Parks
City of San Rafael parks and playgrounds are open.
Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. Visiting parks, trails, and open spaces is a great way to relieve stress, get some fresh air, and stay active. While these facilities and areas can offer health benefits, it is important that you follow the steps below to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
When visiting parks, try to protect against exposure to COVID-19, by practicing social distancing and everyday steps such as washing hands often and covering coughs and sneezes.
- Visit parks and recreation areas that are close to your home
- Don’t visit crowded parks or campgrounds
- Stay at least 6 feet away from people you don’t live with
- Wear a mask - face masks over the mouth and nose are required for everyone 2 years of age or older with caregiver supervision at all times to ensure face mask use
- Wash your hands often and don’t share items with people you don’t live with
- Consider coming on different times or days to avoid wait times and potential crowded times
- Elderly and persons with underlying medical conditions should avoid playground when others are present
- Stay home when showing symptoms of illness
These social distancing restrictions are the most powerful tool for slowing the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
With the recent announcement by the State that California may be reopening on June 15, the City will now be accepting picnic reservations for events taking place starting July 1. All rentals will be subject to all applicable government policies related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including but not limited to requirements around use of facial coverings. Given the frequency with which guidelines change, the City will work with all renters prior to their event to ensure that they know the current restrictions and renters will be responsible for ensuring that all guests follow the regulations.
Additionally, the San Rafael Fire Department may suspend the use of open flame grills/BBQs at anytime based on weather and fuel conditions.
Report an IssueOur Department of Public Works takes care of the City of San Rafael parks. Please report an issue with our parks by clicking on the link below. Thank you!
Our Department of Public Works takes care of the City of San Rafael parks. Please report an issue with our parks by clicking on the link below. Thank you!