So this reservoir was built in 1874 but closed to public, then opened for recreational use in the…read more60s. So the trails around the lake have matured really well. Like most parts of the paved trails are very well shaded from trees that have grown over those years. My dog and I walk for around an hour to hour and a half, so we usually pick west or east from the parking lot and return the same way. I think we've only explored like half of the lake so far. I've seen wild turkeys, deers, rabbits, and ducks around. And if you are wearing overear headphones, you get the natures remix with all the birds and insects chirping.

I've been to this east Bay regional park a million times and I've had a great visit each time. They…read moredo lots of races here and I've enjoyed running the bike trail up at the top coming through the Eucalyptus trees. It's's fun except for a challenging hill called live oak trail. If you've never tried it before, try running up the hill as fast as you can go. It will be a fun experience for you. You could thank me later. In the Marina. there's a small Cafe--sort of like a bar-and-grill except for no bar. They also sell fish, licenses and rent boats. One of my favorite all time parks in the east bay regional park system

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!

The first charter we booked had to be delayed for weather, and let me tell you--it was worth the…read morewait. I had no idea what was in store for us. They took us out to the center of about a dozen whales and those guys were having a heck of a day. We saw everything from feeding to fluking. We got so close we could see the barnacles on their tails. They were swimming under our boat! I thought it would be scary but it was just fascinating. Captain Smitty was funny and he really knows his stuff. He taught us a bunch about the whales, birds, and seals we saw. We had a great time and will definitely be booking again. Minimum of 4 people to book, and be sure to take your anti-nausea meds if you're prone to sea sickness--Captain Smitty gets you really close to the action, which means waves. Two in our group took dramamine and were just fine.

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!

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

I've used Northern breeze several times for electrical, and for repair on my sliding door. Allen…read moreresponds quickly and the people who come out are great. Those sliding doors were really hard to fix. It's hard to find people to fix your boat and Northern Breeze is reliable.

I used Northern Breeze for fiberglass repair and was horribly disappointed. I requested some of the…read moreeasiest and simplest services, however, they managed to screw up each and everyone. The quality was absolutely poor and the prices were quite high. Also, and most importantly, once you give them your information, they will send you SPAM texts. If you want your phone blown up with junk texts, use their service.