Fernandez Park
Fernandez Park is the 6-acre park at the centre of Old Town Pinole, at 595 Tennent Avenue, and it is the one most visitors actually use. Pinole Creek runs through it, crossed by a footbridge where ducks gather, and the gazebo at its centre can be booked. It is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily — city ordinance makes it unlawful to be in any Pinole park outside those hours.
What is in the park
What is in the park is a great deal for six acres, which is why it doubles as the town's events ground.
- Playground, softball and basketball courts.
- Gazebo and stage, both rentable.
- BBQ grills and picnic tables.
- Restrooms and drinking fountains.
- The footbridge over Pinole Creek.
- The Pinole Senior Center, across the creek at the far end.
Renting the gazebo or BBQ area
Renting the gazebo or the BBQ area is handled by the city on a first-come, first-served basis. Rates are $20 an hour for Pinole residents and $25 an hour for non-residents, with lighting at $15 an hour where it applies. Fees and the completed application are due at the time of booking, cancellations need 48 hours' notice, and rainouts get rescheduled.
Bookings go through the Recreation Coordinator on (510) 340-1554 or [email protected].
The Fernandez name
The Fernandez name reaches back to the family that built Pinole's waterfront trade. Bernardo Fernandez, a Portuguese immigrant who arrived in the 1850s, bought this land from the Martinez-Tennent family. In the 1930s his son, Dr. Manuel Fernandez, donated the parcel to the city for use as a park, and it has served that purpose ever since. The park was substantially rehabilitated in 1990.
The same family's mansion still stands at the end of Tennent Avenue, a few minutes' walk from the park gate.
Parking and what visitors say
Parking, and what visitors say about it, is the one recurring complaint. The lot fills on busy afternoons, though street parking nearby usually absorbs the overflow. Visitors rate the park 3.4 out of 5 across 29 Yelp reviews, with the creek bridge and the gazebo drawing the warmest comments.
Where to Stay Near Fernandez Park
Where to stay near Fernandez Park comes down to three motels. Gables Motel is about a 25-minute walk from the park gate, and the other two Pinole motels are a short drive away by their I-80 exits. places to stay within walking distance of Old Town — compared on rates, amenities and guest scores.
motel6pinole.com is an independent visitor guide. It is not operated by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Motel 6, G6 Hospitality or any property listed. Booking links go to Expedia and earn us a commission.
Sizes, hours and rental rates compiled August 2026 from the City of Pinole. Rates change; confirm with the Recreation Coordinator before booking.