Never disappointed with a visit to Jean Sweeney Park. Our daughter enjoys the various play areas as…read moreshe navigates between the different areas, existing in some spaces longer than others. After parking, if you can find a spot, the first play area includes a trampoline, climbing structure, a wide metal slide and an oversized musical chime. To the right, a spacious mesh swing spins with kids constantly filling and spinning it. Directly in front is an ample sand area with a brick barrier surrounding it. To the left are three picnic tables. In front of the sand area is the smaller kids play area which is directly next to the restrooms and water fountain. To the left of the little play area is the zip line. When you go further in to the park, there is a covered area with lots of picnic tables and seating grouped together, more benches and lots of grass to play and explore further. There are paths to ride bikes, scooters, roller blades and skateboards. During warmer weather this park is packed. When we visited, following a prior event, there were already lots of kids on a gray, windy, overcast day. This park is spacious on the interior but parking on the exterior is limited. The parking lot is minimal for the amount of space to explore, which is awesome but makes it difficult to navigate up close parking. Street parking is not really existent unless you enter on the opposite end of the park.

Great park! First time there and my 4.5 yr old daughter loves it. Clean and big playground. Has a…read moretrail to walk around and if you have your doggy, great trail to walk around. Downside to this park, small parking lot!

Fantastic beach for younger kids, and a great option for East Bay residents who aren't up for the…read moretrek into the city or the even longer drive to Santa Cruz. The beach is clean and has useful amenities, including outdoor showers, picnic tables, and restrooms. I haven't actually used the restrooms, so I can't speak to their condition, but I can say I've never noticed trash on the beach, even on busy days. The crowd is generally respectful, which goes a long way. The downside is that the water isn't exactly pristine by appearance, smell, or feel...but you can't have everything. My favorite thing about this beach, aside from the fact that the water isn't freezing, is how shallow it stays. I can wade out with my kid what feels like half a mile and still not feel like we're anywhere close to being too far from shore. P.S. Do NOT forget to pay for parking if you're in the lot. It's yellow, located at the far end, the fee is 5 dollars and it's easy to miss. Also, they don't accept Discover debit.

I absolutely loved cycling along Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach. One of the best features is…read morethe dedicated two-way bike lane along Shore Line Drive. The lane is clearly marked in green and separated with protective barriers, which made me feel safe and comfortable throughout the ride. It's mostly flat, well-paved, and perfect for cyclists of all skill levels. I'm not exactly sure of the distance, but it felt like about 2.5 miles each way, or roughly 5 miles round trip along the beach. The weather was beautiful on a Sunday afternoon, and it was wonderful seeing families, beachgoers, walkers, runners, and fellow cyclists all enjoying the shoreline. There are multiple beach access points, volleyball courts, and plenty of spots to stop and take in the beautiful bay views. One thing to note for dog owners: dogs are not permitted on the beach itself. However, you can still enjoy the area with your pup by walking along the adjacent sidewalk and pathway next to the sandy beach. It's a great way to take in the scenery while following the park rules. The riders I encountered were respectful, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing. If you're looking for a safe, scenic, and enjoyable ride in Alameda, I highly recommend this route. Whether you're cycling, walking, running, or simply enjoying a day by the water, this is a fantastic place to spend time outdoors. Cheers!

I really love this park. + It's in a pretty, clean, serene…read moresetting. There are huge trees and lovely flowers surrounding the park. Traffic seems minimal. + I love that both play structures seem geared towards preschool and elementary age children. I never felt worried with my toddler climbing around. + There's quite a lot to do with swings (both baby and toddler styles), two play structures, a merry-go-round, a few individual merry-go-rounds, and a sandbox. + In addition to the above, there are shovels and pails in the sandbox, chalk, hopscotch, basketball, and picnic benches available for all to use. + Easy parking, right out front. + A child proof gate surrounds most of the park. +++ Clean bathrooms! With SOAP and toilet paper.

This is a nice park in Alameda, but nothing too special about it…read more Pros: There's a separate area for big kids and little kids. There's also a tennis court and picnic tables under lots of shady trees. Cons: Some parts of it look a bit run down. The office had a boarded up door with graffiti, and the picnic tables were not in the best shape.

A true hot girl walk…read more A sweet coastline beginner friendly trail. I love that there are paved and dirt path options that make me feel like a real adventurer (without the rigor). There's not a lot of shade here, so I come when I want to sunbathe with my walk. There's a small community feel. Folks tend to be friendly, often smiling or stopping for a chat. Watch out for the baby squirrels during the spring! I think it takes a while for their instincts to kick in...

Shoreline park is a beautiful walking path and a green belt on Harbor Bay Isle. It's about 6 miles…read morelong and runs into the Harbor Bay ferry. There is a gravel path and cement path for cyclists. On any giving day you can find people walking their dogs, relaxing and watching the beautiful bay and enjoying sunsets. There are several benches throughout the path and they also have restrooms and plenty of trash receptacles. In some sections, they even have picnic tables and barbecue pits. One area also has an outlook and sandbox for children to play in. While out enjoying the path, you can guarantee you will find some beautiful wildlife, and a lot of pictures are taken by photographers and people just blown away by the beautiful view of San Francisco. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a clean, beautiful and romantic path.

This park is absolutely delightful. It sits in the city of Piedmont, which is a bit of unusual city…read moregeographically because it is completely encapsulated by Oakland. It's somewhat of an oasis in Oakland. And this park is an oasis within that. The park isn't huge, but it does the job. Love the trails, great with the dog, and every once in a while, they'll have the food trucks. Parking nearby is easy.

