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    Ed U.

    If you're already on your way to isolated Point San Pablo Harbor, you're already a bit of an eccentric or really into the brisket at Black Star Pirate BBQ (review: https://bit.ly/3ts46qc). En route you will notice this rather unkempt beach on your left. The turn-off was so quick, you may miss it. I sure did. There is a paved parking lot overrun with weeds, and the beach is over a slight bluff. It's clean enough for an easy walk, and there are picnic tables and a fine view that looks out to the Richmond San Rafael Bridge. Time to leave. RELATED - Exploring this part of Contra Costa County? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2VyCP18

    Hallow crab remains found on the beach
    Xi C.

    This place is absolutely adorable. Cute and quiet with mellow ocean waves. Many little shellfish hid under the rock along the shore! It was a great place for a mini adventure for curious toddlers, or grownups!

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    Breanna T.

    This place leaves you speechless on the right day. Saying that because it's completely and utterly cold by the water haha! I love hiking so the water gets colder to me at times. Hot days this place I would recommend 125 percent just because of simply how gorgeous the view of the city, and bridge is. There's just so much life looking out on the water. This is a place to just look for seashells or possibly take a family/ solo photoshoot at ! One thing I would like to not is you NEED shoes you will not ruin/ clothes you'll be able to move around in since there's a steep drop to get by the water. You will crease your shoes if they are new. Just got my shoes and didn't think about it before I left so we had to leave earlier than we would've liked. So just take good clothes and shoes so you won't have to leave ! Not many people in the surrounding area when we pulled up and parked. However as we got out multiple people started piling in and that wasn't ideal. Also I'd like to add, the street it's on is a sharp turn into it so pay attention! Thanks for reading hope this helps.

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    Pam N.

    The last exit before the toll to the Richmond Bridge from the 580W. At the fork in the road, veer left towards Pt. Molate. There's a small signage right smack dab in the middle. Venture all the way down and there's the parking lot to the left for point molate beach. There's picnic tables with trash cans, grassy areas and a dog friendly beach access. No bathrooms or port-a-pottys because I've seen a guy relieving himself next to a tree when I first drove by. Gorgeous views of Mt. Tam and the Richmond Bridge. Quite windy, but the sunset makes up for it. There's not allot of people here the two times I stopped by and it gave me a bit of a creepy vibe. Not much of a designated trail to hike, but if you're looking for a short stroll along the beach, this is the place. If you keep driving past the beach there's an old naval housing area with a lonely playground and slide in the distance. The houses are boarded up and completely deserted. Hey, if you're into slightly creepy locations with the threat of being prosecuted due to trespassing, this place is for you! Interesting place to see, but I wouldn't frequent here to walk my dogs because there's tons of ticks from the tall grass. Yuck!

    Jana C.

    Very sunny, warm, and blue as we took advantage of a lazy late wake-up, unseasonably warm winter temps in East Bay, and the proximity of 3 month old newly reopened beach area. Was closed for a decade or so. Between navy and Chevron and what-have-you, at least the beach area with decent number of picnic tables, grills, and ample parking was open!! Went hill walking near the National Historic East Brothers area. Did not know there is a rod and gun club here as well ( perfect, as I want to learn how to shoot), Most interesting highlight was driving down to the Sportsmen club yacht harbor area. Patrons of the island B&B will be parking here and ferries. Y boat to the island for their overnights... Another lovely vista and angle from which to admire Marin and its mighty mountains....and the City. Love views.

    Point Molate Village houses
    Lynnette F.

    I'm only putting Yay! I'm a fan because I enjoyed taking photos there. It's a shame that whenever our government shuts down Naval or Military Bases in general they leave perfectly good homes to rot. My sister and I were on our way home from the East Bay, and decided to kill some time while my Granddaughter napped until 3:00 to go in the carpool lane home. The houses are beautiful although they're falling apart, one house still had the "snow" decor on the windows ... santa and a sleigh, a fallen angel (part of it is missing, hence fallen), etc. The views are spectacular, although I noticed the sky was much bluer over the hills behind the abandoned Pt. Molate Village houses than across the bay where it was smog filled. Someone reviewed stating they thought there may be a hazmat situation and that was why things were left in a hurry. No one left in a hurry, good old President Clinton closed NUMEROUS Military Bases in the Bay Area in the 90's, this being one of them. IT appears the city, county and state have locked horns over what to do with the land. Chevron occupies some of the space, as does the Pt. San Pedro "Pirate" Yacht Harbor, and the beautiful East Brothers Light House is a bed and breakfast. We noticed a bike route, and asked a security guard where we would park if we wanted to ride our bikes, he told us we couldn't that it was all gated and chained off (it wasn't) ... it's always such a shame to see beautiful homes go to waste when we have so many struggling to survive and living in their cars, on the streets, or piling up ten to a two bedroom. It's time for a change.

