Mcclymonds Mini Park park
Mcclymonds Mini Park
One of the most notable features of the park is its playground, which is popular among families with young children. The playground includes a variety of equipment, including slides, swings, and climbing structures, as well as a soft surface that reduces the risk of injury.
In addition to the playground, the park also features a basketball court, picnic tables, and a small grassy area that can be used for picnics, games, or simply relaxing in the sunshine. The park is also home to a public art installation, which adds to its unique character.
One interesting fact about McClymonds Mini Park is that it was originally built in the 1960s as a community garden, but was later converted into a park. Despite its small size, the park has played an important role in the community over the years, providing a safe and enjoyable space for residents to gather and play.
The best time of year to visit McClymonds Mini Park is during the spring or summer months, when the weather is warm and sunny. However, the park is open year-round and can be enjoyed in any season.
Overall, McClymonds Mini Park is a great destination for families, couples, or anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable outdoor space in the heart of Oakland. Its convenient location, unique features, and rich history make it well worth a visit.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Mcclymonds Mini Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillespie Youth Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Girls Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pal Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| New Woodland Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wildcat View Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Herms Bsa | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mcclymonds Mini Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mcclymonds Mini Park
What can I do at Mcclymonds Mini Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Mcclymonds Mini Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Mcclymonds Mini Park.