Parks

Veteran Appreciation Day at Parks
2025-11-11 07:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cucamonga-Guasti, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States
San Bernardino County Regional Parks honors all county residents who are either a veteran or on active duty in the United States Armed Services, including reserves or National Guard, with free park admission on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Participating parks include Cucamonga-Guasti, Glen Helen, Mojave Narrows, Prado and Yucaipa Regional Parks and will honor one free vehicle admission. So, everyone in the car can enjoy free admission on Regional Parks.
Calico Ghost Town will only honor the veteran or active-duty personnel with one free adult admission. Must present military ID or DD214 for free admission.
Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. Calico Ghost Town is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. Follow Regional Parks on Facebook and Instagram and Calico Ghost Town Official Facebook to stay connected to the latest park news and events.

CANCELLED: Venom Exhibit & Education Show at Prado
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Due to forecasted rain, the event is cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

Candy Cane Experiments CANCELLED at Prado
2025-12-20 12:30 - 14:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Candy Cane Experiments cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience. We appreciate your understanding and wish you happy holidays.
Park admission is $15 per vehicle, and the activity is free for those camping with us.
Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Sold Out! Prado Equestrian Center hosts Children's Equine Education Days
2025-12-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Prado Park Equestrian Center, 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino, CA, 91708, United States
The Prado Equestrian Center is hosting a unique experience for kids ages 12 and under to spend a day on the ranch learning all about horses! Kids will have a chance to learn how to groom, feed and interact with a horse!
Dates include:

September 7: Sold out!
December 28: Sold out!

A fun introduction to horses and equestrian life for the whole family to enjoy! All children will also get to paint their own horseshoe to take home as well as a certificate of completion.
A session is $35 for two (2) hours. The Prado Park Equestrian Center (PPEC) is located inside Prado Regional Park. The Equestrian Center’s entrance is located at 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino.
To reserve your spot, email pradoequestriancenter@gmail.com or visit their website at pradoequestrian.com.

Prado Trout Derby
2026-01-10 06:30 - 13:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Regional Parks is excited to welcome back the one-day trout derby at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. and pre-paid derby fees are encouraged. Derby fees are $20 per person and $15 per vehicle. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 years and older.
To pre-pay, visit https://bit.ly/3XgaY7Q.
PRADO LAKE CLOSURE FOR DERBY STOCKING
For the derby, 1,660 lbs. of trout, including lightning trout, will be stocked on Friday, Jan. 9. Due to the derby stocking, the lakes will be closed to the public for fishing on Friday, Jan. 9, and will reopen to the public after the derby ends at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10.
Derby cash prizes will be awarded for:
• First place: $1,000
• Second place: $500
• Third place: $250
Participants will receive a wristband and packet with derby entry forms and rules. The derby is rain or shine, and no refunds will be given.
Regional Parks will have a weigh-in station available and encourages participants to allow plenty of time to weigh and enter their fish prior to the 1 p.m. cut-off time. Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners will be announced at approximately 1:15 p.m. at the Regional Parks weigh-in station area.
Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and is closed on Christmas Day. All prepaid participants will enter the park from Johnson and Pine Avenues just east of Euclid Avenue. The Johnson entrance is near the Prado Park Equestrian Center.
For seasonal stocking dates and fishing license information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/park-fishing. For derby forms and rules, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/fishing-derby.

Make Your Own Bird Feeder at Prado
2026-01-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Join us at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to learn how to make a homemade bird feeder to take home. All ages are welcome! Park admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. All supplies are provided while they last. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Prado offers camping, fishing, hiking, biking, picnic shelters and grills. Prado is pet-friendly and leashed pets are welcome too! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected on the latest park news.

Equine Education Day at Prado Equestrian Center
2026-01-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Prado Park Equestrian Center, 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino, CA, 91708, United States
This event for Sunday, Feb. 22 is booked up. The next event is Sunday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The Prado Equestrian Center is hosting a unique experience for kids ages 12 and under to spend a day on the ranch learning all about horses! Kids will have a chance to learn how to groom, feed and interact with a horse!
Dates include:
A two-hour session from 9-11 a.m.

