Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is a 222-acre recreation area located at the base of San Pablo Dam in El Sobrante, California. This area features diverse landscapes, including towering eucalyptus groves, oak woodlands, expansive grasslands, and chaparral, providing a varied natural setting for outdoor pursuits. The terrain ranges from flat, paved paths to trails with significant elevation changes, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
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14
hikers
7.14km
01:48
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
hikers
5.01km
01:39
250m
250m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
4.71km
01:18
80m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
10.4km
03:04
270m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
runners
12.7km
01:26
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
runners
11.1km
01:27
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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runners
4.96km
00:37
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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runners
9.97km
01:19
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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36
riders
23.1km
02:06
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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17.9km
01:25
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
16.9km
01:28
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
11.0km
01:09
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
31.7km
03:05
800m
800m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
44.2km
03:20
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
46.7km
03:33
1,080m
1,080m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
29.5km
02:00
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
28.2km
02:08
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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89
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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91
riders
41.9km
02:52
700m
700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

44
riders
22.6km
01:48
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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194
riders
92.0km
04:25
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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141
riders
26.8km
01:11
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

53
riders
35.1km
01:49
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28
riders
39.2km
02:07
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and road cycling. The park spans 222 acres and features diverse landscapes for these pursuits. Komoot users have shared 4 routes for these activities.
Yes, Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area features a variety of hiking trails, from easy to challenging. Notable routes include the Laurel Loop, Kennedy Creek, and Black Oak Trails. The park also serves as a starting point for a segment of the Bay Area Ridge Trail. Find more information in the Hiking in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area guide.
Mountain biking is permitted on multi-use trails within Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area. Trails like the Laurel Loop and Black Oak Trail are open to cyclists. The connection to the Bay Area Ridge Trail further expands mountain biking opportunities. Consult the MTB Trails in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area guide for details.
Yes, Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area offers trails with minimal elevation changes, such as the Laurel Loop, Kennedy Creek, and Black Oak Trails. A flat paved loop trail is also available for easier activities. For specific options, refer to the Easy hikes in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area guide.
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area provides options suitable for families, including trails with minimal elevation changes and a central turf meadow for open space recreation. The park's diverse landscapes offer varied experiences for different age groups. Specific family-friendly routes can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area guide.
Yes, dogs are generally permitted in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, though specific rules regarding leashes and waste disposal apply. It is advisable to check the official park website for the most current regulations. Information on dog-friendly routes is available in the Dog-friendly hikes in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area guide.
The recreation area is characterized by towering eucalyptus trees, oak woodlands, expansive grasslands, and chaparral. Many trails offer picturesque views of the San Pablo Reservoir, and some provide glimpses of San Pablo Bay. A central turf meadow offers additional open space.
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 22,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 4 available routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,100 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, covering various activities and interests. These include Hiking, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and Family-friendly hikes.
The official website for Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is https://www.ebparks.org/parks/kennedy_grove. This site provides detailed information about park facilities, rules, and current conditions. For inquiries, the park's phone number is (888) 327-2757.
Yes, Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is a favored spot for year-round daily jogs, offering a flat paved loop trail in addition to natural surface trails. Road cyclists can access routes that connect to broader cycling networks via the Bay Area Ridge Trail segment. Refer to the Running Trails and Road Cycling Routes guides for more.
The terrain in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is diverse, ranging from flat paved paths to natural surface trails with significant elevation changes. A notable three-mile hiking trail features an elevation of 760 feet (232 meters). Some trails, like Upper and Lower Seafoam, offer steeper ascents, while others have minimal elevation changes.
Many trails within Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area offer picturesque views of the San Pablo Reservoir. Some vantage points also provide glimpses of San Pablo Bay. The varied landscapes contribute to different scenic experiences throughout the park.

