Japanese Garden

In 1959, “Duke” Yoshimura came to work in Micke Grove Park and asked Mr. William Micke for permission to build a Japanese Garden for the Japanese community to show solidarity with the people of San Joaquin County.

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March 4, 2026
Your Feedback Matters: Take the Parks and Recreation Survey!

We want to hear from you! San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation is asking park visitors and community members to take our Park and Facility User Experience Survey. It only takes a few minutes and helps us understand how people experience our parks, facilities, and services. Share your feedback by taking the survey today!

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  • March 4, 2026
    Micke Grove Regional Park closed until 12 p.m. on March 28
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  • February 2, 2026
    Fishing Dock Now Open at Westgate Landing
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  • January 26, 2026
    Stillman Magee Reopens for Day-Use Activities
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The Micke Grove Easter Egg Hunt
March 28, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Get ready for an egg-stra special day! The Micke Grove Easter Egg Hunt hops in on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM with 25,000 candy and toy-filled eggs, kids crafts and activities, face painting, food trucks and of course, the Easter Bunny!

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The Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament
March 7, 2026 | 6:15 AM — 12:30 PM

Come fish 2,500 lbs. of Rainbow Trout and win prizes at our annual Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament on Sat., March 7 at Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park.

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