The Beach is is situated just steps away from views, outdoor activities and historical sites. Below are just a few areas of interest just outside our doorsteps.

Recreation

The Bay Trail

The Bay Trail is a recreational biking and walking that will eventually span 500 miles of Bay Area shoreline, all nine Bay Area counties, 47 cities, and the areas major toll bridges. The trail surrounds our neighborhood, just outside our gates and is perfect for an evening stroll, or even a bike outing to local Point Richmond or El Cerrito.

Download a map of the East Bay section of the Bay Trail, access the Interactive WebGuide, or visit the official Bay Trail website.

Marina Bay Parks

A network of parks surround our neighborhood. Enjoy a leisurely stroll past lawns, sculptures and scenic views, picnic, host a soccer or volleyball game, or just enjoy the sites and sounds. Some of the parks within walking distance from our homes are Lucricia Edwards Shoreline Park, Shimada Friendship Park, and Vincent Park and playground.

Rosie the Riveter Homefront Memorial

The Beach sits on historic land, once the Kaiser Shipyards, active building warships during WWII. The Rosie the Riveter Memorial is now designated as a National Historic Park, and you will find memorials honoring and detailing the history of this site as you walk the Bay Trail around Marina Bay. Download a Self-Guided Tour. Also be sure to tour the SS Red Oak, the last remaining Victory Ship made in the Richmond Kaiser Shipyards

Point Isabel Regional Park

Just a few miles East on 580 or The Bay Trail lies Point Isabel Regional Park, a 23-acre mixed-use open space and the largest off-leash dog park in the nation. With rolling grassy hills, bay access, and expansive views of San Francisco and Marin County, Point Isabel is a playground for dogs and people alike. Point Isabel is also home to Mudpuppy's Tub & Scrub and Sit & Stay Cafe where you can enjoy a dog wash for your pup, and a hot drink and snack for yourself.

Tennis

Public access tennis courts are located on Marina Bay Parkway, directly across the street from The Beach entrance gate.

Bird Watching

The bay, tidal mud flats and salt marshes along the Bay Trail from Marina Bay to Point Isabel offer a wonderful opportunity to see the areas shorebirds and waterfowl. Common sandpipers, herons and egrets to endangered Clipper Rails are just a few of the birds that may be seen or heard. Park informational signs and the Richmond CVB's visual guide can help you identify these wetland birds.

Sailing

Richmond Yacht Harbor

The Marina Bay Yacht Harbor, home of the Marina Bay Yacht Club, is directy adjacent to The Beach.

Charters, Public Sails and Lessons

The Nehemiah is a 57' classic wooden ketch that frequently hosts public sails and private charters. It's just a few steps away at the harbor's Dock D.

The Marina Bay Yacht Club's clubhouse, also just steps away at Dock D, is the home of Tradewinds Sailing School & Club, which offers group and private sailing lessons.

Dining & Shopping

Salute e Vita Ristorante

Stroll the esplanade over to Salute for authentic Italian dining with a view of the City, or enjoy a drink and dessert at Salute's cozy bar.

BoilerHouse Restaurant

The BoilerHouse is located in the historic Ford Assembly plant, which was recently restored as the "Craneway Pavilion" and houses an event center and sustainably built office spaces. The BoilerHouse hosts a changing menu for Breakfast, Brunch and Dinner as well as a full bar.

The Artisan Kitchen & Café

The Artisan Kitchen & Café, on Marina Bay Parkway, offers breakfast pastries, lunch and dinner (on some evenings) with food sourced from local markets and made fresh every day in their kitchen.

Amini's by the Bay

Stop by Amini's for a custom ordered sandwich and enjoy their outdoor seating and free WiFi access, or stop by to pick up some grocery staples or a bottle from the respectable selection of wines.

Harbor Gate

The Harbor Gate shopping center, located on corner of Marina Bay Parkway and Meeker, hosts a CVS Pharmacy, a cafe, salon, dry cleaner, postal service, and several casual dining establishments.

Events

Homefront Festival by The Bay

The Homefront Festival celebrates Richmond's rich history with music, entertainment, food, a USO dance, exhibits and more. It's located right in Marina Bay, near Lucretia Edwards Park.

Fireworks

Marina Bay hosts a fireworks display every Third of July. Enjoy the opportunity to watch a fireworks show from your own home!

More

The Point Richmond Bay Trail website lists a host of events in our area, as well as providing trail maps and points of interest.

The Richmond Convention and Visitor's Bureau hosts an ongoing calendar of local events. You can subscribe to receive email updates.

Local Issues

Visit or subscribe to City Councilman Tom Butt's e-forum to keep up with Richmond issues.