Overview
- California State Parks reopened the polo field, main lawn, picnic areas and about 4.2 miles of trails, with hiking, biking and equestrian access on select segments.
- About 4.8 miles of trails remain closed as repairs continue, including the Backbone Trail and the Rivas Canyon/Temescal route.
- Saturday’s soft opening features guided history walks, a polo demonstration and free refreshments, with free entry, limited parking and daily hours from 8 a.m. to sunset.
- Officials report the fire burned nearly the entire park, destroyed the 31-room Ranch House and stables, and led to the removal of roughly 300 severely damaged trees.
- Debris processing by the U.S. Army Corps concluded in early September after handling material from more than 4,400 lots and over 10,000 felled trees, and about 150 rescued artifacts are secured in Sacramento as long-term rebuilding proceeds.