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    McLaughlin Eastshore State Park

    4.4 (36 reviews)

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    Tiffany S.

    One of my favorite places to walk! The pier goes out on the water and it feels very serene to be out on the water and look into the nearby cities. A lot of dogs out for walks and families enjoying their time here.

    Frontage Road walking path on 9/5/21
    Denis A.

    This is hands down one of my favorite walking paths/trails in my hometown. It's a brisk walk along side Frontage Road and visible from Hwy 80 driving Westbound into San Francisco. It's a great place to watch the sunset, fly a kite, or for a nice leisurely walk. I was recently here on 9/5/21 and I'm in my happy place when I get here. I find parking next to Seabreeze Deli and start my walk there. Once I get to the Ashyby overpass street sign I start my return trip. The walking trip is about 2.7 miles in length. Along the walk you can see a Snoopy barnhouse figure, sailboats, lapping waves, and plenty more. This place will always have a soft spot in my heart and I am so glad it's close to home.

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    Ed U.

    I guess I've been to the Eastshore State Park without really knowing it. It wouldn't be the first time I've basked in a pool of ignorance without knowing I was drowning. When I looked up the park online, it actually includes Point Isabel in Richmond (review: http://bit.ly/2J1LuUx), the Albany Bulb (review: http://bit.ly/2x2hWR2), and Cesar Chavez Park and the Marina in Berkeley (review: http://bit.ly/2PDV56p). I think it also includes the pathway to the pedestrian/biking trail on the Bay Bridge. However, the stretch I'm talking about is the concrete path between Emeryville and the Berkeley Marina, probably the least park-like area of the official park unless you count the sea birds who appeared to be avoiding the auto traffic. Jamie W. and I were looking to add steps while we were in Emeryville and started off from the back side of Trader Vic's where a boardwalk begins and winds its way to the Chevy's (photo: http://bit.ly/2ECKG9Y). From there, we saw a small beach and dilapidated plaza where some remnants of the 1960's-era mudflat sculptures remained (photo: http://bit.ly/2ECLv2y). From there, we just kept walking on the path next to the water and precariously close to the speeding 880 traffic pouring onto the frontage road. The constant hum and fumes didn't seem to bother the locals hanging out at Berkeley Beach (photo: http://bit.ly/2RVJIIF) nor Snoopy who appeared to be chasing the Red Baron on the water (photo: http://bit.ly/2CPfp1X). Not a bucolic walk but our step goals were accomplished walking to and fro. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here are the places around the Bay Area where I have trod: bit.ly/2OsCCsK

    04/18/2020: waiting for the sunset...
    Sivilay T.

    Review #076 - 2020 One thing that I've learned about this whole shelter-in-place situation is that many people will do what they want no matter what, and we shouldn't be so quick to give away our freedom out of fear. I refuse to go inside Costco or Wal-Mart during this time. "Why?" You ask... Well, for one, if the virus is as contagious as many people think, why would I want to go somewhere that's crowded as heck? Plus, you're breathing in everyone's recycled air. I'd much rather be outside, where there's less people, fresh air and sunshine! While I'm outside, I keep as far from other people as I possibly can--6 feet, you say, more like 20 feet or more. For their safety & for my own family, as well. I drive by this beach almost every weekend and I have never had the urge to stop by, but when you just need a breath of fresh air & some sunlight, it's good enough. We showed up at around 6:15 PM on Saturday, April 18th; and surprisingly, the parking lot was full. I guess most people just stayed inside their cars, as there weren't that many people outside. There were a couple of people sitting on the beach, and a few people were walking/jogging/running/biking. It's probably not the cleanest beach nor the safest, but just come before sunset & you should be ok. There's quite a few homeless tents in the nearby proximity, but not on the beach itself. Parking is free.

    Irene G.

    We are always looking for a place to exercise and WHERES it's safe to get out of the house during covid-19. It was a beautiful hot day and the breeze on this trail was perfect while running.

    Stacie R.

    Came here last minute because we had to make a trip to Berkeley, and we felt like our daughter deserved some time in the outdoors before we drove all the way back home! It is beautiful here. Such an interesting environment. There's graffiti and concrete slabs everywhere mixed in with colorful flowers, other wildlife and great water front views. It was an exceptionally clear day so we had an amazing view of the city line and two bridges. During this quarantine, it was a nice place to go because there are wide paths and enough space to keep your distance, but you're still getting to enjoy the sunshine, outdoors and being around other humans. Tons of dogs too! It is a very dog friendly place where the dogs are allowed into the water and on the paths. There's a nice long concrete path that turns into a dirt path about half a mile down, but we didn't make it that far, so I can't say what was beyond there. There's also this super cute little wade pool that is enclosed with rocks down the concrete path. It's so pretty with the water and city scene behind it. Great place for photo ops! Again, it was a really beautiful and clear day for us, I'm not sure if it's always like that. But we had a great time.

    Danh N.

    I call this my secret spot. It's peaceful and serene. I usually come here after a long day of work to run and watch the sunset at the little sandy area. This is the closest destination to a beach without having to drive to the city or Santa Cruz for me, so I definitely take full advantage of it. Ideal spot for a coffee break as well.

    One of the many vistas of the trail you can see all of San Francisco most of Oakland Emeryville and so many great places to eat
    Patti P.

    Fabulous trails absolutely love the Vista right in the middle of everything 10 minutes from San Francisco 10 minutes to Alameda right in Emeryville a wonderful place to just pass time

    See Chevy's over there?  Great place to go for a walk and makes great photos!
    Bahvee V.

    Such a fantabulous place to go for a walk, meditation or a great photo opp spot! You can feel safe, there is always parking and the water, believe it or not, is warm! LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! Cannot believe it's right near Frontage Road! Come visit!

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    Just visiting so we don't have much to compare it with, but it was gorgeous! not crowded,

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    This is more a review for the Bay Trail, which leads up to here. Absolutely gorgeous!

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