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Castro Valley Community Park

4.2 (72 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Elaysha J.

This is our spot, we spend lots of afternoons here enjoying the sunshine and the shade when it's hot. The splash pad is such a good time during summer weekends. My dog loves the walking trail, toddler loves to scoot around. There's lots of swings for children of varying abilities. There's a baby park with sand, a sandbox park, toddler park and up to 12 park. Lots of party areas and parking and a community theater to boot! We love our local park!

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Keen B.

Nice clean park with plenty of space to run around and play. They have 3 play structures in total for all ages. They even have a small water park were water shoots out from the ground. I believe it's on in the summer times to cool kids off. There is basketball court also tennis court. Plenty of benches to have picnic on. I'm pretty sure you can reserve some tables with bbq pit for large party. I have been invited multiple times here for birthday parties. Bathroom is a little far pending on we're your party is at!

Celebrating Stefan T and his reaching yelpus maximus!
Lionel C.

This is my go-to bbq grounds. That why I took Stefan T here to celebrate his mind-bobbling attainment of the coveted yelpus maximus badge. Way to book it, check it-in, etc., Stefan! How can anyone secure nearly 500 check ins in a month, while being limited to 16 per day?? They ought to confer eternal elite status once someone hits that badge! At the park, I always use the picnic area towards the back along Quarry Rd. There are a lot of tables, and it's clean and well-maintained. I don't use their mounted grills because I bring my own. But there are plenty if you need them. I'm also impressed that there are serving and prepping tables in addition to the tables for dining. But be warned everything is made of concrete, including the benches, so it's probably a good idea to bring some seat cushions. Overall, it's very serene and well-shaded. Probably why the martial arts Senseis hold their dojos there in the grass area. I've also seen groups use that area as an ad hoc soccer pitch. There're also lots of play areas for kids of different ages and coordination levels. They even have a community theater on the grounds. And you'll find ample parking in the lots.

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Victor G.

Castro Valley Community Park isn't that visible from a driveby. only by driving around to the parking lot can one see what's available. amendities: community center, water park, tennis courts, baseball field, green fields, benches, castro valley memorial, swings, children's play area. closed now due to the pandemic great place for kids, young adults.

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Janine D.

Love this park especially on a summer day! I especially like that I can bring my 3 kids by myself here and it's manageable. Lots of open grass space for a picnic, multiple play structures close to each other and the splash park! The splash park is maintained well with a rubber flooring. Water comes out of the ground and in cannon type things that you can maneuver yourself. Mr. Softee just happened to be parked here as well, perfect for a summer treat. Only downside is that the restrooms are by softball field a short walk away but difficult when there's only 1 adult.

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Tracy B.

Castro Valley Community Park sites was a great place for our daughters first birthday party! Lots of space between picnic sites. Recommendation: park in the lot off of Quail Ave. it is a much closer walk Pros: *Tables and benches are in good condition. *Affordable (especially if you're a resident.) * Well spaced out between tables. *Nice green space. Cons: * Far from the restrooms. * A lot of debris from the trees fall onto the picnic tables. Recommend: brining canopies.

Alex P.

Normally I don't mind walking in Hood Parks in Hayward but it's really nice to walk around Castro Valley. It's just a lot nicer it's more family friendly. My dog loves to walk anywhere she doesn't' really care but she likes this area for sure. This place is pretty big and has other small parks around the area; I tend to go to both of these areas. It setup pretty nice and I always make sure to pick up my waste. For both me and the dog :)

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Ask the Community - Castro Valley Community Park

Is the splash pad area still open now?

Yes

Is the Splashpad/Water area open now?

What time does the park open?

Castro Valley Community Park is open from Sunrise to Sunset year round.

I want to book a room that could fit up to 60 ppl for my daughter birthday? The date for that is oct26. Can you let me know if any room available at that date and what is the pricing information please?…

Hello Thao, Thank you for your questions. The hall at Castro Valley accommodates up to 120 people. It is one of many facilities we rent throughout the District. for a… Read more

During what months and hours is the water park/feature operating?

I don't remember the exact dates but they will post a sign nearby when the time comes. I seem to recall it's May-August.

Are dogs allowed at the Castro Valley Community Park?

Yes as long as they are leashed. There are no signs that say dogs are not allowed unlike what the previous answer said

Do all the tables require reservation or are they first come, first serve?

Hi Lisa, All outdoor picnic areas are "first come, first serve", unless they have been previously… Read more

To all waterplay lovers: have you noticed the splash pad is now running with a mode that water is only 'splashing' out every couple minutes? Last year water was running continuously.

Hello and thank you for your inquiry. The water feature at Castro Valley Park is set to run when activated by a push button on the outskirts of the splash zone. If you have any further questions, please contact our district office at (510) 881-6700.

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The water area has soft padding so you don't have to worry about your child slipping and hurting themselves.

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