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# Benicia State Recreation Area

Solano · California Department of Parks and Recreation

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Visitor advisoryFacilities

### Benicia State Recreation Area: Picnic area and Dillon Point trail work

Park-specific information

- [Picnic area and Dillon Point trail work](https://caparks.org/parks/benicia-state-recreation-area)

Two accessibility projects affect the picnic area and the Bay Area Ridge Trail at Dillon Point. The source projects picnic-area completion in mid-May 2027 and trail completion before the end of 2026; these are estimates.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=476)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

Visitor advisoryFacilities

### Benicia State Recreation Area: Glen Cove Waterfront Enhancement Project area

Park-specific information

- [Glen Cove Waterfront Enhancement Project area](https://caparks.org/parks/benicia-state-recreation-area)

The multiyear restoration project may involve temporary area closures and treatment work. Check project notices for the specific work area and timing; the source does not establish a park-wide closure.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=476)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation

**Telephone**: [(707) 648-1911](tel:7076481911)

**Hours**: Daily: 8am - Sunset

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=476)

We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.07809&lon=-122.19326)

## About Benicia State Recreation Area

Benicia State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for Solano, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access.

## Activities & facilities

[Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Picnicking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/picnicking)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Biking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/biking)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)En route CampsitesRV AccessParkingRestroomsDrinking Water AvailablePicnic AreasBeach AreaVista PointNature & Wildlife ViewingFamily ProgramsBike TrailsHiking Trails

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=476)

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Plan for campground and visitor-service changes

Separate overnight access, sanitation, boat slips, and maintenance when checking a park’s visitor services.

Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/campgrounds-and-visitor-services)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026.

- [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026

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## Nearby parks.

Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary.

[All parks](https://caparks.org/parks)

[Solano

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Interpretive programs · Museums](https://caparks.org/parks/benicia-capitol-state-historic-park)

[Marin

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Camping · Boating](https://caparks.org/parks/china-camp-state-park)

[Alameda · Contra Costa

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Boating · Interpretive programs](https://caparks.org/parks/mclaughlin-eastshore-state-park-state-seashore)