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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April 28, 2025
Welcome to our new website!

San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation is pleased to welcome you to our new website!

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  • April 14, 2025
    Japanese Garden closed April 14 - May 2
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  • April 12, 2025
    Paddleboats return to Shumway Oak Grove
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  • March 8, 2025
    Oaks Playground Closed
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Astronomy In The Park - May
May 3, 2025 | 8 PM — 11 PM

View the planets and stars through giant telescopes thanks to the Stockton Astronomical Society at Astronomy In The Park.

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Valley Oaks 101: Spring
May 4, 2025 | 1 PM — 2 PM

Interested in the plants and animals that call this habit home? Then join us for Valley Oaks 101: Spring on Sunday, May 4 at 1 p.m. at the Yokuts Trail, Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park.

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