General info:
Nearest town: Castro Valley
Region: Berkeley and Oakland Hills
Park website: Link here
Best time of year to visit: year round
Features of the park: a marina with rental boats and a café; a playground; a variety of trail types, including a substantial length of paved trails that are accessible for both wheelchairs (with some assistance) and strollers; access into Anthony Chabot Park; abundant fishing; both hiking and biking loops, etc.. Unfortunately, there is no swimming at Lake Chabot.
Fees: there is a $5 parking fee (as of 2020) at the main staging area by the marina; other staging areas (such as the Fairmont Ridge Staging Area) are free.
Region: Berkeley and Oakland Hills
Park website: Link here
Best time of year to visit: year round
Features of the park: a marina with rental boats and a café; a playground; a variety of trail types, including a substantial length of paved trails that are accessible for both wheelchairs (with some assistance) and strollers; access into Anthony Chabot Park; abundant fishing; both hiking and biking loops, etc.. Unfortunately, there is no swimming at Lake Chabot.
Fees: there is a $5 parking fee (as of 2020) at the main staging area by the marina; other staging areas (such as the Fairmont Ridge Staging Area) are free.
Past hikes (click on photos):
Family-Friendly West Shore Trail
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9-mile Loop Around Lake Chabot
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