On Dec. 3, 2024, the East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve an updated fee schedule for 2025 that simplifies parking fees and eliminates dog fees, among other changes. The updated fee schedule became effective Jan. 1, 2025. Park District fees are reviewed annually and updated as needed.
The new fee schedule includes a flat $5 parking fee at East Bay Regional Parks, where kiosks are present. Previously, parking fees ranged from $3 to $6 depending on the park; the flat fee makes it simpler for the public. The new fee does not apply to Del Valle Regional Park on weekends and holidays April through Labor Day, when a flat $10 entrance fee applies.
Dog fees have also been eliminated for 2025. Dogs are required to be on leash in designated areas, including trailheads, parking lots, paved trails and picnic areas. Dogs must also be on leash around horses and in parks where cattle are present. Visit www.ebparks.org/dogs for more information.
A dog permit is still required to walk more than three dogs at a time. Professional dog walkers are required to obtain a permit regardless of how many dogs they walk at one time. Visit www.ebparks.org/permits for details.
The updated fee schedule for 2025 also includes changes to swimming fees, day camp fees, special event fees, concessionaire fees, parking citation penalties and vehicle release fees.
East Bay Regional Parks fees help recover, in part, the costs of providing a service. The updated fee schedule streamlines pricing and better reflects the cost of services and impacts on the Park District.
View the 2025 fee schedule at: www.ebparks.org/sites/default/files/2025-Fee-Schedule.pdf
