Nice place to get away. Hike, Fish, boat…read more Rain or shine it's a nice, relaxing environment

I have been going to this spot for 40 years now. It is run by youth, so they don't quite have their…read moreact together. But nevertheless, this is a magical little corner in the bay area. I encourage renting a boat, and taking it out on the beautiful lake. They are also dog, friendly, if you do so!

Lake Chabot Regional Park is an absolutely beautiful place and easily one of the most peaceful…read moreoutdoor spaces in the area. From the moment you arrive, it feels like a true escape from the city--quiet, expansive, and surrounded by nature. The scenery alone is worth the visit. The lake is stunning, especially when the light hits the water, and the surrounding hills and greenery make it feel immersive and calming. It's the kind of place that instantly slows you down and helps you breathe a little deeper. One of the biggest highlights is the sheer number of trails available. There are so many options, whether you're looking for a casual walk, a longer hike, or something more challenging. The trails are well maintained and offer a great mix of lake views, wooded areas, and open stretches. It's also a great park because it works for so many different types of outings. You'll see hikers, runners, cyclists, families, and people just enjoying time outdoors. There's plenty of space, so it never feels overcrowded, even when it's busy. Lake Chabot Regional Park is a true gem. The natural beauty, variety of trails, and peaceful atmosphere make it a place you'll want to return to again and again. Whether you're local or just visiting, it's absolutely worth spending time here.

I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding my recent experience at the park and…read moremarina area. During my visit, my children and I waited nearly two hours to get on a pontoon boat while I observed management allowing other individuals to board boats based on personal relationships or favoritism. This felt unfair and unprofessional In addition the staff behavior inside the café was extremely disappointing and lacked professionalism. The only positive part of the experience was the young men working on the dock, who remained respectful and uplifting once they noticed I was upset. They handled themselves professionally despite the stressful environment around them I also noticed several safety and cleanliness concerns throughout the area. Many of the boats appeared old poorly maintained and dirty From what I observed employees were mainly instructed to spray the boats down quickly with hoses, with little to no proper cleaning supplies being used This does not appear to be an effective or safe maintenance process for equipment being used by families and visitors Another concern was the way some employees were treated by management I witnessed behavior that appeared disrespectful and unprofessional toward staff members. I strongly believe all visitors and employees should be treated with courtesy, fairness, and professionalism at all times, regardless of background or position Overall the lack of organization, customer service, assistance, and maintenance created a very frustrating experience for my family and negatively impacted our visit to the park I respectfully ask that management seriously review these concerns and take appropriate action to improve customer service, employee treatment, safety standards, cleanliness, and overall operations moving forward

No place like Sea Trek!…read more For 43 years and multiple generations these guys Just want you to have fun, connect to the bay and its wildlife, and learn new things - to feel good about being outdoors while caring about it! I love them forever and glad I have paddled and been part of it over the years. Sea Trek has the mission (and is driven) like a non-profit while at the same time they are trying to continue to take care of their families and all their employees and run a great business for everyone to enjoy and benefit from. When you paddle with them you help protect the bay. A Great success story!

A gem of a business in Sausalito!…read more Free parking by the Bay Model museum. Rates are fair and I love that they have a frequent paddler's pass that gives you discounted hourly rates. I rented the single kayak and it includes a life jacket, and the use of a dry bag. The kayak and gear were all in good condition. All the employees were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. You can't beat the views from the water! If you haven't already, you gotta check out Sea Trek!

My family and I just went on a whale watching trip today…read more It's always part luck. Thankfully, we got lucky. Spotted a couple Gray Whales from a distance, and after a tip from another boat were able to get closer to two others swimming together and ride along with them for a while. Captain Smitty and Lee were great! Knowledgeable, friendly, informative, and great stewards of the sea, and marine life. We definitely recommend these guys. Go with an open heart, patience, and have fun!

We had the best time with Riptide Charters. The F/V Riptide is a 40' fiberglass hull, equipped with…read morea turbo diesel, and is licensed and inspected by the United States Coast Guard. It was so clean, well until we all made a mess. It is a lovely boat. We felt so safe with the crew. The Riptide is owned by Capt. William Smith. He has been a licensed captain for over 30 years. You will find it located on "H" dock at Pillar Pt. Harbor in El Granada (near Half Moon Bay), California. The Captain was with us and he was able to help the weak ones, like me, without making me feel like I did not belong. The boat leaves super early in the morning so get some sleep the night before. I had to nap after. Go to their website to see what type of fish is in season or you will not be happy. We went for Rockfish and caught a few and were so happy. We grilled it all up and it was great and we were able to serve a lot of people. I was hoping to see a whale, but sadly, did not. I think they are pretty rare to see in that area. They have clean bathrooms. We will be back, this time for salmon.