Piedmont park is approx. 15 acres. It is located in downtown, next to the Community Hall, Piedmont…read moreHigh School and Veteran's building. It has many walking paths that take you to different sections of the park - some make you feel you are in a dense forest. It' well maintained and manicured. Many people are sitting on benches or on the grass; park is full of life - vibrant. There is a children's playground, a Japanese Tea Garden, large lawn areas, a football field, and dog runs.

Notable is the skyline views of San Francisco. Very new park near the brewery and 'spirit alley' -…read moreis that what they call it where Almanac is located? Come here for the views. Very pleasant in the evening when the sun is going down. Lots of new apartments in the area - and I suppose that is who this park is mostly for. This area used to be the old Navel Air station. It is slowly getting transformed one park and residence at a time. There is a lot of hidden areas here in the general area that most people probably don't know about. Scolaries food truck I think is one of the bigger highlights.

A great new park in Alameda!!…read more This park sprung up as a result of the Naval Base being shut down, as did all the nearby apartments.. This area is now called Alameda Point. This is a good park, located near the water. It's long, flat, and straight, seems like a good place for skateboarding or the like!! The art structure stands out here. Lots of places to sit here also. A very good addition to this area!!

Best park for kiddies from 1-5…read more There's a gated big playground. The field is big, though the park is not that big. Two nice 3-3 half courts. Ample parking.

This is a cute neighborhood park for all ages. There's a picnic area with a BBQ grill that's…read moreusually used for parties on the weekends. I used to see a couple of homeless folks sitting in this area, but I haven't seen them in quite awhile. The playground is enclosed by a low fence. The ground is some foam material, which I prefer to bark. There's a few swings, slides, and various structures. It's suited for ages 1-8 or so. There's a baseball field and a basketball court and a large grassy area. There are a few benches along a path. There's nothing about this park that really stands out, but it's a great neighborhood park for the kids to have fun and get their energy out.

went for a relaxing time a day in 2020 sincerely your, jennifer landy and i had a grat time iwas…read moreamazed. the park was huge and there were not mant patrons.

Multi-purpose public park in a residential neighborhood. Lincoln Park has a small, free, public…read moreparking lot that is accessed by a single-lane, shared road from Fernside Drive. Street parking is also available on Fernside and at the other entrance on High Street. The park has: a baseball diamond that serves as the home of the Alameda High School Baseball Team, the field also hosts many soccer games on the weekends, a public swimming pool - one home of the Alameda Gators Swim Team, a bocce ball court, bbq and picnic tables, a recently remodeled play-ground, a full-length recently resurfaced basketball court with string nets, a handball court, an enclosed area with exercise contraptions, and 4 pickleball courts for the fastest growing sport in the US. The 4 pickleball courts were converted from 2 tennis courts and have permanent but recently replaced nets. Surfaces are very worn with numerous cracks and can get gritty from sand/dirt blown from the 2 adjacent bocce ball courts. Play is from 8am to dusk and players range from beginner to advanced with mostly intermediate players. Players are friendly and receptive to visitors and beginners. Prospective players put their 4 paddles on the fence under the numbers 1-8 and venture on to court as a 4 person group when courts become available. On occasion, a yellow pickleball with a hook is put above beginner paddles in search of other beginner players. The recently renovated playground has structures to climb, slide, swing on and has a new bark surface. The new structure has nearby benches allowing parents to sit and watch their children play. A rose garden and a grove of Redwood trees are on the High Street side of the park for those looking for some Zen time. Beautiful spot for pictures and picnicking below the redwood trees. FYI - there is a defibrillator in the swim center. Public and clean restrooms are located next to the small parking lot. Restrooms are well maintained as the park maintenance department has equipment and workers based at this location. Overall, a beautiful neighborhood multi-purpose gem of a park... needs PBall court resurfacing though...

Amazing park -- huge and full of charm! There are plenty of picnic tables and spots to sit, and you…read morecan even BBQ here with a beach view. There's a tennis court and a nice fenced dog park, too. Perfect place for a relaxing stroll with your paw buddy. Lots of trees for shade make it super comfortable and plush grass. Washington Park is a hidden gem -- peaceful, relaxing, and one of my favorite spots. Love this place!

Washington Park has been a long time favorite of my family. You have the swings for both bigger…read morekids/adults and then another set for the little ones. You've got a pretty cool baseball field with more field area for some other activities like ultimate frisbee, etc. You've got 2 different play structures and there are bathrooms. There are tables with benches throughout the park and if you'd like to have a party there, you can do so through the parks and rec department. They even have some great basketball courts and I enjoy seeing the pick up games in action! Some sad things are that the bathrooms are never clean. I am not a fan of taking my little ones in there and try to avoid it. I often find drug paraphernalia or needles on the ground and/or tables near the benches, and there's no shade in the park area except for one bench. As much as I love coming here since it is located near businesses like restaurants and we get to run into some friends there, I try to avoid it.

Adorable neighborhood park adjacent to an elementary school. Park on the street and walk on in…read more Great for after your visit to Alameda Beach, right down the street. Baseball diamond, lighted tennis courts, picnic tables, newer bathrooms, 2 play structures, and basketball hoops. The smaller play structure is gated so your little toddlers don't easily escape. There's a sand pit, which the kids love and plenty of things to climb on. Puff the Magic dragon runs through the little kids play area. I really liked that the bathrooms were still open past 6pm (past sunset). What a gem!!

Another very nice park in Alameda that I either start my runs from or run through!!…read more Located right next to Otis elementary school, this park has lighted tennis courts and multiple softball fields, which are a major place for softball games on weekends!! There's also some ping pong tables, picnic tables, a playground, and restrooms here!!