Sunday, July 26
Sunday Aug. 23
Sunday, Oct. 25

A fun introduction to horses and equestrian life for the whole family to enjoy! All children will also get to paint their own horseshoe to take home as well as a certificate of completion.
Each session is $35 for two hours, from 9-11 a.m. The Prado Park Equestrian Center (PPEC) is located inside Prado Regional Park. The Equestrian Center’s entrance is located at 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino.
To reserve your spot, email pradoequestriancenter@gmail.com or visit their website at pradoequestrian.com.

Dan the Wildman Venom Exhibit at Prado
2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Join us at Prado Regional Park, Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., for The Wild Man Dan Show, an in-person educational program designed to engage audiences with a hands-on learning experience with various types of reptiles and critters.
Attendees will have the unique opportunity to safely interact up close with a variety of venomous animals, non-venomous reptiles and invertebrates. Throughout the show learn about the differences between snakes and lizards, and more. All ages are welcome! Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us.
Bring the whole family, pack a lunch and explore the great outdoors after the show.
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All About Birds at Prado
2026-03-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Calling all nature enthusiasts! Join Regional Parks for a delightful day of birdwatching, learning and discovering the amazing world of birds on Saturday, March 21, from 10-11:30 a.m.
This hands-on event will explore the fascinating lives of our feathered friends through fun activities, birdwatching walks and creative crafts.
Explore our parks and learn about different bird species and their habitats. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and spark curiosity about wildlife, especially for kids! There will also be a Q&A with our naturalist.
All supplies are provided while they last. All ages are welcome. Leashed pets are welcome too!
Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us.
For more information on Regional Parks, visit parks.sbcounty.gov.

Easter Scavenger Hunts at All Parks
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Cucamonga-Guasti, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States
This Easter, Regional Parks is excited to host a new activity giving the entire family an opportunity to participate together in a scavenger hunt following clever clues and solving playful riddles at stations located throughout the park. The scavenger hunt activity replaces the traditional Easter egg hunts and baskets or bags are no longer needed.
The morning scavenger hunt time is 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 5, at all the participating parks below:

Cucamonga-Guasti: 800 N. Archibald Ave., Ontario
Glen Helen: 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy., San Bernardino
Mojave Narrows: 18000 Yates Road, Victorville
Prado: 16700 S. Euclid Ave., Chino
Yucaipa: 33900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa

The duration depends on each participant and how fast the clues are found to crack the Bunny Code word.
CRACK THE BUNNY CODE
To get started, participants will receive one clue card with the first riddle that will lead them to the first location. Each location will have a sign with a QR code that once scanned, will reveal another clue and location. Each QR code also reveals a letter. At the end of the hunt, all the letters will reveal the Bunny’s secret code word. The first 140 participants to Crack the Bunny Code for each time slot at each park will receive a goodie prize. Prizes are limited on a first come, first-served basis.
A Smart phone with a QR code scanning feature is needed. If a participant does not have access to a Smart phone to scan a QR code, paper copies of the clues are available at the gatehouse upon request. There are 11 stations total and the code word contains 11 letters.
The morning and afternoon hunts will have different letters and clues.
FIND THE GOLDEN EGG
One Golden will be hidden somewhere in each participating park between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Find the egg and win an Easter basket.
All ages are welcome! Regional Parks are pet-friendly and are open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Admission is $20 per vehicle and free for those camping with us at Mojave Narrows, Prado and Yucaipa Regional Parks.
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Easter Scavenger Hunts at All Parks
2026-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Cucamonga-Guasti, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States
This Easter, Regional Parks is excited to host a new activity giving the entire family an opportunity to participate together in a scavenger hunt following clever clues and solving playful riddles at stations located throughout the park. The scavenger hunt activity replaces the traditional Easter egg hunts and baskets or bags are no longer needed.
The afternoon scavenger hunt time is 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, at all the participating parks below:

Cucamonga-Guasti: 800 N. Archibald Ave., Ontario
Glen Helen: 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy., San Bernardino
Mojave Narrows: 18000 Yates Road, Victorville
Prado: 16700 S. Euclid Ave., Chino
Yucaipa: 33900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa

