County Park Fees Increase For First Time In Decade

SAN DIEGO, CA — Some fees increased Tuesday at parks in San Diego County. User fees went up for boating rentals, camping, fishing permits, parking and sport facilities.

It's been a decade since fees were raised at county parks, according to San Diego County Parks and Recreation.

"The increase helps parks keep pace with rising costs while continuing to deliver best-in-nation outdoor and recreation spaces at a good value when compared to similar park systems," a county statement read.

Most of the fee increases are a few dollars, according to the county. For example, day use parking will increase from $3 per day to $5 per day. An RV partial hook-up campsite will increase from $29 to $35.

"Revising the fees will also make things simpler by including up to two pets and one extra vehicle as part of your camping reservation," according to the county.

Parks and Recreation maintains 158 facilities across more than 58,000 acres of land and 389 miles of trails.