photo credit: sean o’steen
The Lafayette Reservoir is an ideal destination for the entire family. There are a number of activities to enjoy on a daily basis at this remarkably beautiful and serene recreation area in Contra Costa County. The 26 acre reservoir offers residents and visitors 928 acres of year-round open space for fun activities including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, paddle boating and picnicking. You can even bring your pet along with you, but keep in mind that they must be kept on leash and they’re not allowed either in boats or in the water.
photo credit: mh ryle
Hours of Operation
January 6:30 am to 5:30 pm
February 6:30 am to 6:00 pm
March 6:30 am to 6:30 pm/7:30 pm* April 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
May 6:00 am to 8:30 pm June/July 6:00 am to 9:00 pm
August 6:00 am to 8:30 pm September 6:30 am to 7:30 pm
October 6:30 am to 7:00 pm*/6:30 pm
*Daylight Savings Time
Bicycles, roller skates, roller blades and scooters are allowed only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon until closing and on Sundays from opening to 11 a.m. on the paved lakeside trail and roads. The hours in November and December are from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm.
The Visitor Center restrooms and the office close 21⁄2 hours before the park closes.
Parking is $7 per day. Annual parking passes are available at the Lafayette Reservoir Visitor Center.
photo credit: george kelly
Lafayette Reservoir
3849 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette, CA
email: lafres@ebmud.com
phone: (925) 284-9669
For more information including fees and additional activities, visit the Lafayette Reservoir website at ebmud.com