Lakeridge Park 

Site plan for Lakeridge Park with labeled elements and phasing: grass field, community center, playgrounds, and bike course.
Two people stand under a white canopy tent that reads "www.paradiseprpd.com" at an outdoor event. The table is covered with brochures and a banner featuring the Paradise Recreation and Park District logo. A sign in front says "PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER." The area is dry and open, with trees and dirt surrounding the setup.
October 2024 Outreach on site
A group of people gather under small white canopy tents at an outdoor community event on a clear, sunny day. Informational displays and a sign-in table are set up along a dirt path, with trees and a mountain range visible in the distance.
October 2024 Outreach on site
Two people stand outdoors in front of an informational display board featuring diagrams and images about vegetation or land restoration. One is pointing at the board while the other listens. The scene takes place on a sunny day, with trees and a road in the background.
Updated design concepts at 2024 Outreach
A faint aurora-like pink glow lights up the night sky above a dark landscape with distant mountains, stars scattered overhead, and a few silhouetted trees and structures in the foreground.
Northern Lights over Lakeridge
Site plan for Lakeridge Park with labeled elements and phasing: grass field, community center, playgrounds, and bike course.
Two people stand under a white canopy tent that reads "www.paradiseprpd.com" at an outdoor event. The table is covered with brochures and a banner featuring the Paradise Recreation and Park District logo. A sign in front says "PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER." The area is dry and open, with trees and dirt surrounding the setup.
A group of people gather under small white canopy tents at an outdoor community event on a clear, sunny day. Informational displays and a sign-in table are set up along a dirt path, with trees and a mountain range visible in the distance.
Two people stand outdoors in front of an informational display board featuring diagrams and images about vegetation or land restoration. One is pointing at the board while the other listens. The scene takes place on a sunny day, with trees and a road in the background.
A faint aurora-like pink glow lights up the night sky above a dark landscape with distant mountains, stars scattered overhead, and a few silhouetted trees and structures in the foreground.

 

Lakeridge Park Documents - Updated 8/26/25

Lakeridge site phasing plan.pdf2024-01-05 Lakeridge Concept Plan.pdf

 

Children playing in a scenic park with playground equipment, pathways, trees, and open grassy areas under a blue sky.
Renderings of possible Landscape. Created by Melton Design Group.

The Paradise Recreation and Park District is pleased to announce progress on the Lakeridge Park project in Magalia. Over the years, PRPD applied for at least four funding applications. In November 2021, the State Parks Program ap-proved a $5.2 million grant to fund the project; however, the agreement and subsequent amendments took until December 19, 2023, to become finalized. Since then, the team has been working on design, initiating the permit process, and required studies.


The project has been shaped by a strong focus on community involvement. PRPD staff hosted a variety of public input meetings, including design workshops with school age children and multiple site visits with the community. The park will feature a recreation center, multiple playgrounds, sports courts, a botanical garden, an amphitheater, hiking and biking trails, an interactive fountain, and more.


The District conducted a public site meeting on October 1, 2024, with roughly 25 people visiting the site and the design team sharing information about the new park. This community driven project has been in the works since 2006, with significant input from Upper Ridge residents and volunteers.


Current Project Status As of now, we are in the planning and design phase. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process has been completed, though several permits are still in progress. The site requires a considerable ef-fort to characterize the site building conditions. Geotechnical studies and site visits are in pro-gress with the County.


PRPD is also actively pursuing additional fed-eral funding to construct a resilience center. This facility will serve a broader range of community needs and align with the Upper Ridge Community Plan. The entire project is set for completion by 2028, marking a significant milestone in the recreation and recovery efforts for our region.

 

The image shows a timeline for Lakeridge Park from 2006 to 2019, highlighting key events and grant applications.
A timeline of developments for Lakeridge Park from 2020 to 2022, highlighting community outreach and grant funding approvals.
Timeline of 2023-2024: Brush removal, grant for a Community Resiliency Center, vegetation clearing, and community outreach.
Timeline for Lakeridge Park development from 2025-2028, detailing planning, construction, and opening phases.

ARCHIVED Preliminary Plans:

 

The image features a layout for Lakeridge Park, highlighting amenities like an amphitheater, community building, fountain, and gardens.
Lakeridge Park Preliminary Design for Entrance, Botanical Garden, Amphitheater, Interactive Fountain, Recreation Center
Map of Lakeridge Park in Magalia, CA, showing amenities like trails, multi-use fields, a community center, and recreational areas.
Lakeridge Park Preliminary Design Plan
The image shows a park layout with features like a tot lot, picnic area, sports court, and nature overlook, plus related activities.
Lakeridge Park Preliminary Design for Playgrounds, Sport Court, Group Picnic, Observation Decks
The image is a map of Lakeridge Park, featuring bike trails, natural trails, and bike skill areas, with various trail designs and activities.
Lakeridge Park Preliminary Design for Hiking/Walking/Biking Trails and Pump Track