East Bay Regional Park District

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Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

Claims and evidence

Site inventory

Group camps
  • Site id
    group-camp-tilden-new-woodland
    Minimum people
    17
    Maximum people
    50
  • Site id
    group-camp-tilden-wildcat-view
    Minimum people
    17
    Maximum people
    75
  • Site id
    group-camp-tilden-gillespie
    Minimum people
    17
    Maximum people
    75
Common group facilities
Picnic tables
Yes
Barbecue
Yes
Fire ring
Yes
Chemical toilets
Yes
Equestrian camp
Site id
equestrian-camp-tilden-es-anderson
Minimum people
4
Maximum people
50
Minimum horses
5
Horse water by arrangement
Yes
Potable human water
No
Minimum advance business days
3
Reservation channel
phone
Evidence and sources (1)

No claim effective interval recorded.

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: The official park page directly publishes group and equestrian camp capacities, facilities, and booking requirements.

    Tilden has New Woodland (17-50), Wildcat View (17-75), and Gillespie (17-75) group camps with picnic tables, BBQ, fire ring, and chemical toilets; reservations are by phone at least three business days ahead. ES Anderson Equestrian Camp holds 4-50 people, requires at least five horses, has horse water by arrangement but no potable human water, and uses the same booking lead.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof web source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T00:00:00-07:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Equestrian Camping
    • Group Camping

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Road access status

Detours
  • vehicles
  • cyclists
  • hikers
Facilities at both ends
open
Reason
fuels management work
Segment
between Merry-Go-Round and Meadows Picnic Area
Status
closed weekdays
Weekends
open
Evidence and sources (1)

Claim effective interval: 2026-09-22 to 2026-09-25

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Current or recurring access notice published on the official Tilden park page; recheck before travel.

    The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Current notices
    • To Reach The Park
    • Park Accessibility
    • Hiking and Biking

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Trail access status

Reason
storm damage
Segment
upper 0.43 miles of Laurel Canyon Trail
Source updated on
2026-09-22
Status
closed
Until
further notice
Evidence and sources (1)

Claim effective interval: 2026-09-22 to No end bound

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Current or recurring access notice published on the official Tilden park page; recheck before travel.

    The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Current notices
    • To Reach The Park
    • Park Accessibility
    • Hiking and Biking

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Route access profile

Best parking
Tilden Inspiration Point Parking Lot
Dogs must be leashed
Yes
Drinking water at staging
No
Surface
paved
Uses
  • hiking
  • bicycling
  • equestrian
Wheelchair accessible
Yes
Evidence and sources (1)

No claim effective interval recorded.

Spatial scope IDs: scope-staging-tilden-inspiration-point

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Official hiking, biking, and accessibility guidance for Nimitz Way and Inspiration Point.

    The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Current notices
    • To Reach The Park
    • Park Accessibility
    • Hiking and Biking

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Seasonal road access

Annual window
November 1 through April 1
Non auto access
not stated as closed
Reason
protect migrating newts
Road
South Park Drive
Status
closed to automobiles
Evidence and sources (1)

No claim effective interval recorded.

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Current or recurring access notice published on the official Tilden park page; recheck before travel.

    The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Current notices
    • To Reach The Park
    • Park Accessibility
    • Hiking and Biking

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Visitor profile

Access
multiple entrances and staging areas from Grizzly Peak Boulevard, Wildcat Canyon Road, Canon Drive, and Shasta Road
Accessible facilities
  • Steam Train
  • Merry-Go-Round
  • Little Farm
  • Environmental Education Center
  • Nimitz Way
  • Inspiration Point parking and restrooms
  • Botanic Garden visitor facilities
Acreage
2079
Activities
  • biking
  • camping
  • dogs
  • fishing
  • golfing
  • hiking
  • horseback riding
  • kid-friendly
  • model trains
  • picnicking
  • swimming
Address
entrances off Wildcat Canyon Road and Grizzly Peak Boulevard, Berkeley, CA
Camping
Equestrian site
ES Anderson
Group sites
3
Reservation minimum business days
3
Hours
05:00–22:00 unless otherwise posted or permitted
Major facilities
  • Lake Anza
  • Regional Parks Botanic Garden
  • Brazilian Room
  • Tilden Nature Area
  • Little Farm
  • golf course
  • Merry-Go-Round
  • Steam Train
Parking fee usd
0
Regional routes
  • Nimitz Way
  • East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail
Seasonal access
South Park Drive closed to automobiles November 1–April 1 for migrating newts
Trail miles
39.41
Evidence and sources (1)

No claim effective interval recorded.

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Direct transcription and conservative structuring of planning-relevant fields from the official park page.

    The live park page publishes the visitor profile represented by the associated claim, including access, operating information, facilities, and material restrictions.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-20T07:00:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Overview
    • To Reach The Park
    • Attractions

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Trail access status

Planned reopening
January 2027
Reason
Wildcat Creek restoration
Segment
Wildcat Gorge Trail near Brook Road
Status
closed
Evidence and sources (1)

Claim effective interval: 2026-09-22 to No end bound

Spatial scope IDs: scope-charles-lee-tilden-regional-park

  1. Evidence stance: supports · Evidence details

    Evidence notes: Current or recurring access notice published on the official Tilden park page; recheck before travel.

    The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

    Publisher
    East Bay Regional Park District
    Observer / attribution
    Wayproof live source review
    Observed at
    Unknown
    Retrieved at
    2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

    Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

    Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

    Recorded artifact references
    • Current notices
    • To Reach The Park
    • Park Accessibility
    • Hiking and Biking

    References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Recorded observations

Browse observations separately (3)

The live Tilden page identifies named entrances and staging areas, maps them to visitor destinations, publishes current road and trail disruptions, and describes Inspiration Point as the preferred access for Nimitz Way.

Publisher
East Bay Regional Park District
Observer / attribution
Wayproof live source review
Observed at
Unknown
Retrieved at
2026-09-22T15:30:00+00:00

Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

Recorded artifact references
  • Current notices
  • To Reach The Park
  • Park Accessibility
  • Hiking and Biking

References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Tilden has New Woodland (17-50), Wildcat View (17-75), and Gillespie (17-75) group camps with picnic tables, BBQ, fire ring, and chemical toilets; reservations are by phone at least three business days ahead. ES Anderson Equestrian Camp holds 4-50 people, requires at least five horses, has horse water by arrangement but no potable human water, and uses the same booking lead.

Publisher
East Bay Regional Park District
Observer / attribution
Wayproof web source review
Observed at
Unknown
Retrieved at
2026-09-22T00:00:00-07:00

Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

Recorded artifact references
  • Equestrian Camping
  • Group Camping

References are not a confirmation of current availability.

The live park page publishes the visitor profile represented by the associated claim, including access, operating information, facilities, and material restrictions.

Publisher
East Bay Regional Park District
Observer / attribution
Wayproof live source review
Observed at
Unknown
Retrieved at
2026-09-20T07:00:00+00:00

Retrieval time does not establish when an event occurred.

Observation details · Source details · Original source: East Bay Regional Park District

Recorded artifact references
  • Overview
  • To Reach The Park
  • Attractions

References are not a confirmation of current availability.

Published record history

History lists published operations; it does not reconstruct removed content or confirm that external media remains available.

JSON

Historical evidence is not a guarantee of current conditions.