Almaden Lake Park is open all year.
Hours are 8:00 a.m. until
one-half hour after sunset.

Parking fees are collected April through September.
Parking passes are available for purchase at parking booths.

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Located in south San Jose, Almaden Lake Park is the only park featuring a sand beach and swim area in the South Bay. Many visitors come to relax and enjoy the recreational opportunities to fish along the shores of the 32 acres of lake, hike and bike in our beautiful 65 acre facility.

Others enjoy a nice family or company picnic and play volleyball, toss horseshoes and Bocce ball courts are available on a first come first serve basis, you will need to provide your own equipment. Court etiquette is expected.

Almaden Lake Park is divided into two sides referred to as the Eastside, which runs parallel to Winfield Boulevard and the Westside of the park along Almaden Expressway. Dogs are not allowed on the Westside of the park as it is considered a wildlife sanctuary and the swim beach area must remain clean.

Dogs are welcome on the eastside of the park and must remain on a leash and under control at all times. Owners are responsible for removing any excretement and disposing in a waste receptacle.

A concession stand is open on a seasonal basis, and offers beverages, light foods, refreshments and rentals of pedal boats and life jackets. Tthere are large green open lawns and picnic areas with barbecue pits. Tot lots are located at both sides of the park and feature water play area.

Connected to the south end of Almaden Lake Park is the Los Alamitos Creek Trail, which continues to Santa Teresa County Park. This 3.9-mile trail features a fitness course and takes you by scenic agricultural lands and riparian communities. Connected to the north end of the park is the Guadalupe River Park trail which travels below street level for a smooth .9 mile stretch to the percolation pond located under Highway 85.

Due to the risk of invasive mussel infestation, boating and personal watercrafts are not allowed at Almaden Lake Park. We apologize for the inconvenience. For more information, visit http://www.dfg.ca.gov/invasives/quaggamussel/

Beginning in the summer of 2009, there will be a nominal fee for swimming. Swim wrist bands will be available for purchase at the concession stand. Swimming is allowed only at the swim beach when lifeguards are on duty. A parking fee is charged when the parking booth is attended. Large inflatable toys may be restricted by the Lifeguards and inflatable arm floats are prohibited. All children must be attended by an adult when in or near the water. Diapers should not be worn by children to maintain water quality. Water quality is tested on a regular basis. The beach may be closed at any time for your safety. Fresh water showers are available for your use at the beach. A limited number of child-sized coast guard approved Personal Floatation Vests may be available for an additional fee.

The swim beach is open the following times:

Wednesdays 11:00am - 7:00pm

Thursday - Sundays, 11:00am - 6:00pm

City Holidays 10:00am - 6:00pm

Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

Recreation Swimming Fees & Daily Rates:

Open Water Swim Training July 29 - Aug 26:

Wednesdays 6pm-7pm
All Ages, wetsuits required: $5

Participants swim a marked 550 yard course in the open water.

Prices subject to change at any time. Purchase swim wrist bands at concession stand

Wearing a wetsuit is required and please sign in with the Lifeguard before entering the water. A nominal fee will be charged. If interested in other days for open water swim, please call 408-277-5130.