Below you will find detailed updates on all ongoing construction and improvement projects within our parks and recreational facilities. Our focus is on enhancing accessibility, preserving natural resources, and improving infrastructure to ensure high-quality experiences for the community. Here, you can track project progress, view timelines, and learn about key developments as we continue to invest in the future of Riverside County's parks. We invite you to stay informed as we work toward creating sustainable and dynamic spaces for all visitors. For future bids, check out: https://colbisecurebids.com/
CIP Projects
Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) are a key component of RivCoParks commitment to enhancing park infrastructure and public spaces. These projects involve significant investments in the development, renovation, and expansion of facilities to better serve the community. From new park amenities and recreational facilities to environmental restoration and infrastructure upgrades, our CIP initiatives are designed to meet the growing needs of residents and visitors.
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PK-9742 Stagecoach Stop Park at Gilman Ranch
Project Scope: The grant-funded project will result in the development of a new community center, parking, lighting, ADA paths, among other amenities at Gilman Historic Ranch and Wagon Museum
Funding: State of California, Regional Park Program, Prop 68 State of California
Project Budget: $6.05 million
Estimated Completion: 2027
Status: Design development and environmental clearance
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PK-9750 Trujillo Adobe Restoration Project
Project Scope: Rehabilitation of the 1860s Trujillo Adobe
Funding: State of California
Project Budget: $10.4 million
Estimated Completion: 2027
Status: Design development and environmental clearance
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PK-7308 Butterfield Trail – Stoffer Property Staging Area
Project Scope: Environmental and Preliminary Engineering for a staging area and three miles of trail.
Funding: DIF
Project Budget: $239,000
Estimated Completion: 2026
Status: Design development and environmental clearance
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PK-9746 Santa Ana River Trail Phase 2, 2A, 3A
Project Scope: Design development for 3.44-miles of trail in City of Corona (Prado Dam area)
Funding:
Estimated Completion: 2025 (design only)
Status: Design and permitting
Project Environmental Documents
ARPA Projects
ARPA Projects, funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), play a vital role in Riverside County Parks' efforts to enhance infrastructure and community spaces. These projects focus on improving public facilities, expanding access to recreational opportunities, and creating safer, more inclusive environments for all visitors. With ARPA funding, we are accelerating the development of key park initiatives that strengthen and enrich our parks and sites for the benefit of the community. Explore our ARPA projects to see how we are investing in the future of our parks.
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PK-ARPA011 Lake Skinner Boat Launch Repair
Scope of Work: New ADA walking path from the existing parking lot to boat launch #1, new ADA prefabricated restroom with attached back-office space, new ADA fish cleaning station, reconfigure the existing parking lot to meet ADA requirements/compliance and a new drive through exit lane from the boat launch ramps.
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Project Budget: $3 million
Estimated Completion: December 2025
Project Update: Under construction
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PK-ARPA009 Santa Ana River Bottom (SARB) Yard
Project Description: New maintenance shop, office space, and meeting room
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Local Funding
Project Budget: $6.2 million
Estimated Completion: February 2026
Status: Under construction
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PK-ARPA013 Lawlor Lodge ADA Improvements
Project Description: ADA updates to Walts Cabin and Scouts Cabin located in the Lawler Lodge area. Updates include the retrofit of existing cabins to ensure entryways have appropriate widths, restrooms can provide wheelchair access, and a community space can be provided for future facility rental.
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), local funding
Project Budget: $3.2 million
Estimated Completion: February 2026
Project Update: Under construction
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PK-ARPA016 Hidden Valley Nature Center Proposal
Project Scope: Install a new prefabricated restroom, construct a new septic system for the restroom, reconfigure the existing parking lot to meet ADA requirements/compliance, renovate/beautify the existing entry area, construct new ADA compliant concrete walking paths, construct new outdoor classroom with shade structure, construct new art area with shade structure, renovate existing Amphitheater to meet ADA compliance and install new shade structures.
