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Castro Valley Citizens for
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Lake Chabot
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Anthony Chabot Regional Park or Lake Chabot, as those of us who are long
time residents of Castro Valley like to call it - is one of the best guarded
secrets of our community. Although the park traverses numerous East Bay
cities the Castro Valley entrance on Lake Chabot Road provides a quick
transition from city to mountain hideaway in just a short drive from any
location within Castro Valley. Considering our population it is amazing the
isolation one can achieve with just a short stroll down either side of the
picturesque lake. Additional information about Lake Chabot and its related
activities can be found by clicking on the following link:
Anthony Chabot Regional
Park
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Lake Chabot Hiking Trails
If you want to try a 10K (6.21 mile) run or walk this is a
great one. You may park on the street or down in the lot for a fee. After
you enter the park off Lake Chabot Road, head toward the East side (to the
right) of the lake. At a four way intersection you will see a sign board
with a map and park information. This is the starting point for your
walk/run. Head down hill across a small bridge with a small par course on
the right. Make a left and continue past a small duck pond on the left and
then past a road heading toward the marina (you stay straight). Continue on
this paved road for several miles. The lake on your left surrounded by local
flora and fauna -- is beautiful.
After approximately 1.7 miles the paved road ends at a large
metal gate. Many people stop at this point and head back. If you can keep
going you will see the remote areas of the trip. Keep going past the gate
(you are now on the Cameron Loop Trail) until you see a great old bridge on
the left. Once across the bridge, your surroundings change and you seem to
be in some isolated area totally outside of the city. The road is dirt and
easy to follow. You will quickly arrive at a four way junction - stay to the
left on Honker Bay Trail. The next marker will be the junction with Huck's
Trail (a toilet is available on the left). You are almost there -- Keep
following the trail and you will come to a small boat dock where the trail
heads right up a very steep hill to the right. This is the 3.1 mile spot or
half of a 10K. Stop at the dock and look across at the East Shore and the
area already traveled -- it seems a lot longer from this side. After a short
rest head back to complete your full 10K (6.3 mile) trek.
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Castro Valley Community Center
Castro Valley Community
Center (18988 Lake Chabot Road) is an all purpose park located
on a wide expanse of land that covers a multiple block area
from Seven Hills Road to Lake Chabot Road. It is not only a
green hideaway in the city but a focal point for numerous
activities. The Chanticleers Theater calls the park its home
-- offering year around plays at reasonable prices. The
Community Center itself faces Lake Chabot Road and schedules
events and activities throughout the year. In addition you can
enjoy the picnic facilities, barbecues, play areas, parking,
tennis courts, basketball court, horseshoe courts, softball
field and even a snack bar. For additional information please
call (510) 881-6700.
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Earl Warren Park
Earl Warren Park located at 4660 Crow
Canyon, Castro Valley provides a pleasant relief within
ear shot of freeways and major thorough fares. It is used
by several dog clubs for shows and meetings and is a
favorite dog walking area for the locals. It has Picnic
Tables, Barbecues, Play Area, Parking Lot, Rest Rooms,
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Carlos Bee Park
1905 Carlos Bee Park
might be considered on the cusp of Castro Valley. It is
located at 1905 Grove Way. It has one of the most
picturesque entries of any of our parks. Once past the
secluded entry way one more local park becomes available.
It has Picnic Tables, Group Picnic Area, Barbecues and a
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Deerview Park
Dearview
Park was constructed to provide a park and recreational
area for the new Columbia Developments. The park is is
located at 5780 Thousand Oaks. There is a swimming pool
attached to the park but sorry, it is for members only.
The park has picnic tables, picnic areas, barbeques,
basketball courts and a par course |
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Cull Canyon Park
Cull Canyon Park is located
near the junction of Heyer and Cull Canyon. This park is noted
primarily for its award winning 1.5 acre swim lagoon. The swim
complex is open from Easter until after Labor Day. (Call
510-636-1684 for information). There is a fee to enter the swim area.
The area around the swim lagoon provides additional picnic tables,
hiking trails and the Cull Canyon Reservoir loaded with bass, catfish
and sunfish.
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Greenridge Park
Greenridge
provide a park for both the new and established
communities in the Greenridge area (6108 Greenridge
Road). It has picnic tables, barbeques, play area,
hiking and riding trails, tennis courts and to top it off
a beautiful view.
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Palomares Hills Park
Palomares
Hills is another Castro Valley community park constructed
primarily for the local sub community of Palomares but
available to all of Castro Valley. It is located at 7050
Palomares Hills. Just head up toward Palomares and it is
on the left near the top of the hill. It has Picnic
Tables, Group Picnic Areas, Barbecues, Play Area, Ball
Fields, Soccer Fields, Snack Bar, Rest Rooms an Open Lawn
Area and a Par Course
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Parsons Park
Parsons
Park is the newest addition to the plentiful collection
of Castro Valley parks. It is a 4-acre park located at
the site of the former Parsons School. Although purchased
in 1992 by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
Board of Directors it was not developed until this year
due to funding shortages. With the recent passage of
Proposition 12 money finally became available and this
beautiful community park was completed. The park features
an accessible children's play area, picnic and game
tables, open turf area and a perimeter walking path.
Parsons Park is located at Almond Road and Walnut Road in
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