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Parks News & Updates

The closure of the Rubicon Trail initiated with Resolution 017-2023 has been lifted effective immediately.

The County waited until the frequent heavy storms that started with the December 30, 2022 atmospheric river event were over before attempting site inspections. During the temporary closure the storms that hit the region consisted of additional atmospheric river events with heavy mixes of rain and snow. Multiple days (1/18, 1/24, and 1/27) were necessary for staff to access and assess the trail. Those assessments show that the trail is currently covered in a substantial amount of snow providing resource protection. After reviewing those assessments, the Director, in consultation with County staff, has determined that no repairs are needed at this time and that the trail is safe for ordinary use.

Be advised that the Rubicon Trail is for year-round public use but users should be prepared for adverse conditions during winter season and during storm conditions. The road may be unpassable during winter/storm conditions and rescue services may be difficult. The County encourages users be mindful of trail conditions and practice appropriate safety measures. The County will continue to monitor trail conditions for the remainder of the 2023 winter season into spring as required per the USFS easement document. If users have any questions on this notice, please feel free to contact the County at 530-621-7538 or 530-621-5554.
El Dorado Trail/SPTC at Latrobe Road is closed due to a washout of the railroad tracks near the Latrobe Bridge and mudslides on the corridor.
Henningsen Lotus Park is now open, but the restrooms are closed until further notice.
Please read the attached Public Notice on Grant Funding for the Rubicon Trail.
The second Parks and Trails Master Plan Workshop is February 22, 2023 from 6 PM - 7 PM at the Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive, Pollock Pines, CA 95726. RSVP here today!
The Parks and Trails Master Plan survey can be viewed here.

The Parks and Trails Master Plan website and workshop information can be viewed here.
Henningsen Lotus Park 2023 Parking Passes are available for purchase at the Chief Administrative Office, 330 Fair Lane, Bldg. A, Placerville, CA 95667.
Attached here is notice from the Department of Transportation regarding construction on the El Dorado Trail.
Annual River Report 2022 (Draft) is now available for review.
Please send any comments to Vickie Sanders.

Mission Statement

As identified in El Dorado County's General Plan:

Goal 9.1 - Parks and Recreation Facilities

Goal 9.1 with its supporting objectives and policies directs the County to provide adequate recreation opportunities and facilities including parks, trails, and resource-based recreation areas for the health and welfare of El Dorado County residents and visitors.

Objective 9.1.4 directs the county to conserve and promote County rivers and waterways, particularly the South Fork of the American River, as recreational and economic assets. Policies identify the River Management Plan, South Fork of the American River as the implementation plan for river management policies, and call for support of acquisition of a public river access adjacent to Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.

Goal 9.3 - Recreation and Tourism

Goal 9.3 aims to increase opportunities to capitalize on County recreational resources by encouraging tourism and recreation based businesses and industries. Associated objectives and policies address the need to protect and maintain existing natural and cultural resources and those recreation businesses and industries that attract tourism.

Parks Office Hours

The Parks and Trails office is currently open Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If you need in-person assistance, please contact us at (530) 621-5360 to schedule an appointment.

Renting Our Facilities

Please call the Parks and Trails Office at (530) 621-6052 or send an email to check availability.

Required Rental Information

Park Facility Rental Application must be complete, or it will be returned.
Certificate of Insurance and Additional Insured Endorsement or a Special Event Insurance Certificate can be purchased through El Dorado County Risk Management. Please call (530) 621-6544 for more information.
Deposits are refundable when the rented facility is left in a clean condition and any keys are returned. Deposit will be refunded on or about the 15th of each month following your event.
Rental Fees are used for maintenance and ongoing facility improvements.
Written Outline of Activities for multi-day events or groups
greater than 50.
Cancellations made at least 14 days prior to the event will receive a full rental fee refund less a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to the event will forfeit all rental fees. Deposits will be refunded in full. Application fee is non-refundable.

Reservations will be held for two weeks pending application and deposit.

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Contact Us

Parks and Trails
200 Armory Drive
Placerville, CA 95667

Vickie Sanders, Parks Manager
Jessica Araiza, Administrative Technician
Brian Bettencourt, Parks Trail Maintenance
Nicholas Howle, Parks Trail Maintenance
Tim Canavarro, Parks Program Coordinator

Phone Numbers:
Local Number: (530) 621-5360
South Lake Tahoe: (530) 573-7955 ext. 5360
El Dorado Hills: (916) 358-3555 ext. 5360
Fax: (530) 642-0301
Reservations: (530) 621-5360

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