Welcome! On land previously operated by the Air Force,
Mather Regional Park has now become the home to a wide range of activities.
Where B-52 bombers once practiced take offs and landings, soaring kites and model
airplanes now fill the sky. Here, civilian golfers yell "Fore!" where
once officers and enlisted men swung their clubs. New homes and businesses are
springing up in the area, and a county-operated airport remains in business
nearby. This 1600 acre park is among the fastest growing in our region, with new
activities and opportunities appearing frequently.
How to Get There
From U.S. Highway 50, take the Mather Field off-ramp. Follow
Mather Field Rd. south to Mather Blvd. and make a left. Make another left on
Douglas Blvd. Take a right on Eagles Nest Road and follow to the park entrance.
Activities
• Eighteen holes await at the Mather Golf Course, a 168-acre
course with plenty of trees.
• Families can enjoy the new group picnic area at the park's entrance. This
lakeside area offers plenty of picnic opportunities for groups and families, and
can be reserved in advance.
• Mather Lake is stocked with bass or trout, depending on the time of year. Off
the beaten path, it is among the area's best-kept secret fishing holes.
• Nature lovers and young children will be thrilled to see the rare vernal pools
and wetlands that dot the area like tiny wild gardens. Watch fish and frogs
alongside these pools, or look closer to discover why the rare fairy shrimp got
its name.
• Come fall and spring, the pools and lake will fill with the sounds of beating
wings and haunting birdcalls, as many migrating birds use Mather Regional Park
as a rest stop on their long journeys. The "bird-brained" will thrill to see
their flight and perhaps add a few new entries to their life-long sightings.
Hours and Fees
The park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. Parking
fees are collected 365 days per year at $4.00 per vehicle.
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