Stivers Lagoon Nature Area - Fremont, CA - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

In 1956, the year Fremont was incorporated, Simeon Stivers’ granddaughter sold part of the undeveloped land to Alameda County Flood Control. They in turn leased the land to the newly incorporated City of Fremont for use as a nature area in Central Park. In 1960, Central Park included only 12 acres of land with a Community Center. Today, the park area has grown to 450 acres which include: a 40 acre nature area at Stivers Lagoon, a Swim Lagoon, four playground areas, an 88 acre lake, sports complex, soccer fields, tennis courts, lawn areas, and picnic areas. The creation of Lake Elizabeth in 1968, caused the most damage to the marsh at Stivers Lagoon. Mission Creek was rerouted through the marsh which allowed the marsh to drain more rapidly and dry during the summer. This allowed more upland plants and trees to grow in the former marsh area. In 1971 the park won an award for its beauty and design. The Candlelighters donated $20,000 towards construction of the nature observation boardwalk into the marsh area and the kiosk near the natural education area. These two structures were built by both volunteer labor and donations. Unfortunately over the past twenty -five years the boardwalk and the kiosk have fallen into disrepair due to a lack of maintenance of this vital area. Currently the City of Fremont, in partnership with the Math/Science Nucleus, is working to restore the wetlands at Stivers Lagoon. The goal is to develop and provide an outdoor education program and to reestablish the natural environment for future generations to enjoy." (visit link)

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 40 acres Is there a trail system?: No What points of interest are there?: marsh land Gazebo Interpretive signs What activities are available?: Walking List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Bugs Dogs Allowed?: No Is a permit/fee required?: No If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Not listed Hours of accessibility?: Not listed If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed Please supply the website of the land if available: Not listed

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