Notice: Lakeside trail paving project TRAIL REOPENED.
The paving project at Lakeside Trail at Lafayette Reservoir was completed on October 1, 2018 and the entire trail reopened on Tuesday, October 2, 2018.
All connecting trails and recreation facilities are also open.
The Lafayette Recreation Area is an all-year day-use area ideal for hiking, jogging, fishing, boating and picnicking, located off Highway 24 only one mile from the Lafayette BART station.
Things to do
Kids
A children's playground is located on the east lawn.
Picnicking
Picnic tables (125) are available on a first-come, first-served basis; 44 have barbeques for cooking your favorite outdoor meals. Four group sites available for reservation; the Large, Stage and Upper sites all accommodate 250 people each. The small site can hold up to 75. Make your online picnic reservation here.
Fishing
EBMUD plants trout during the fall, winter, and spring months, and plants catfish in the summer. Come to the visitor center to pick up basic fishing tackle and bait to get a line in the water. A daily fishing access permit is required.
Boating
Rent rowboats, pedal boats and kayaks at the Visitor Center. If you bring your own boat, there is a launch area (fees apply), and you will need to have your boat inspected to keep EBMUD waterways safe from Quagga mussels. Gasoline engines and trailers are not allowed.
Hiking
There are two main trails at Lafayette Reservoir. The Lakeside Nature Trail (paved, 2.7 miles) and the Rim Trail (unpaved, 4.7 miles). Additionally, there are 928 acres of open space for hiking, wildlife viewing, photography, and enjoying beautiful vistas.
Biking
Bicyclists and people on roller skates, roller blades and scooters are allowed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon until closing and on Sundays from opening until 11:00 a.m. on the paved Lakeside Trail and roads.
Bring your dogs
Dogs are allowed. Animal leashes may NOT be longer than 6 feet in length.
Invasive mussel prevention
Learn about requirements for boaters that help prevent the introduction of invasive mussels into EBMUD waters.
Literature
| Document | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Lafayette Recreation Use Fees | <1 MB | |
| Lafayette Reservoir Hours, Fees and Map | <1 MB | |
| Lafayette Reservoir Fishing Advisory | 1.2 MB | |
| Advertencia Sobre La Pesca en Lafayette Reservoir | <1 MB |