    Heather H.

    The beach is nice, with a view of the Richmond bridge. The park could be really pretty, but it's neglected. I work in the parks, so always sad to see trash everywhere. My husband and I did a small beach and park cleanup from the urban plight. It's pretty isolated and I wouldn't feel comfortable coming her alone. We brought our two large dogs and they loved it.

    Satomi C.

    Late afternoon drive to Point Molate in Richmond California. 1st stop was past the beach, up and down a ridiculously bumpy and winding road to the Sportman's Yacht Club which was littered with rusty art, farming equipment truned into flower havens for hundreds of butterflies and incredible views of the bay and Mt. Tamalpais. I then headed back to the old Winery grounds which is closed off to the public (although there seems to be plenty of places to get in if you were so brave). Didn't get all the shots I would've liked but the area has a great feel for the creeper in us. I ended my trip at the recently opened Point Molate Park Beach. Wow! I only heard of this area that morning so I was overwhelmed by the site. From the lot you walk down a few steps to the beach - straight ahead and in the distance was beautiful Mt. Tamalpais, to the right an old pier that extends quite far into the bay, and to the left the incredible span of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. The beach is great for walking and just enjoying the view, especially at sunset. There are plenty of grassy areas and tables with BBQ pits to enjoy alone or with friends. I thoroughly enjoyed this short day trip and would LOVE to do it again - I'd just bring someone brave with me so we can explore the hidden nooks & cranies of this little paradise!

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    There's no place in California that will ever equal the beauty and friendliness of this dog park. I…read moredon't know how many acres it is but it's huge and all the dogs are off leash and they all get along. I rarely ever see a dog fight. There's access to the water for the swimming dogs, there's access to mud for the mudders and there is a group of canals that they've incorporated paths so I can do walk around and see the wildlife. The view from here of San Francisco the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge you cannot believe it until you're sitting right here looking at it. I love this place and I always plan to have time just to relax before I go back to the car. Needless to say since it is a dog park, the dog comes with us and she's always very happy to have an adventure with us.

    We've been Hera handful of times and this park/open area is nice for runners and dog walkers alike…read more If you start at the parking lot with the Cafe, and walk on the pathway across to the bridge and then the point with the single table/look out, it's .90mi. Since it's by the shore, it's usually pretty windy here, so layer up. Dogs also g in the water, so be aware of the open access to the water. There's 2 sets of restrooms, one by the Cafe/grooming area and another by the bridge. We're definitely coming back here with our puppies.

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    4.3
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    This is an idyllic place to hike and picnic in Tilden. There is a lake (pond?) that has a swimming…read morearea, but I personally don't think it is especially clean for that. But there are lots of turtles and birds to watch. For picnics, there are tables and a large grassy expanse for laying down a spread and also playing frisbee. For a hike, the loop around the lake (pond?) is perfect for kids and adults who are able to climb rocks and scramble comfortably along a few narrow strips of the trail. There is a bridge and an area where kids like to explore the creek. There are other paths off the lake, but those do tend to have more mountain bikes. This is an especially nice park when we have our late summer weather in September and October. Plenty of parking.

    Lake Care…read more Recreational swimming reservoir located in Tilden Regional Park that was named after Spanish "explorer" Juan Bautista de Anza. The Good: *Free *Swimmable *There's a beach area** with actual sand *Fishing allowed (w/ CA fishing license [$62]) *±3/4-mile loop trail around the lake that has some gorgeous almost Hoh Rainforest-like vibes (IYKYK). *Restrooms** *Large paved lot The Meh: *Area has signs about a dangerous algae bloom in the water, so if you do go swimming, make sure not to intake too much water--and keep your pets away from it! *There's also signs telling you how to prepare any fish you catch here. The Ugly: *As the signs state "Rough Trail," and boy howdy is it rough. Especially when it's wet, as some of the trails around the backside were ultra thick, slippery mud which had us fighting for our lives! Bring a hiking pole(s) or a hiking stick to help with steadying yourself. Conclusion: Cool spot with a trepidatious hike that's for a good payoff. Gird your loins and just do it! **area was under construction when we visited in Dec '24, but we're assuming it'll be done by summer?

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