court Surfacing Begins at Flood Park
Flood Park Construction Activity Planned for Saturday, September 28
Construction crews on site Sat., Sep 28; early pump track closure continues
Work at Flood Park Planned for Sep 21, Early Pump Track Closure Continues
Realize Flood Park construction crews are scheduled to be in the park Saturday, Sep. 21. Early closure of the pump track at 5 p.m. will continue to Sunday, Oct. 6.
Buy Firewood Where You Burn It and Protect the Forests You Love!
When you bring firewood from outside the park to your campsite, you may also be transporting invasive pests or diseases that can harm the park you’re visiting. Do your part to protect our forests.
Flood Park Pump Track Closing Time is now 5pm
The Flood Park Pump Track, which has remained open while renovations are made at Flood Park, will now close early at 5:00 P.M.
If You Encounter a Coyote . . .
Coyotes are rarely aggressive towards humans. Here are some tips for what to do if you encounter one.
Flood Park Closes April 8 as Park Renovation Begins
Beginning Monday, April 8, Flood County Park will be closed as demolition begins prior to construction of the first phase of the Realize Flood Park project.
Memorial Park Trail Closures
Trillium Nature Trail in Memorial Park is closed, from trail markers 3 to 5, due to a large fir tree that fell in the March 2023 storms and blocked the trail.
Use Caution on Beaches and Bluffs
Wet weather can cause bluffs to become unstable. Visitors should remain clear of the bluff edge and should not walk on the beach directly below bluffs.
Parking Lot Safety
Park staff patrol parking lots, but taking your own precautions against theft is always advised. Familiarize yourself with precautions you can take to protect your valuables and vehicle.
Be Aware Of Illegal Trails
The Department has observed and received reports of numerous trails in Quarry Park that have been built without permission and therefore are not according to Department trail standards. In addition, signage made to appear as formal Department signs have been nailed to trees.
Avoid Ticks
Ticks are parasitic arachnids that wait in vegetation or on rocks or logs for an animal or human to brush up against them. Once contact is made the tick will attach to its host by anchoring into the skin using hook-like mouthparts. Ticks may carry diseases transmittable to humans such as Lyme Disease and should be avoided.
Health Warnings for County Recreational Waters
Prepare for your park visit by knowing about bacteria warnings in county recreational waters, provided San Mateo County Environmental Health.
Edgewood Park Safety and Parking Tips
Make your trip to Edgewood Park safe and enjoyable by being cautious of fast-moving cars on Edgewood Road and avoiding parking difficulties.
Quarry Park Overlook Closed
The overlook above Quarry Park's quarry face is remains closed until further notice due to exposed footings.