Look no further, these are the best in the business!!…read more Excellent service & professional work! Bought two 1993 jet skis that haven't been ran since 2007!! Called numerous places throughout Northern California but was turned me down everywhere because they are 10+ years old. Found NorCal watercraft on Yelp and decided to give them a call to see if they can inspect & do a much needed tune-up in hopes of being able to run these skis before the summer ended. They said no problem bring them in . They were up & running within a timely manner. Took them to the river this weekend & they both ran great like new. They also educated me as I am a beginner with water-crafts, what to do & look for, how to properly winterize, and answered all my questions. Highly recommend!!! They have earned my business forever!!!

I have two jets skis a 2005 Seadoo GTX and a 2005 Yamaha FX Cruiser. I took them both in for an…read moreoil change and tune-up but also had an issue with the Seadoo start/stop switch. I was pressed for time and had a small window to get this done. I called and spoke to Nathan and he was able to accommodate my schedule and get the job done and on time. A bit about the service. I did receive a call from Nathan about my jet skis and he was able to thoroughly provide a status and clearly explained what he found. My main concern was the switch, he tested the switch and the relay and everything was good. He told me how to rectify the problem and did not recommend changing any parts. I asked about replacing with new parts and he told me it would function the same. I appreciated his honesty and was pleased he did not take advantage of an opportunity to make more money! The customer service was outstanding! I talked to both Nathan and Marina and they both were nice and pleasant. When I arrived they both greeted me and helped me unhook my trailer. When I came to pick up my jet skis, Nathan showed me my old parts and explained what was done. Marina took my payment and they both assisted with hooking up my trailer. I definitely will be back to winterize and service my jet skis. Great job Nathan and Marina!

Heat wave in the 510!…read more Came here yesterday with the family to spend some time outdoors because the temperature reached 97 degrees! Parking: $5 and I didn't have any cash. Not a problem because I was able to use my card. There is street parking for free but it was way too hot to drag in our cooler. Spots: A bunch! A lot of tables and it was very busy but never felt that way because there were a lot of tables - grassy areas - for people to sit at. The grills are clean and we used two to cook on. There are lots of geese which means bird poop but we had picnic blankets to sit on. Bathroom: close by and clean! Such a plus. There is a boat rental (we didn't use this time) but also a small cafe where you can get food and icees. The kids were so happy :) Plenty of shade so it was nice to walk a bit and it didn't feel too bad.

I went fishing here with 3 other people over Labor Day weekend. Living in Hayward, I had no idea…read morethis was here right in my backyard. It's beautiful to watch the sun rise over the hills, the ducks float by and my friend's dog basically choke itself on its own leash wanting to explore the grounds. Be prepared to pay $5 to park, $14 (I think) for a day pass to fish and $40 for a boat for 3-4 hours and $50 CASH for a refundable deposit for the boat. They accept credit cards for the deposit but takes days to process. So bring cash. A friend almost caught a HUGE catfish. I recorded the action on my digital camera but the line broke and the darn thing swam away. So, folks, you too can get a bite. I think the best part of the day on Lake Chabot was laying on the boat with the morning sun shining and being utterly surrounded by peace. I will definitely make it out there again moreso to relax than fish. Also, there are hilly trails for hiking and biking.

Very helpful and patient. I took my Waverunners in for a quote but decided to hang onto them until…read morethe weather got cold again to allow them enough time to do a quality repair so I haven't seen the final work yet. The quote process was easy and pricing was fair. I will definitely come back for the actual work based on the initial service level.

VJ work schedule is all about when THEY GET READY to work on your boat. No timely execution or plan…read morefor multiple major engine projects that could not be finished on time. Their communication is broken with no information being utilized in either direction. Their pricing is predatory with additional charges, exorbitant charges added later. Mechanical work was incomplete and sloppy requiring rework. Pass through charges and transportation to work shop typical predatory, high double tap on outside work and max two way travel charges. Tech broke integral fuel line @ disassembly and wrote up complete fabrication, (lie). There is no reason to pay top dollar and be training their menial labor to train/play mechanic. Avoid this yard

They really did a good job on my 25 year old captiva. The gel coat was very oxidizedread more

Fantastic. My Mercruiser wouldn't start and Allen's mechanic was able to diagnose the problem with…read morea few text messages. Zach came out and had it running faster than I could figure out how to even access the starter motor. Well done!

Richie has worked on 3 of my boats for about 10 years. 1 outboard and 2 diesels. He has ALWAYS kept…read moremy engines and any other issues I may have in excellent working condition.

todays date. Sept 10th 2025. Richie came out to look at my 90hp Mercury outboard motor last week…read more He ordered a new electrical harness. 'when he was at the house he did manage to get power to the dash. He hold me the part would be delivered to his house in a few days. I called and he said the part came in and he would be here either last Friday or over the weekend. I keep calling and he has not returned my calls. I took my boat to Boat Pros in Brentwood yesterday. They just called me to inform my the entire electrical system in the motor is fried. it is going to be cheaper to purchase a new motor. Mr. Tanner at boat pro's believes this is why Richie is not returning my calls. I. took Bengal action on another company a few years ago. it the small claims court I was awarded the sum. Then the contractor filed bankruptcy and did not have t o pay the money I was awarded. Laws need to be changed around this. Where a contractor that files a bankruptcy should not be able to avoid paying what they owe.