Mission Statement

The Monterey County Parks Department maintains stewardship over a system of county parks. These outdoor recreation resources are managed to preserve, promote, and interpret the natural, historical, and cultural values of Monterey County. They are operated to provide opportunities for the public's enjoyment, inspiration, education, personal development and cultural enrichment.

General Information 

Call: (831) 755-4895

Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Chief of Parks

Bryan Flores
Phone: (831) 796-6425
Email: FloresB1@countyofmonterey.gov

Parks Administrative Operations Manager (North County)

Micah Beardsall
Phone: (831) 755-4911
Email: Beardsallm@countyofmonterey.gov

Parks Administrative Operations Manager (South County)

Nathan Merkle
Phone: (831) 755-5462
Emai: MerkleN@countyofmonterey.gov