Hiker on a trail on a green grassy field overlooking a beautiful view of a valley patchworked with farm fields and blue mountains in the distance

Public Access Projects

Through public access projects, the Open Space Authority continues to expand and improve visitor access to open space preserves.

Current Public Access Projects

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Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve Expanded Public Access

The Open Space Authority is making accessibility improvements to the Heart’s Delight Trail and other facilities at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve. This project will include providing accessible use areas, and connecting the parking lot, trailhead and interpretive seating and use areas via the Heart’s Delight Trail. Learn more about this project.

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Rancho Cañada del Oro Regional Trail Planning

The Open Space Authority is looking at the feasibility of expanding multi-use access and regional trail connections to the southern portion of Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve, including an area formerly known as Blair Ranch. Learn more about this project.

Completed Public Access Projects

Máyyan 'Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve

In 2023, the Open Space Authority completed the planning, design and construction process for expanded public access to Máyyan 'Ooyákma – Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve. Now open, this preserve offers visitors the chance to visit a largely undisturbed serpentine grassland setting. Learn more about this completed project.

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Llagas Creek Bridge and Hidden Meadow Trail

In 2024, the Open Space Authority completed construction of the new Llagas Creek Bridge and Hidden Meadow Trail at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve. This project connects the Llagas Creek Loop Trail to a newly-installed bridge over Llagas Creek. Learn more about this completed project.

Looking down on a parking lot with two accessible parking spots and a "No Parking" space between them; in the background is a small restroom, a split-rail fence, trees, and a trail kiosk.

Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

The Open Space Authority is committed to ADA compliance across the agency. The ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan project evaluates the Open Space Authority’s public-serving facilities, programs and services and activities for compliance with accessibility standards, pursuant to the Federal ADA Title II and Section 504. Learn more about this completed project here.