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What's Happening!

The County Parks listed here are currently not heavily impacted and feature road-width trails. Park in main parking lots to avoid overcrowded trailhead parking on weekends.

COVID-19: PHYSICAL DISTANCING ON COUNTY PARK TRAILS

Do not use park trails if you are exhibiting symptoms. Do not use County Parks as a place for social gathering. Share the trail, warn others of your presence and as you pass. Observe a minimum social distancing of 6' at all times.

OHV Grant for Metcalf Motorcycle County Park

Santa Clara County Parks has submitted a preliminary application for a California State Parks OHMV state grant for funds to support ground operations, law enforcement, and safety and education at Metcalf Motorcycle County Park. The County and State are seeking comments from the public and stakeholders on the grant application during the period March 4 through May 4. To access the grant applications for review, click HERE. All public comments will be considered prior to submitting the final application.

Uvas Canyon County Park Reservations

Reservations will be required for day use parking on weekends and holidays beginning January 4, 2020 through July 5, 2020. Please visit http://gooutsideandplay.org/ or call 408-355-2201 to make your reservation.

Our Commitment to the Community

In 2018 the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors adopted the Parks Department’s Strategic Plan which guides Department investments for the next ten years. Read the Executive Summary for the highlights of this exciting plan to serve all the residents of Santa Clara County and protect our precious natural and cultural resources.

2018 Visitor Survey

94% of Santa Clara County Parks’ visitors are satisfied with their experience in the parks. Check out our Report to the Community to learn who park users are, what they do at parks and their desires for the future.

A 6-minute video highlighting Santa Clara County Park's legacy of providing outstanding recreational opportunities in beautiful natural locations

Features include nature, historical sites, outdoor recreation, and the people behind parks.

Parks donation program

Santa Clara County Parks & Recreation Department accepts charitable donations to restore and improve our renowned open spaces. Trees, benches, shade structures and other items make great gifts to both your beneficiary and your favorite park.