This is a pretty active park in North Oakland, not far from the Berkeley border!!…read more There is a recreation center here along with tennis courts, baseball fields, and basketball courts. Every time I come here on nice days, the tennis courts are always full. This is a very active neighborhood park!!

Bushrod is a great park, with something for everyone and a vibrant scene. Truly a gem in Oakland.read more

Oakland's Little League baseball for kids aged 5-15. NOLLSOLL (North Oakland Little League/ South…read moreOakland Little League) is a non-profit parent volunteer run and operated organization for kids. There is a division for every age and skill level. T-Ball (kids aged 5-6), coach pitch Farm A and Farm B (kids aged 6-9), developmental kid pitch Minors AA and Minors AAA (kids aged 8-11), competitive Majors / official Little League (ages 10-12), Intermediate 50/70 (ages 12-13), Juniors (ages 13-14) and Seniors (ages 15-16). From AA onward there are post-season playoffs against other NOLLSOLL teams in your division to determine that division's champion, a single-elimination Tournament of Champions against the division champions of other local Little Leagues in the East Bay (Albany, Martinez, Walnut Creek, Alameda, Lafayette, etc) and a double-elimination All-Star team tournament against the All-Star teams of other Little Leagues. The regular season and playoffs run primarily in Spring; the Tournament of Champions and All-Stars tournaments are in early Summer. Teams generally practice twice on weekdays and play one or two games on weekends. There is a one-week Spring Break which follows OUSD's schedule. There is also a less competitive, more casual preseason in the Fall for kids ascending to AA, AAA, or Majors. Most of the Oakland baseball kids who eventually play travel ball also play for NOLLSOLL in the Spring and early Summer. It is okay to do both Little League and travel ball; the competition and the coaching are generally the same.

This place was recommended by a friend from our pickleball group, and I'm glad we checked it out!…read more The young gentleman who helped us was friendly, knowledgeable, and very patient in answering all of our questions. One of the best things they offer is their demo paddle rental program. You get 30 days to try different paddles and can check out up to three at a time. During that period, you can come back and swap them out as many times as you'd like to find the right fit for your game. The rental fee is applied back to your account as store credit once you return the paddles, which can be used toward a future purchase. Just keep in mind there is a $2 per day late fee if you return them after the rental period. They also sell demo paddles at discounted prices, so it's worth keeping an eye out if you're looking for a good deal and don't necessarily need a brand-new paddle. This is a great option for anyone getting into pickleball or looking to upgrade their equipment without making a blind purchase. I'll definitely be back!

Love being able to rent and test out paddles. I appreciate that a credit is applied to the serviceread more

I was here for the Annual Celebrity Sweat Flag Football Game featuring Dwight Howard's team vs…read more Quavo's team, which included athletes, entertainers, and influencers. The stadium is very clean, and the layout makes it easy to get around without feeling chaotic. Parking was smooth thanks to the nearby parking garage, which made arrival and departure stress free. The exterior of the stadium has a classic, almost Rome Coliseum-like vibe that gives it a grand, historic feel as you navigate around. Food wise, I decided to try the chicken tenders with a side of tater tots. The chicken tenders were decent, and the tater tots were too crunchy like it was overcooked. All in all, it's a nice stadium with good facilities, clean spaces, and a beautiful stadium exterior that stands out. It's worth a visit for games and special events, even if the concession food could use some improvement.

We attended a recent CAL game for the home opener and what a cool experience to also checkout the…read morenew Oski's Village x Football Fan Fest Zone essentially located right across the street from the Stadium on CAL's campus. Oski's Village is open three hours before kickoff for every home game. Our experience featured a chicken and waffle food truck, local brews from Almanac, an amazing live music performance (and conga line thru the crowd), an Oski appearance, fun kiddo/adult lawn games/entertainment, photo ops, and more festivities. It's been a minute since I've been to this Stadium, and I will say it's a beauty! I dig the local collabs with food and bev, awesome staff, and just nostalgic feels within the interior/exterior. And the marching band...the marching band! We def sat in the nosebleeds, but even the crowd is super cool and kiddo-friendly. There's just something about a hometown college team that you can't do anything but smile and root for..also, my college didn't have a football team so maybe that's a bias :)) All in all, Oski's Village made it quite the experience for everyone..appreciate game day inclusivity for young ones too! We took BART to/from the game, supporting East Bay transpo + athletics thru and thru. Highly recommend purchasing tickets ahead of time!