The duration depends on each participant and how fast the clues are found to crack the Bunny Code word.
CRACK THE BUNNY CODE
To get started, participants will receive one clue card with the first riddle that will lead them to the first location. Each location will have a sign with a QR code that once scanned, will reveal another clue and location. Each QR code also reveals a letter. At the end of the hunt, all the letters will reveal the Bunny’s secret code word. The first 140 participants to Crack the Bunny Code for each time slot at each park will receive a goodie prize. Prizes are limited on a first come, first-served basis.
A Smart phone with a QR code scanning feature is needed. If a participant does not have access to a Smart phone to scan a QR code, paper copies of the clues are available at the gatehouse upon request. There are 11 stations total and the code word contains 11 letters.
The morning and afternoon hunts will have different letters and clues.
FIND THE GOLDEN EGG
One Golden will be hidden somewhere in each participating park between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Find the egg and win an Easter basket.
All ages are welcome! Regional Parks are pet-friendly and are open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Admission is $20 per vehicle and free for those camping with us at Mojave Narrows, Prado and Yucaipa Regional Parks.
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Prado Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
2026-04-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
San Bernardino County Regional Parks along with Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman is pleased to announce the completion of several projects, including a new gatehouse, monument sign, boat dock, ADA path of travel and snack bar at Prado Regional Park that are part of a larger master plan to modernize the park’s amenities.
To celebrate the completion, Regional Parks will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the public to attend on Wednesday, April 8, at 1 p.m.
Among those speaking at the event will be Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman, who has championed the multi-million-dollar investment at Prado, Congresswoman Norma Torres, who provided federal funding for the new snack bar, Director of Regional Parks Beahta Davis and San Bernardino County Assistant Executive Officer Michael Vu, who oversees Regional Parks.
Davis said, “Regional Parks is excited about these new park amenities. The new park entry ensures safe entry and exit from the park and the new snack bar area will provide an accessible, relaxing area for all to enjoy beautiful views of the lake.”

Ceremony Details

The length of the event at both locations is expected to last from 1-3 p.m.

Gatehouse Ribbon-Cutting Location: This portion of the ceremony will include the speakers and will take place inside the park just beyond the entrance near the new overhead entrance sign.
Boat Dock & Snack Bar Location: This portion of the ceremony will take place at the new boat dock and snack bar area located near the new playground. Parking will be located in Parking Lot 6.
Social mixer and refreshments will follow the ceremony at the snack bar and use of the pedal boats will be available during this time at no charge, on a first come, first-served basis.
Free Park Admission: From noon-6:30 p.m. for all patrons. All attendees are invited to stay and enjoy the park after the ceremony.

Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily. Leashed pets are welcome too.

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Park Advisory Commission Meeting
2026-04-08 14:30 - 15:30 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
This meeting will be held at Prado Regional Park in the multi-purpose room. View agenda.

Create Your Own Herb Garden at Prado
2026-04-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Join Regional Parks at Prado Saturday, April 11, for a fun and educational day of planting, growing and discovering the wonders of herbs! In this hands-on event, kids will learn all about different herbs — how they grow, what they need, and how they can be used in cooking and even crafts!
Each little gardener will plant their own herb garden to take home, choosing from a variety of delicious and fragrant herbs like basil, mint, and thyme. It’s the perfect way to introduce children to the joys of gardening and the magic of fresh, homegrown flavors!
Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. Supplies are provided while they last. All ages welcome!
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Bear Necessities at Prado
2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Join us at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, April 25, as we explore some “beary” important safety tips and tricks when a bear is nearby and how to identify the different types of bears native to our region.
Forget about your worries and your strife when you learn some “paws-itively” wild facts about bears native to North America. We’ll also talk about how to respect our furry wildlife neighbors. It’s a fun way to learn about bear biology and just how necessary the conservation is when recreating outdoors. Plus, we will conduct a field experiment. Join us! It would be unbearable without you!
Admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us at Prado. All ages are welcome, including leashed pets. All supplies will be provided while they last.
Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Bring the whole family, pack a lunch and explore the great outdoors before or after the activity.
For more information on Regional Parks, visit parks.sbcounty.gov, or follow parks on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected with the latest park news and events.

