The Redwood Valley Railway is a miniature railroad located in Tilden Regional Park, near Orinda, California. The railway was founded in 1953 and is run by a non-profit organization of volunteers.
One of the District's three oldest parks, Tilden has been called the jewel of the system, and its recreational activities have become a happy tradition for generations of East Bay youngsters. From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone.
The John Muir National Historic Site was the home of John Muir. Muir was born in Scotland in 1838 and came to the High Sierras in 1868. In 1880 he married Louie Strentzel, the daughter of Dr. John Strentzel, well known California horticulturist. By this time Muir was already renowned as a naturalist and writer. John and Louie Muir lived in a small house at Strentzel's fruit orchard.
Point Isabel Regional Shoreline is a popular outdoor recreation area located along the eastern shoreline of San Francisco Bay in Richmond, California. It provides a serene and enjoyable outdoor experience, offering a mix of natural beauty, recreational activities, and a dog-friendly environment.
The Ruth Bancroft Garden is a public garden located in Walnut Creek, California. It was founded in 1972 by Ruth Bancroft, who was a well-known horticulturist and gardener. The garden is spread over 3.5 acres and features a wide variety of succulent and drought-tolerant plants.
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area contains a three-mile hiking trail with an elevation of 760 feet (230 m). The Grove features many large eucalyptus trees, picnic areas, volleyball nets, playgrounds, and horseshoe pits.
Contra Costa County is a county located in the state of California, United States. It is situated in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area and covers an area of approximately 720 square miles. The county has a population of around 1.15 million people, making it one of the largest counties in the state.
Fernandez Ranch is the largest Bay Area park and nature preserve located in Martinez, CA. The park is owned and managed by the East Bay Regional Park District and is located at 1081 Christie Rd, Martinez, CA 94553. The park covers over 700 acres and features a variety of hiking trails, picnic areas, and scenic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
Eckley Pier offers nice picnic and park areas for the family as well as great views of the Carquinez shoreline area and the unending flotilla of boats and ships that traverse this inland waterway.
Richmond is a city located in Contra Costa County, California, United States. It is situated on the northeastern edge of the San Francisco Bay and covers an area of approximately 52 square miles. The city has a population of around 110,000 people.
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline comprises 1,568 acres of bluffs and shoreline along Carquinez Scenic Drive between the town of Crockett and the hillsides overlooking Martinez.
The Town of Danville is located in the San Ramon Valley in Contra Costa County, California. It is one of the incorporated municipalities in California that use "town" in their names instead of "city". The population was 43,582 at the 2020 census.
Hidden Lakes Park features two ballfields, basketball court, sand volleyball court, multi-use field, jogging track, concession building, restroom, two tot play areas, trails to Hidden Valley Park and around the lake and a large parking lot.
A 550-foot pier provides access to great fishing in the San Joaquin River at Antioch/Oakley Regional Shoreline, located just upstream from Highway 160's Nejedly Bridge in Antioch. Fishing, picnicking and kite flying are all favorite pastimes. Fishing from the pier is allowed 24 hours daily.
The Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area is a popular park located in Lafayette, California. The reservoir was created in 1933 when the dam was built across the Arroyo del Hombre Muerto. Today, it is a picturesque destination for hiking, fishing, picnicking, and boating.
Lime Ridge Open Space is 175 acres northwest of Treat Boulevard, in the area between San Miguel and Cowell Roads. Primary access is from a parking lot off of Treat Boulevard.
Rancho San Ramon Community Park is a public park located in San Ramon, California, United States. The park offers a range of recreational facilities and amenities for visitors of all ages, including picnic areas, sports fields, playgrounds, and walking trails.
