Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area provides off-roading opportunities in the Diablo Range. Located in southern Alameda and San Joaquin counties, it is one of eight state vehicular recreation areas (SVRAs) administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. With a diversity of terrain ranging from rolling hills to steep canyons, Carnegie has become a popular destination for off-road enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area provides off-roading opportunities in the Diablo Range. Located in southern Alameda and San Joaquin counties, it is one of eight state vehicular recreation areas (SVRAs) administered by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. With a diversity of terrain ranging from rolling hills to steep canyons, Carnegie has become a popular destination for off-road enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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Electric Charging Station
Park Store
The MotoMart at Carnegie is a general store centrally
located in the park. The store sells parts and accessories,
apparel, safety gear, hot and cold food and drinks, and
firewood. Full maintenance and repair services are
available for bikes and ATVs. Compressed air is free
and available during business hours. Call MotoMart at
(925) 455-1318 for information and store hours, or visit
their website at www.motomartatcarnegie.com.
Carnegie brick was used to build some of California’s
most beautiful buildings. While the foundation of the
brick works is all that can be seen of the old Carnegie
Brick and Pottery Company, the company’s legacy
continues in stately buildings such as the Oakland
Hotel, the Los Angeles County Natural History
Museum, and the Carnegie Libraries in Livermore
and Lodi.
Dump Stations
There are no dump stations in the park.
Recreational Opportunities
Air Stations
An air station is available at the western end of the park,
just outside the park maintenance yard. Compressed air
is also available at the park store during business hours.
OHV
4x4 Area
The 4x4 play area is located at the east end of the park.
The area includes an obstacle course with features such
as the stairsteps, frame twister, rock crawl, and a sand pit.
Please remember that if you get stuck, you are responsible for getting yourself out. 4x4 vehicles, golf carts, and
side-by-sides are limited to operation on the valley floor.
Special Events
Many special events are held at Carnegie SVRA throughout the year. For more information about holding an
event or obtaining a special event permit, please contact
the park.
In the early 1940s motorcyclists began riding on the
clay soils of Corral Hollow which were ideal for offhighway recreation. In 1970 the Carnegie site became
a private motorcycle park known as Carnegie Cycle
Park. The park was purchased by the state in 1979 and
Carnegie SVRA opened in 1980.
National Championship Hillclimbs are held at Carnegie
SVRA in the spring and the State Championship
Hillclimbs take place in the fall.
Park Resources
Getting Involved
Carnegie SVRA offers a number of opportunities for community involvement. Park volunteers assist with safety
patrols and park stewardship. For more information
contact the park at (925) 447-9027.
Motorcycle and ATV Tracks
Tracks for dirt bikes and ATVs are available on the valley
floor.
Motocross Track - This popular track is open to motorcycles only. Organized competitive events are held on
some weekends causing periodic closures to the public.
Please contact the park at
(925) 447-9027 for a schedule of upcoming events.
ATV/Motorcycle Track Open to both ATVs and
motorcycles.
• 70cc Track - This track is limited to motorcycles and
ATVs 70cc and under.
• 110cc Track - This track is limited to motorcycles and
ATVs 110cc and under.
Trials Area
Trials riders have a designated area where they can
practice their skills and control techniques on a variety
of obstacles. This area can only be accessed through the
special event parking lot.
Carnegie SVRA offers Junior Ranger
programs, ATV and dirt bike training
programs, and educational opportunities through local community
and historical special events. For
more information about outreach
programs, please contact the park at
(925) 447-9027 or visit our website at
www.ohv.parks.ca.gov/carnegie.
Rains and flooding may force temporary closures of part
or all of the park. During the rainy periods it is advisable
to call ahead or follow our Facebook page link on the
park’s website at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov/carnegie to
determine if the park is open.
Staging areas are located throughout the valley floor. Other facilities in the valley include
picnic tables, shade ramadas, and restrooms. Loading
ramps are also available at various locations.
Day use hours vary depending upon the time of year.
The park is closed to OHV recreation after sunset.
Camping
Campers can rest from a day’s riding at Carnegie’s campground. There are 25 designated campsites available
on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites are equipped
with a picnic table, shade ramada, and fire ring. Potable
water, flush toilets, and showers are provided near the
campsites. The coin-operated showers require quarters.
No water filling stations or hook-ups are available.
Fire / Firewood Restrictions
Fires are allowed in the fire pits provided or in contained
barbeques. Open ground fires are not allowed. If you
plan to barbeque, you must make provisions to remove
your used coals as they cannot be left in the park.
Gathering of downed wood and burning pallets of
wood, fiber, or plastic are prohibited. So remember, if
you plan to have a fire at the park, you will need to bring
your own firewood. Only wood and untreated wood
products – free of metal, petroleum products, or other
If you find an artifact, please leave it in place and report
it to park staff.
