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Contra Loma Reservoir

Antioch, California · Contra Costa County

Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco. Numerous hiking trails exist as part of the facility and the area provides excellent access to the Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail. The trail system pro…

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About Contra Loma Reservoir

Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco. Numerous hiking trails exist as part of the facility and the area provides excellent access to the Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail. The trail system provides for bikes, equestrian and pedestrian use and are available from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm daily. The park also provides picnic and other day use facilities and adjacent to the Antioch Municipal Golf Course.

Plan Your Visit to Contra Loma Reservoir

Heading to Contra Loma Reservoir? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Contra Loma Reservoir?

No central reservation system listed for Contra Loma Reservoir. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/33) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Contra Loma Reservoir?

Site is located near Antioch, California.

How do I contact Contra Loma Reservoir?

You can reach the park at phone: 510-562-PARK.