WOODLAND, CA (MPG) – The Yolo County Parks Division is excited to announce the reopening of the Knights Landing Boat Launch on Friday, October 9 at 8:00 a.m. The site has been closed since July 27 and was expected to remain closed until October 30, however construction crews were able to finish three weeks early. Construction of the project was funded in part by a $1.45 million grant from the California Wildlife Conservation Board.

New improvements at the Boat Launch include: a gangway and boarding float centered in the middle of the ramp to allow put-ins and take-outs on both sides; permanent vault restroom; water well and hook-ups for a park host; chip sealed parking lot; ADA parking stalls and walkways; rip rap along the bank of sycamore slough and the boat ramp; entrance sign; and landscaping. An upgraded security camera system will be installed shortly as well as an interpretive panel sign highlighting migratory fish found near Knights Landing. The Parks Division is still awaiting final permit approval from the State on the new vault restroom, in the meantime portable units will be available for the public to use.

“We had a small window of time to construct this project,” said General Services Director Kevin Yarris. “State and Federal permit requirements limited in-water construction activities to August 1 through October 15. We are thrilled that our contractor was able to finish ahead of schedule so that the public can again enjoy this space.”

Day use parking fees are $12 per vehicle and can be purchased at the automated pay station. Annual passes may be purchased at the Parks Division Office at 120 West Main Street, Suite D, Woodland, CA 95695 every Monday and Tuesday between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or by calling (530) 406-4880. Discounted annual pass rates are available for seniors (65+) and Yolo County residents. There is no parking fee for vehicles displaying a disabled parking placard. Those that enjoy bank fishing at the site will have to wait approximately four weeks to allow for successful habitat restoration and seeding to take root. 

Additional information about the project can be found on the Yolo County Parks website at: www.yoloparks.org. Questions about the project can be directed to: (530) 406-4880 or [email protected]. Connect with the Yolo County Parks Division on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/yolocountyparks. 

About Yolo County Parks: Yolo County Parks is a division of the General Services Department and maintains approximately 2,000 acres of parks and other open spaces throughout Yolo County, including access to creeks and boat launches. The Yolo County Parks Division operates and maintains the Knights Landing Boat Launch facility on behalf of the State of California Department of Fish and Wildlife under a long-term lease agreement. Yolo County Parks aims to protect natural resources and improve quality of life for Yolo County residents and visitors alike.