El Dorado Ranch Park gets new landscaping and irrigation

El Dorado Ranch Park on Oak Glen Road is undergoing the first phase of a landscaping and irrigation project. Landscape architect Steve Franken said in addition to shrubs and wildflowers, three varieties of trees will be included in the landscape project.

The three varieties of trees to be planted include 42 shade trees the western red bud, coastal live oak and sycamore. A wildflower mix on the slope will help stabilize erosion and will be included in the phase.

This is an extension of the jewels of the city and its going to provide trail access and restroom facilities for this part of town, said Frenken. The park is designed for equestrians, hikers and bikers. There are 4.1 miles of beautiful trails.

The project also includes six concrete picnic tables and two combination trash receptacles, which are bear-proof. The irrigation system will be an efficient drip system and is included in the project and will be done by contractor Green Go.

This project, funded by a State Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program grant and Parks Capital Replacement Funds, includes the installation of the irrigation system, landscaping and decomposed granite surfacing at the El Dorado Ranch Park.

The work is slated for completion by early November. The majority of it should be done in time for the Romp, Stomp and Bark event to be held at EL Dorado Ranch Park later this month.

The second phase of El Dorado Ranch Park will include group camping. There is no final design or timetable for the second phase.

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El Dorado Ranch Park gets new landscaping and irrigation