Don Castro Regional Recreation Area, Regional park in Alameda County, United States
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area spans 101 acres between Hayward and Castro Valley, featuring a swimming lagoon and surrounding natural landscapes.
The recreational area's lake and lagoon emerged in 1964 when the Alameda Flood Control and Water Conservation District constructed a dam on San Lorenzo Creek.
The name honors Don Guillermo Castro, a California ranchero who influenced the early development of the surrounding region during the Spanish colonial period.
Visitors can reach the park via Interstate 580 or take AC Transit Bus Number 95 from Hayward BART station for convenient public transportation access.
The park maintains a dual-water system with a swimming lagoon for recreation and a separate reservoir dedicated to local wildlife protection.
Location: Alameda County
GPS coordinates: 37.69200,-122.05000
Latest update: March 10, 2025 02:25
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