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Las Trampas Regional Wilderness

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**Before your trip, check:** - Latest FIRE DANGER restrictions - Blue-Green Algae updates - Current seasonal and site closures - **Campgrounds** : Tent or RV campsite reservations for Anthony Chabot, Del Valle, and Dumbarton Quarry can be made online between 48 hours and 12 weeks in advance of your arrival date. - **Group Camping:** Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance by calling the EBRPD Reservations Department. - **Backpacking:** Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance by calling the EBRPD Reservations Department. - **2025 group camping and backpacking reservations:** - Now reserving through June 2025. - Arrival dates between July – December 2025, sites are released on May 7, 2025 - Reservations are by phone only. Maximum 2 reservations per call.

There are 2 water faucets with spigots, however, water sources at Las Trampas are unreliable and may run out of water at any time. Contact Park Staff ahead of your reservation for an update.

To reach the East Bay Regional Park District Reservations Department, please call 888-327-2757, option 2 (from Canada, please call 510-544-2707). We are open 9am - 4pm Pacific, Monday-Fridays (closed weekends and holidays). Customers may email Reservations@ebparks.org, however, **we do not accept cancellations nor change requests via email.** Customers must call the above number to cancel or change their reservations.

Las Trampas Regional Wilderness offers a camping experience surrounded by rolling hills and open spaces. Temperatures range from 40°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Iron Horse Regional Trail and the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site.

Description

East Bay Municipal Utility District

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Las Trampas Regional Wilderness offers 5,342 acres of wilderness and an expanded trail system that allows hikers and horseback riders to enjoy its remote and rugged areas. The park's size and terrain allow visitors a feeling of privacy and escape from urban hustle and bustle. Carry plenty of drinking water for yourself, your dog(s), and your horse(s) when visiting the park. The park's water supply is inconsistent and water may be unavailable at any time. Please visit the Las Trampas Park Page or call the EBRPD Reservations Department at 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757) option 2 for more information. Corral group camp is a primitive group campsite for both equestrian and non-equestrian groups. It has five 6' tables, a serving table, two XL BBQs, and two chemical toilets. Cows and cow pies may be present.

The camper is responsible for knowing and following all campground and park rules, including those in Ordinance 38 District Rules and Regulations. Campsites are intended for overnight use only. Meet visitors in day-use portions of the park.

Stay limitations: Cabin, group, backpack, or equestrian site stay limitations vary by site type.

Site reservations: A maximum of two (2) family campsites per household address, customer name, primary occupant, or registered vehicle(s) is permitted on any given date. Additional sites will be canceled. Reservations for other site types are limited to one (1)/date per party/group, household address, primary contact, etc. Groups larger than 16 should reserve a group campsite.

Site capacity: Family campsites allow a maximum of 8 people (infants and children included). The capacity for other site types varies. For cabin, group, backpack, or equestrian group sites, an additional information letter will be emailed to you 5-7 days prior to the start of your reservation.

Vehicles: 2 per campsite. Group and backpack site varies.

Minors: Juveniles under the age of 18 must be accompanied by parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult 21+ years of age. Large groups must have at least 1 adult for every 10 juveniles.

Dogs: Maximum 3 dogs per site. Dogs must be leashed while in campgrounds, picnic areas, and other developed areas. Dogs must be confined to vehicle or tent during quiet hours and must not be left unattended at any time. Pick up and dispose of waste in garbage cans. Persons with noisy, vicious, or uncontrollable dogs will be asked to leave. Dogs, including emotional support animals, are not permitted on the swim beach, swim area, on select trails, or in cabins. Service animals with specialized training will be permitted in all locations.

Tents: Site sizes vary. There is no limit on tents, though they must be placed on dirt or designated tent pads. No tents on lawns.

Fire restrictions may be in place during your stay. Fires are only allowed in designated areas. Only wood that has been commercially purchased, processed fire logs, or cut lumber should be used. Collecting wood is prohibited. All fires must be attended by an adult, and thoroughly extinguished when departing.

No smoking or vaping.

No gas generators.

No cell service, WIFI, etc.

No hard alcohol. Beer and wine only; must be 21+. Alcohol can be consumed at campsites or picnic areas. No alcohol in parking lots, trails, swim beaches, etc. Group campsites require an additional beer and wine permit that must be purchased in advance.

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Location

Las Trampas Regional Wilderness is located in California

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Directions

Address: 18012 Bollinger Canyon Rd. San Ramon CA 94583 From I-580 in Castro Valley, take Crow Canyon Road north to Bollinger Canyon Road. Turn left (north) onto Bollinger Canyon Road and follow it into the park. From I-680 in San Ramon, take Crow Canyon Road west to Bollinger Canyon Road, turn right (north) and follow it into the park.

Address

18012 Bollinger Canyon Road
San Ramon, CA 94583

Coordinates

37.80388866 N
122.05750067 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Oct. 28, 2021

Campground Cul-de-Sac

This site is a nice hidden gem that many won't know even has a campground. While tiny and available only for a small number of campers, if you can get a spot booked well in advance, you'll have the place nearly all to yourself. Located just off of 680, you'll take Bollinger Canyon Road where you'll head just north of Las Trampas Stables before coming to a round-about where there's ample parking for about 30 cars (no worries, overflow parking on the street is allowed). 

From the parking lot, there's 3-4 hiking trails to take, but the one to the campsite is the only one heading south from the parking lot. You'll have to hike all your gear in from here, and it's about 150 yards, so not all that bad, but the pathway is a bit choppy in places, so you'll want to carry most of what you've got on your back (or head!). There's just a few simple amenities at the campground, where I could only count 6-8 or so places to park a tent. Once you're all set up, take the hiking trail straight up to Las Trampas hiking ridge (there's only one trail up from your campground, so if you're not panting, then you're heading in the wrong direction). Pass the cows grazing in the meadows to climb clear to the top for a most spectacular view of Eastbay and nearby Mt. Diablo. 

The other 2-3 trails that you'll find here are all worth taking and all fairly easy-to-medium in difficulty, but anyone heading up to the ridge, will find at many places it is steep and can be difficult hiking (just apply the icy hot after your hike!). As for the campground itself, it is bare minimum - the ground is relatively flat, but the entire space is encased in a barbed wire fence area playpen to keep the roaming cattle and other wildlife from coming near the area. When we were there we saw deer, cattle, raccoons and many other four legged vermin running around the area. Inside of the pen though, there's 5-6 stone picnic tables, a water fountain, only a single locker to place your food (so first-come, first served!) and a double-mounted grill. 

All in all, if your aim is to spend 2-3 days scouring Las Trampas ridge, then this is a great place to call home for a few days, but it lacks the amenities and natural serenity that you would normally expect when outbacking here in Cali. And if you get tired of the campfire food, it's SO easy to just head into nearby San Ramon for a classic In-N-Out burger (it's a staple here in Cali, but I'm not from here, so I don't get what all the fuss is about: sorry California, but Johnny Rockets burgers from Chicago still win out!) or for the best bite around, try out Zachary's Chicago-style Deep Dish Pizza (this Chicagoan approves!) and a frosty cold mug of Anchor Steam to wash it down with. 

Happy Camping!

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  • Review photo of Las Trampas Regional Wilderness by Stuart K., October 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Las Trampas Regional Wilderness by Stuart K., October 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Las Trampas Regional Wilderness by Stuart K., October 28, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Las Trampas Regional Wilderness have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Las Trampas Regional Wilderness has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness?

There are 1 campsites at Las Trampas Regional Wilderness and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts