“Our mission is to ‘provide, protect & preserve regional parklands for the enjoyment, education & inspiration of this & future generations.’ This mission is thriving. We are dedicated to giving the public many wonderful chances for experiencing the dynamic natural beauty of Santa Clara County.”

Lisa Killough, Parks Director

County Park’s five decade legacy of providing outstanding recreational opportunities in beautiful natural locations has resulted in one of the largest regional park systems in the California. Since the first County parkland was acquired in 1924, the Santa Clara County park system has grown to include 28 regional parks encompassing nearly 45,000 acres of land.

Our dedicated ranger and interpretive staff are necessary complements to the overall park experience, taking an active role in the stewardship of the County’s finest natural resources and waterways –especially with the assistance from our 1,400 volunteers who selflessly donate more than 30,000 hours of labor each year. To learn more about the business of County Parks, explore the links below.

General Agency Information
What are the Regional Parks
General Rules and Ordinances
Park Fees
Parks Charter Information
Parks and Recreation Commission
Job & Volunteer Opportunities