The Lake Temescal loop is a beautiful easy-medium short walk that's a little over a mile…read more As you walk the only partially paved trail you'll see a ton of wildlife (ducks and fish) and quite a few dogs being walked as well as a waterfall water feature. The views are picturesque and it's quite serene for how busy it is. The second half of the trail (after you loop around near the fallen tree) isn't paved and in poor weather would be likely too muddy to be particularly safe, so I would probably walk elsewhere after a good rain or while it's drizzling. All in all, we had nevr been to this lake before and it was gorgeous so we fully intend to return!

The waterfall and the beach area were a nice surprise. Looking forward to going there again.read more

For a college baseball stadium it's alright. I would recommend to sit higher up on the bleachers…read morebecause the first handful of rows gives you no views unless you like to see the players backs and just see the baseball flying. Usually a nice crowd pops up from time to time. They got plenty of food insight and even some merchandise. Outside there's a ticket booth and security. Try not to bring too much but it's usually laid back but don't quote me too much. You can sit anywhere and there's ADA seating as well. A nice sundown and some baseball with a beer I would call it a nice little evening. I believe on Tuesdays the hot dogs are two dollars. I like the little grassy area to sit and picnic behind home plate. If you're a UC Berkeley student the games are free with your student ID.

Cal vs ASU baseball, I got lucky with parking, not a bad field to watch, not a ton of seating,…read moreambience so-so, food nah.

you will never miss the Edward's Stadium as you stroll through Berkeley and its beautiful college…read morecampus. there are many entrances to it, and it's home to field and soccer events

Got loads of history here as a student. The track and field are well kept. Plenty of seating for a…read moreusual game even on days when it seems like a popular team comes to visit. Very easy to go in and out, not as strict as large volume places like the Memorial or the pavilion. Sometimes games are paid some are not, bot sure what is determined by this. A basic ticket stand and a stand of some merch and food; give you the basics. There are bathrooms available inside. Enjoy the art-deco architecture. It opened in 1932. and named after a mathematician professor George C. Edwards. One can really sit anywhere as nothing is assigned but on a hot sunny day go for the top or the press seating. It's all wide open. The views are splendid with the campanile, the Big C, and southside; truly a 180-degree view. Food and drinks are permitted and nobody said anything even though the rules were posted. Love coming back as an alumnus to support my alma mater.

My tennis partner and I took a hiatus from our regular weekend tennis game because of tennis elbow…read more In lieu of tennis, we came here to hike. We're not really hikers but we enjoy it. Claremont Canyon gives you a lot of bang for your buck. It gets steep fast, so if your goal is get your heart racing and take in gorgeous views this hike is an excellent choice. The signs about rattlesnakes on the trail are not just for show: we came really close to one over the summer! Keep your eyes open y'all! My tennis partner's elbow has mostly healed now but we're still hiking Claremont Canyon most weekends, in addition to our time on the court.

Dang, even a very pregnant lady was hiking up Panoramic Hill.....my privilege to complain about the…read morestrenuosity of the hike is now void lol. This is a review for the Stonewall Panoramic Trail. Took me a little over an hour to complete (out & back) and that's me taking a looooot of let-me-catch-my-breath breaks lol. Gotta work for the overlooking East Bay view by enduring steep inclines. With that being said, I don't recommend this trail for beginner hikers because although the trail is pretty clear (and if you somehow get lost there is phone signal throughout the whole trail) the trail is verrrrry dusty and when heading back down you could easily slip/sprain an ankle if you're not careful enough. Parking: free 2-hour street parking along Stonewall Rd. Not a plentiful amount of spots so it's best to go as early as you can in the day.