Don Castro Regional Park
About this place
Park in California (Northern). Grilling rules vary by fuel type — confirm before you go.
Good to know
Hours
- 5:00 AM–10:00 PMPark general hours (closed 10pm-5am)
- 8:00 AM–8:00 PMParking Lot, November - February
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PMParking Lot, March - October
Fees
- Free per personLagoon Access Fee, under 2 years
- $3 per personLagoon Access Fee, age 2-17
- $3 per personLagoon Access Fee, age 62+ or disabled
- $5 per personLagoon Access Fee, age 18-61
- $5 per trailerJune-September weekends and holidays only
- $5 per vehicleJune-September weekends and holidays only
- $25 per busJune-September weekends and holidays only
What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Don Castro Regional Park?
Grilling rules at Don Castro Regional Park aren't stated on its official page. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Is there a fee at Don Castro Regional Park?
Yes — fees apply. For example, Free per person · Lagoon Access Fee, under 2 years. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Don Castro Regional Park?
Allowed; Swim Area open 11am-5:30pm (swimming closes at 5:30pm, gates close at 6pm). Open weekends and holidays: May 16–Sept. 27. Open Monday through Friday: June 1–Aug. 14. Swim season ends on September 27.
Are dogs allowed?
No animals except ADA-trained service dogs are allowed in the swim area.
What are the hours at Don Castro Regional Park?
5:00 AM–10:00 PM · Park general hours (closed 10pm-5am); 8:00 AM–8:00 PM · Parking Lot, November - February; 8:00 AM–10:00 PM · Parking Lot, March - October.

