Celebrate Bay Day on the Bay Trail

Celebrate "30 Days of the Bay" during the month of September (and all year round). Here are some activity ideas to inspire you to hit the trail!

A person walks along the waves of the Bay Trail at sunset.

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Karl Nielsen

Walk or roll to get the full experience of the Bay Trail.

There’s no better way to escape the hustle of everyday life than by getting into nature. Get out and explore the Bay Trail by walking, rolling, hiking or biking.

Two people enjoying the Bay Trail - one walking, one in a wheelchair.

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Karl Nielsen

Bring the whole family.

Kids will love the family-friendly activities found at many locations along the Bay Trail. Don’t miss fun educational spots like the Alviso Environmental Education Center in San Jose, Crab Cove Visitor Center in Alameda and Rosie the Riveter Visitor Center in Richmond.

A boy plays at low tide at Crab Cove Beach in Alameda.

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Alysha Nachtigall

Don’t forget Fido.

Many Bay Trail locations allow dogs. Check local websites for restrictions before you go, and look for signs that show where your canine friends can be off-leash.

A group of adults walking a dog on the Bay Trail.

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Karl Nielsen

Watch out for birds.

The Bay Trail is home to many nesting communities, which can make for excellent birdwatching opportunities (including endangered species like the Ridgway’s Rail). The best locations will vary by season, depending on the migratory patterns of different types of birds.

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Karl Nielsen

Get a new perspective on the city.

The Bay Trail runs through 47 cities and often provides an unexpected view of a place you’ve been many times before. (The path leading up to the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge is a real gem!)