Splash Pads & Snow Cones at Prado
2026-06-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Cool off and play the day away at Regional Parks with a fun-filled day at the splash pad complete with exciting games and refreshing snow cones at Prado Regional Park, Thursday, June 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Whether you’re racing through the splash pad, tossing bean bags or just relaxing in the sun, it’s the perfect way to enjoy outdoor recreation at Regional Parks.

Snow cones are free while supplies last.

Prado Regional Park offers the perfect landscape to spend the day at the park fishing, hiking, biking, on the playground or splash pad, picnicking and grilling. Prado also offers pedal boat rentals for cruising around the lake. Pack the car and come out for this exciting day of exploring the great outdoors.

Prado is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is located at 16700 S. Euclid Ave. in Chino

This event is free for those camping with us. General park admission is $10 per vehicle Mon-Fri, $15 per vehicle Sat-Sun, and $20 per vehicle on holidays.

Follow Regional Parks on Instagram at www.instagram.com/sbcountyparks for the latest park news and event updates.

Family Fish & Wildlife Festival
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Join Regional Parks for the 4th annual Family Fish & Wildlife Festival at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for this family-friendly event that provides hands-on fishing workshops with fishing supplies provided, live demonstrations, animal exhibits, food booths, live music and more.
Activities include archery lessons, games, face painting, arts & crafts, biking and more.
We encourage eventgoers to bring their own chairs, food and snacks and spend the day with us. Food trucks will be on-site for hungry appetites as well.
All ages are welcome! Leashed pets are welcome too!
Park admission is $15 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. Pre-purchase event admission at www.parkreservations.sbcounty.gov/san-bernardino/programs.
Camping reservations can be made online at www.parkreservations.sbcounty.gov.
Prado Regional Park is located at 16700 S. Euclid Ave., Chino.
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Summer Day Camp at Prado
2026-07-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Get ready for a summer full of adventure, creativity, and outdoor fun with Regional Parks three-day Summer Day Camp activities at Prado Regional Park, starting Tuesday, July 14-16, from 11 a.m.

to 1 p.m. Each day, will offer exciting hands-on activities, such as creative crafting, nature-based park exploration and participating in fun interactive group games.

This day camp program is designed to inspire curiosity, encourage teamwork and create lasting memories while exploring the outdoors. Don’t miss this opportunity to make new friends, build confidence and enjoy unforgettable summer adventures at Regional Parks.

All supplies will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring water and/or snacks, wear light cool clothing, comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen. All ages are welcome to join us for this two-hour program each day.

Prado Regional Park offers the perfect landscape to spend the day at the park fishing, hiking, biking, on the playground or splash pad, and picnicking and grilling up your favorite summer food. Prado also offers pedal boat rentals for cruising around the lake.

Pack the car and come out for this exciting day of exploring the great outdoors. Leashed pets are welcome too!

General park admission is $10 per vehicle Mon-Fri, $15 per vehicle Sat-Sun, and $20 per vehicle on holidays. This event is free for those camping with us.

Prado Regional Parks is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Prado is located at 16700 Euclid Ave. in Chino.

For more park and camping information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for parks news and events updates.

Splash Pads & Snow Cones at Prado
2026-08-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Cool off and play the day away at Regional Parks with a fun-filled day at the splash pad complete with exciting games and refreshing snow cones at Prado Regional Park.. Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Whether you’re racing through the splash pad, tossing bean bags or just relaxing in the sun, it’s the perfect way to enjoy outdoor recreation at Regional Parks.
Snow cones are free while supplies last.

Prado Regional Park offers the perfect landscape to spend the day at the park fishing, hiking, biking, on the playground or splash pad, picnicking and grilling. Prado also offers pedal boat rentals for cruising around the lake. Pack the car and come out for this exciting day of exploring the great outdoors.

Prado is open daily from 7:30 a.m.to 8 p.m. and is located at 16700 S. Euclid Ave. in Chino.

This event is free for those camping with us. General park admission is $10 per vehicle Mon-Fri, $15 per vehicle Sat-Sun, and $20 per vehicle on holidays.

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