Hamy T.
8/14/2025
Came on Monday around 4 and it was not crowded. Stayed for an hour since they close at 5:30 It was clean. Water was warm. Our kid is 2 and she had so much fun. Shade is first come first serve
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
Closed
(93)
Photos
22400 Woodroe Ave
Hayward, CA 94541
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area is a 101-acre urban oasis situated between Hayward and Castro Valley, offering a serene swim lagoon and picturesque lake created in 1964. It serves as a popular destination for central Alameda County residents, featuring various recreational activities such as fishing, hiking, picnicking, and swimming.
Visitors can enjoy accessible amenities, including wheelchair-accessible restrooms and drinking water, along with complimentary beach wheelchairs for those with mobility challenges. The park's attractive natural landscape and recreational facilities make it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts and families looking to spend quality time together.
Generated from the website
Reviews
4.093 reviews
Kai W.
8/11/2025
Wow! It's hard to beat having lake/beach vibes that is so local to us. Clean facilities and clean beaches/water. Plenty of parking but can fill up during the weekends. Cheap prices to get in for...
Hannah W.
7/6/2025
Beachy Lake vibes 30 min away from the bay! Who knew?! Make the short drive to Don Castro Lagoon for a fun day in the sun that screams-summertime! We packed a light picnic and some blankets and...
Kaela N.
7/18/2025
Went here on a Monday to take a quick 1.5 mile walk on the Ridgetop trail. I was pleasantly surprised there is a place in Castro Valley where there is plenty of park space and grass for picnics....
Annabelle R.
3/25/2025
Not many people here on a Saturday afternoon in late March, made it the ideal place to lay our mat out on the grass, hang out, nap, and just enjoy the fresh air, calm atmosphere, and nature all...
See a problem?
You might also like
Partial Data by Foursquare.