Briones Regional Park

2537 Reliez Valley Road, Martinez CA 94553
Martinez, CA 94553

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Family campsite reservations at Anthony Chabot, Del Valle, and Dumbarton Quarry can be canceled online. To change a family campsite reservation or to change/cancel a backpacking, equestrian, or group camping reservation, call 1-888-327-2757, option 2 or 510-544-2707 (Canadian Residents) to speak to the East Bay Regional Park District Reservations Department (9am-4pm Pacific, Monday – Friday, closed weekends and holidays). Customers may email reservations@ebparks.org, however, we do not accept cancellations nor change requests via email.

With its rolling, grassy hills and secluded, shady canyons, Briones Regional Park is a secret wilderness surrounded by the towns of central Contra Costa County. Although the Park is close to Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord and Martinez, there are peaks within it from which you can see only Park and watershed lands for miles in every direction.

Briones Regional Park is an ideal park for hiking, running and horseback riding over the Park's scenic trails along with picnicking, birdwatching and similar activities. In addition, there are more informal recreational activities such as kite flying, photography and nature study.

Briones Regional Park has three primitive group camping areas available for reservation beginning May through October. The maximum length of stay is no more than 7 nights per month.
Wee-Ta-Chi accommodates a minimum of 17, and a maximum of 50 people. Included are 10 parking passes; 4 cars can park at the site, and 6 cars in the lot, and from there it is a 1.5 mile hike-in to the site.
Maud Whalen accommodates a minimum of 25, and a maximum of 75 people. Included are 15 parking passes; 4 cars can park at the site, and 11 cars in the lot, and from there it is a 1 mile hike-in to the site.
Homestead Valley accommodates a minimum of 100, and a maximum of 300 people. Included are 35 parking passes; 25 cars can park at the site, and 10 cars in the lot, and from there it is a 1 mile hike-in to the site.
Parking passes are emailed 5-10 days prior to the reservation date. Campfires and BBQ’s permitted. NO alcohol, including beer and wine, permitted. Water supply is inconsistent, campers should plan accordingly and bring-in water; NO WATER at Homestead Valley site.

Camp site features

Across 3 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 3 sites
Picnic table: all 3 sites
Pets allowed: all 3 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 3 sites
Group sites: all 3 sites
Largest party: 300 people

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest propane: 10.2 mi · A&A Gas & Food Mart

Nearest dump station: 6.4 mi · Marlins RV Park

Nearest water fill: 6.9 mi

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Rules

REVIEW YOUR RESERVATION CONFIRMATION CAREFULLY. The reservation holder is responsible for ensuring the reserved site or facility accommodates their needs and that all members of their party know and comply with applicable Park District rules and regulations, including Ordinance 38, and all reservation conditions. Reservation information must be accurate. Reservations made using false or misleading information, including attempts to circumvent reservation limits, are subject to cancellation. ARRIVAL AND ACCESS: Check-in times are between 2 PM and sunset, and campers should plan to be in their site during park curfew hours. Cell service is limited or unavailable, and Wi-Fi is not provided. RESERVATION LIMITS: For the same or overlapping dates, a party, group, household, customer, primary occupant, or registered vehicle(s) may reserve one (1) group campsite. Reservations exceeding these limits are subject to cancellation. STAY LIMITS: For Briones Regional Park there is a seven (7) night stay limit, per month, maximum stay limit. OCCUPANCY: Group campsite capacities vary by site. VEHICLES AND PARKING: The group campsites vary in maximum allowed overnight vehicles. Check site details and/or your information letter for specifics. No overflow parking is available. RVs and trailers are not permitted at this park. MINORS: Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or responsible adult aged 21 or older. Large groups must have at least one adult for every 10 minors. DOGS: Maximum three (3) dogs per campsite. Dogs must be leashed, attended, and controlled at all times. During quiet hours, dogs must be confined to a vehicle or tent. Owners must clean up and properly dispose of pet waste. TENTS: Site sizes vary. Tents must be placed on dirt or designated tent pads, not lawns. SHADE CONDITIONS: Shade availability varies by campsite and is subject to change without notice due to seasonal conditions, vegetation management, tree removal, or other factors. CAMPFIRES: Fires are permitted only in designated areas and are subject to fire restrictions. Only commercially purchased firewood, processed fire logs, or cut lumber may be used. Collecting wood is prohibited. All fires must be attended by an adult and completely extinguished before leaving. QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM. Please keep noise to a minimum and avoid disturbing other campers. PROHIBITED: Prohibited activities and items include, but are not limited to, weapons, smoking, vaping, gas generators, alcohol (including beer and wine), and amplified sound. QUESTIONS: Visit www.ebparks.org or contact EBRPD Reservations at 1-888-327-2757, option 2. Canadian residents: 510-544-2707. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM Pacific Time, excluding holidays.

Directions

Address: Alhambra Staging Area: 273-181 Brookwood Dr, Martinez, CA Bear Creek Staging Area: 1611 Bear Creek Road, Lafayette, CA Briones Road Staging Area: 2537 Reliez Valley Road, Martinez, CA Reliez Valley Staging Area: 1956 Reliez Valley Road, Lafayette, CA Lafayette Ridge Staging Area: Search on a navigation application FROM HWY 24: exit Orinda Village and head north on Camino Pablo Rd. Shortly after Camino Pablo becomes San Pablo Dam Rd, turn right at the light onto Bear Creek Rd. Bear Creek entrance is on the right, just beyond Happy Valley Rd. FROM HWY 80: exit San Pablo Dam Rd and head east through town past San Pablo Reservoir. Turn left at the light onto Bear Creek Rd and look for Bear Creek park entrance just beyond Happy Valley Rd.