Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve provides a hike-in backpack camping site accessible via a 0.2-mile walk from the parking area. The primitive site accommodates up to 15 campers across two tent pads measuring approximately 10x25 feet and 10x20 feet, with two picnic tables and a nearby pit toilet. Campers must carry drinking water from the trailhead since no water source exists at the site itself.
The location offers 360-degree views of Mount Diablo, Vollmer Peak, and Tilden Park from its elevated position. Only camp stoves are permitted for cooking as wood fires and barbecues are prohibited. The preserve connects to the 31-mile East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail and includes several hiking options like Round Top Loop Trail. For additional sites in the region, campers can explore places to camp near Orinda.
Description
East Bay residents have a volcano in their backyard at Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Originally called Round Top Park, Sibley shares with Temescal and Tilden the distinction of being one of the East Bay Regional Park District's original parks. The preserve was later renamed in honor of Robert Sibley, who helped found the District and served for 10 years on its board of directors. Please visit the Sibley Park Page or call the EBRPD Reservations Department at 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757) option 2 for more information.
It is the camper's responsibility to know and follow all campground and park rules, including those in Ordinance 38 District Rules and Regulations: https://www.ebparks.org/public-safety/ordinance-38. Additional information can also be found here: https://www.ebparks.org/recreation/camping .
For cabin, backpack, and group campsites, please refer to site information for more details. An information letter will be emailed to you approximately one week before your reservation begins. It will contain your gate/entry code and/or parking passes. Site types vary by location.
Campsites are intended for overnight use only. Please plan to meet visitors in day-use portions of the park.
FIRES/BBQ: Stricter restrictions may be in place during your stay. Check here for updates: https://www.ebparks.org/alerts-closures. (NO campfires allowed at any of the backpack sites, the Corral Group Camp, or at Black Diamond). Only allowed in designated areas and must be attended by an adult. Only wood that has been commercially purchased, processed fire logs, or cut lumber should be used. Collecting wood is prohibited. Fires must be completely extinguished before departing.
NO GENERATORS.
NO PUBLIC ADVERTISING: All publicly advertised events, including on social media, must have a valid special event permit on file at least 60 days before the event date.
NO SMOKING: All East Bay Regional Parks are smoke-free which includes vaping.
BE GREEN AND CLEAN UP YOUR SITE BEFORE DEPARTING.
QUESTIONS? OR TO CANCEL/CHANGE: Call the EBRPD Reservations Department 1-888-327-2757, option 2. Canadian Residents call 510-544-2707. (9:00 am to 4:00 pm Pacific time, Monday-Friday; closed weekends and holidays).
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: call 911 from a pay phone, or (510) 881-1121 on a cell phone. CELL PHONE RECEPTION MAY BE SPOTTY INSIDE PARKS
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
**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. - **Group camping and backpacking reservation:** - Group and Backpacking reservations with arrival date from January through June 2026 are now open. - For Group and Backpacking campsites with arrival dates from July through December 2026, sites will be open Wed., April 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Starting in 2026, backpack site fees will change to $15 per night per site and will be charged for any bookings on January 1, 2026 or later. The $5 per-person fee will expire as of the night of 12/31/2025. The non-refundable $8 reservation service fee will continue to apply to all reservations, as well as the $8 fee for any changes or cancellations.
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSibley Volcanic Regional Preserve is located in California
Directions
From Highway 24 take the Fish Ranch Road immediately east of the Caldecott Tunnel. Continue 0.8 miles to Grizzly Peak Blvd. Turn left and go 2.4 miles on Grizzly Peak to Skyline Blvd. Turn left and drive 0.1 mile to the preserve entrance on the left. BY BUS: Visit www.transit.511.org to confirm transit information.The closest bus line, AC Transit #305, runs only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from mid-morning to mid-afternoon. From Lake Merritt BART, 19th Street BART, or Rockridge BART take AC Transit bus 59 or 59A; these bus lines go to the Montclair Transit Center. From there, transfer to AC Transit bus 305 and exit at the stop on Colton Boulevard and Ridgewood Drive. Walk the short distance from Colton to Skyline Boulevard, turn left and proceed to the preserve. It is a mostly level, 0.9-mile walk that passes the Huckleberry Preserve staging area.
Address
2950 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, CA 94609
Coordinates
37.85031387 N
122.19702518 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 3/20/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 18 min from San Francisco, CA
- 31 min from Vallejo, CA
- 43 min from Napa, CA
- 47 min from San Jose, CA
