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El Dorado East gives Long Beach lakes, trails, and picnic space
El Dorado East Regional Park has 388.2 acres with bike trails, fishing lakes, picnic areas, playgrounds, archery, and a nature center.
El Dorado East is the Long Beach park to remember when a small neighborhood green space is not enough. It has room for a full afternoon, especially if your group wants different things to do.
The regional park covers 388.2 acres. It has paved bicycle trails, two stocked fishing lakes, picnic areas, playgrounds, barbecue grills, an archery range, a nature center, and a physical fitness course.
A lake day, a picnic, a bike ride, and a nature-center visit all use the park differently. Choose the part of the park you actually want before leaving home.
Confirm hours, fees, passes, reservations, and any rules ahead of time. That is especially helpful if you are planning a picnic area or arriving with more than one car.
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El Dorado East Regional Park in Long Beach
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