Projects & Plans

Learn about the work we do managing 17,900 acres of parks and open space.

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Parking Lot Repaving

McNears parking lot after repaving is finished

Park Improvements

McNears Beach Park

Repaving an aging parking lot for public safety.

UPDATED: March 16, 2022

This project is in progress.

Learn about the Parking Lot Repaving

Funded by Measure A

Site Updates

Park Improvements

Black Point Boat Launch

Picnic tables, shade structure, bait cutting table, bike racks, and new landscaping enhance the boat launch.

UPDATED: March 16, 2022

This project is complete.

Learn about the Site Updates

Microsurfacing

Park Improvements

Mill Valley/Sausalito Pathway

Preventative maintenance from Almonte Boulevard to Gate 6 Road.

UPDATED: October 20, 2021

This project is complete.

Learn about the Microsurfacing

Funded by Measure A

Park Improvements

Bayside Park

Reimagining a bayfront park for visitor safety and natural resource protection.

UPDATED: September 17, 2021

This project is complete.

Learn about the Park Improvements

Improvements

Park Improvements

Buck's Landing

Protecting wetland habitat on the edge of Gallinas Creek.

UPDATED: August 25, 2021

This project is in progress.

Learn about the Improvements

Funded by Measure A

Pathway Bridge Decks

Cyclists riding over new pathway bridge deck

Park Improvements

Mill Valley/Sausalito Pathway

Wood decks replaced on 100-year-old bridges along the pathway.

UPDATED: January 10, 2021

This project is complete.

Learn about the Pathway Bridge Decks

Funded by Measure A

Farmhouse Renovations

Park Improvements

Deer Island

Porches, stairs, gutters, accessible path and parking complete.

UPDATED: August 4, 2020

First phase completed.

Learn about the Farmhouse Renovations

Funded by Measure A

Benches and Picnic Areas

Park Improvements

Lagoon Park

Improved and accessible seating in a popular San Rafael park.

UPDATED: July 30, 2020

This project is complete.

Learn about the Benches and Picnic Areas

Funded by Measure A

Shade Structure

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Bike Park

Picnic plaza shade structure installation completed.

UPDATED: July 15, 2020

This project is complete.

Learn about the Shade Structure

Funded by Measure A

Stafford Master Plan

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Park

A new vision for Stafford Lake Park informed by community collaboration.

UPDATED: October 23, 2019

Board of Supervisors public hearing November 5, 2019.

Learn about the Stafford Master Plan

Funded by Measure A

Hammock Village

Three women smiling in an orange hammock

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Park

Rope hammocks, bird nest swing, kids zip line, and lawn games are being installed at Stafford Lake Park.

UPDATED: October 15, 2019

This project is complete.

Learn about the Hammock Village

Funded by Measure A

Roundabout Mosaic

Park Improvements

Mill Valley/Sausalito Pathway

Colorful mosaic art enlivens a drab concrete structure on the popular pathway.

UPDATED: August 22, 2019

This project is complete.

Learn about the Roundabout Mosaic

Bridge Replacement

Park Improvements

Homestead Valley

A new wooden footbridge crosses the creek, improving neighborhood access and safety.

UPDATED: October 1, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Bridge Replacement

Funded by Measure A

Trail Bridge

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Bike Park

A new trail bridge and gully repair offers cyclists safe passage, and reduces erosion into the watershed.

UPDATED: October 1, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Trail Bridge

Funded by Measure A

Spirit Nest

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Park

A human-size nest, built from eucalyptus branches, uses art to highlight the importance of fire fuel reduction and ecosystem preservation.

UPDATED: August 30, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Spirit Nest

Funded by Measure A

Adirondack Chairs

Park Improvements

Regional Parks

Colorful seating has been added to McNears Beach Park, Paradise Beach Park, and Stafford Lake Park.

UPDATED: July 16, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Adirondack Chairs

Funded by Measure A

Mosaic Labyrinth

Park Improvements

Hal Brown Park

Take a meditative walk in the Creekside labyrinth, a place for peace and contemplation.

UPDATED: June 29, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Mosaic Labyrinth

Paradise Pier Repairs

Park Improvements

Paradise Beach Park

Stylish steel railings replace an aging wooden structure. Plus there's a new fish cleaning station for anglers.

UPDATED: June 1, 2018

This project is complete.

Learn about the Paradise Pier Repairs

Funded by Measure A

McNears Master Plan

Park Improvements

McNears Beach Park

A new vision for McNears Beach Park, in collaboration with the community.

UPDATED: May 15, 2017

The Board of Supervisors approved this Master Plan in May 2017.

Learn about the McNears Master Plan

Funded by Measure A

Paradise Master Plan

Park Improvements

Paradise Beach Park

A new vision for Paradise Beach Park, in collaboration with the community.

UPDATED: May 15, 2017

The Board of Supervisors approved this Master Plan in May 2017.

Learn about the Paradise Master Plan

Funded by Measure A

McNears Pier Repairs

Park Improvements

McNears Beach Park

Eroding concrete footings repaired, addressing deferred maintenance and visitor safety.

UPDATED: March 15, 2017

This project is complete.Learn about the McNears Pier Repairs

Funded by Measure A

Adventure Playground

Park Improvements

Stafford Lake Park

An adventure playground with natural climbing structures and a zip line connects kids with nature.

UPDATED: January 2, 2017

This project is complete.

Learn about the Adventure Playground

Funded by Measure A