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), local funding
Project Budget: $2.5 Million
Estimated Completion: February 2026
Project Update: Under construction
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PK-ARPA015 Lake Cahuilla Master Plan and Amenities Update
Project Scope: Project includes master plan for park which will be its own stand-alone RFP (In progress), pool repairs and ADA updates, restroom modernization, fishing area improvements, playground upgrades, slurry and re-striping of roadways and parking lots, campground amenity upgrades, basketball and pickleball court, and enhanced landscaping.
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), CID
Project Budget: $11.5 million
Estimated Completion: December 2025
Status: Under construction
Feasibility Study
A feasibility study is a crucial first step in evaluating potential projects for RivCoParks. It assesses the practicality and sustainability of proposed initiatives by analyzing key factors such as environmental impact, financial viability, technical requirements, and community benefits. By conducting a detailed review of each project's scope, cost, and alignment with organizational goals, feasibility studies help ensure informed decision-making and responsible use of resources. This process also identifies potential challenges early, allowing for adjustments that improve the likelihood of successful project implementation while maintaining the highest standards of environmental stewardship and public service.
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PK-ARPA006 OHV Feasibility Study
Project Description: Project continues on previous 2022 OHV Feasibility Study where over 30 sites were studied and was narrowed down to four. This feasibility study further dives into the four sites plus an additional two that were added later. The sites include Double Butte Site, Banning North Site, Banning South Site, Coachella South, San Timoteo, and Rochelle Site. This feasibility study requests that a consultant narrow down the best site plus one alternative.
Funding: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), local funding
Project Budget: $500,000
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
Project Update: Community meeting to be scheduled for February 2026.
Learn more about this project at the following website: https://www.rivcoohv.org/
Partner Projects
Partner Projects highlight collaborative efforts that enhance Riverside County’s parks, trails, and open spaces. Working alongside local agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations, these projects expand recreational opportunities, improve access, and support long-term stewardship of our natural and cultural resources.
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Santa Ana River Basin - Riverside Levees Rehabilitation Project
Project Description: This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) led Santa Ana River Basin- Riverside Levees Rehabilitation Project will rehabilitate damaged portions of the Federally constructed Riverside Levee 1 (West levee) and Riverside Levee 2 (East levee), collectively the "Riverside Levees," which are part of the Santa Ana River levee system. Approximately 9,000 feet of the West levee will be rehabilitated starting from Market Street and continue southwesterly downstream to just past Capary Road. Approximately 4,000 feet of the East levee will be rehabilitated starting from the County line and continue southwesterly downstream to approximately Columbia Avenue. This project also includes a short reach of the East levee between Market Street and State Route 60. Levee rehabilitation will include replacing and grouting the existing levee rock slope protection, as well as extending the rock slope protection.
Two temporary detours are now open to allow continued access through the area:
• Detour 1: Riverside Avenue/Main Street to Columbia Avenue (exhibit below)
• Detour 2: Market Street Bridge to CA Highway 60 (exhibit below)
Both detours are marked with signage and are expected to remain in place until approximately July 2026. Detours will be removed, and the Santa Ana River trail, will reopen as soon as work in each area is complete.
Learn more about this project at the following website: https://rcflood.org/santa-ana-river-basin-riverside-levees-rehabilitation-project
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Mission Boulevard Bridge Project
Project Description: A vital river crossing connecting the cities of Jurupa Valley and Riverside, the aging 70-year-old Mission Boulevard bridge was deemed seismically deficient and in need of replacement. Together, the County of Riverside and the cities of Jurupa Valley and Riverside will rebuild it to current bridge standards with improved safety and access for all users.
Project benefits:
State-of-the-art design | Improves motorist safety with raised center median and shoulders | Safe access for pedestrians, equestrians, and cyclists with a separated multipurpose trail | Seamless tie-in with the Santa Ana River trail