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Highlights & Gratitude: Fall Festival & Car Show Recap
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Hesperia Fall Festival & Car Show this past Saturday at Hesperia Lake Park! Β We had an incredible day filled with beautiful cars, Live Performances, great food, shopping, and amazing community energy. Events like this arenβt possible without strong partnerships, and we want to extend a huge thank you to High Desert Second Chance for their incredible support and for hosting such a fantastic costume contest! Β We also want to give a massive shoutout to all of our amazing vendors who brought so much variety, flavor, and fun to [...]
Free Food Distribution This Saturday!
We are proud to partner with SALVA to host a free Food Drive for our community. Join the Hesperia Recreation & Park District and SALVA this weekend to pick up essential items for your family. Saturday, October 24 10:00 AM β 12:00 PM Lime Street Park (16292 Lime St, Hesperia, CA 92345) No registration is required, COME WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. From our family to yours, we look forward to serving you! For questions, feel free to call us or reach out to SALVA at (760) 960-9474 or visit https://www.salvaorganization.org.
State Lobbying Efforts Result in Storm Releif Funding
Big news for our parks and community! The Hesperia Recreation and Park District is incredibly grateful to receive $885,000 in state funding to support critical Storm Damage Repair for all our parks District Wide! We want to extend a massive thank you to Assemblymember Tom Lackey, Assemblymember John Harabedian and Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares for their dedication to the High Desert and for securing these vital resources from Sacramento. Additionally, we would like to extend a special thank you to our General Manager Robert Hernandez, the HRPD Board of Directors, and the Rojas Communications Group for their collaborative advocacy and [...]
The New Outdoor Fitness Center at Lime Street Park is Officially OPEN!
ποΈββοΈ The new outdoor Fitness Center at Lime Street Park is officially OPEN! A huge thank you to everyone who worked hard to bring this project to life. Weβre one step closer to an even better park experience! Next up, the completion of the Art Walk and the Splash Pad! π¨π¦ Come check out the new workout equipment today! πͺ
Planning to Use Uber or Lyft for The EVENTS This Weekened?
Heading to Hesperia Days Jaripeo Rodeo Weekend or the American Music Festival and planning to use Uber or Lyft? For a smoother arrival and departure experience, please use the designated rideshare pickup and drop-off location: π 34.384261, -117.252125 Save the location before you arrive and coordinate your pickup or drop-off directly through your rideshare app. Join us for a weekend of live entertainment, community celebration, great food, fireworks, and family-friendly fun at Hesperia Lake Park. π Tickets are available for purchase at: Lime Street Community Center Hesperia Lake Store Ayala's Bar & Grill
NO FISHING at Hesperia Lake Park from September 18β20, 2026
π£ ATTENTION ANGLERS π£ Please be advised that there will be NO FISHING at Hesperia Lake Park from September 18β20, 2026. The lake will be temporarily closed to fishing so our community can celebrate two major events: Hesperia Days 2026 and the Hesperia Days Jaripeo Rodeo! We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we host these exciting festivities. Grab your family and friends, and come join the fun instead!
CATFISH STOCKING VIDEO! π£
Β Check out the video of our stocking of 1,000 lbs. Channel Catfish from this past Friday, July 31st! π A big thank you to Pacific Aquafarms for supplying these healthy fish! Keep your eyes peeled and hold onto your rods, the legendary 50-pound monster "Catzilla" is still out there swimming below the surface after escaping a lucky angler's basket last week! π Park & Fishing Hours Lake Store & Fishing Hours: 6:00 AM β 8:00 PM (Monday β Sunday). Friday & Saturday Night Fishing: Special sessions are open from May 22 to September 12, 2026. π΅ Fees [...]
From Viral Post to Major News: KTLA 5 Picks Up Hesperia Lake Parkβs “Catzilla” Story
Our recent social media update about the scale-breaking catch at Hesperia Lake Park has officially gone viral, catching the attention of major news outlets across Southern California. KTLA 5 News broadcasted the story to television and digital audiences statewide after tracking our initial community updates. Javier Antonio Fuentes reeled the massive 30-pound channel catfish on Sunday, July 26, 2026. The trophy fish was so heavy that it famously broke the park's scale during the official weigh-in. While our followers were the first to know about the incredible 30-pound catch, KTLA's report confirmed what local anglers have been whispering about [...]
π One Last Night of Movie Magic! π
The countdown is on, Hesperia! Join the Hesperia Recreation & Park District for the final Movies in the Park event of the summer as we wrap up another incredible season with a FREE showing of Disney & Pixar's Elio at Hesperia Civic Plaza Park. π Saturday, July 25, 2026 π Food trucks open: 7:00 PM π¬ Movie begins at sunset π Hesperia Civic Plaza Park ποΈ FREE Admission Gather your family, invite your friends, and enjoy one last unforgettable evening under the stars. Arrive early to grab a bite from local food truck vendors, find the perfect spot on the [...]
Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026 Flag Football season!
Ready for some football? πβ¨ Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026 Flag Football season! Get your kids out on the field to learn new skills, make friends, and stay active this fall. Here are the key details: β’ Registration: June 1st through July 14th β’ Season: October 3rd through November 21st β’ Ages: 5β14 (Must turn league age by October 3rd) β’ Location: Hesperia Community Park (10200 Datura Road) Pricing: $83.00 for Residents | $93.00 for Non-Residents (plus processing fee). Spots fill up fast, so don't wait until the deadline! Secure your childβs spot today.
