Home › California › Berkeley › Shorebird Park
Shorebird Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 778 Google reviews · Running trail in Berkeley, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Shorebird Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic marina park offers picnic sites, play areas & a nature center with fish & wildlife displays.
What runners say about Shorebird Park
“Great views of the surrounding bay, SF and Berkeley and a good place to go fly a kite or take a walk.”
“I have been running here for more than a year now such a beautiful peaceful-place .”
A Hidden gem at West Coast Bay Area. Peaceful and relaxing under the trees and nice breeze. A great hangout spot for a quiet talk. A quick shoreline walk with San Francisco city view from afar. Highly recommended for a couple or spot for got a date. Quite to sit, talk and enjoy the view.
I have been running here for more than a year now such a beautiful peaceful-place .
Special place for me, I have many memories of me hanging out here as a kid, but also had a lot of good times here as an adult. Great views of the surrounding bay, SF and Berkeley and a good place to go fly a kite or take a walk. Its a good spot to catch a sunset, but the sunrises there are even more amazing imho.
Our grandson worked here while attending Berkley. It's a great place to take a walk and get some pretty good shots of the bay between Oakland and San Francisco. Kids camp offers the young and adventures an opportunity to learn about sailing. We had a picnic and enjoyed good weather and nice friendly people.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a nice restaurant Skates on the Bay on the bay front with panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco city skyline, the Bay Bridge, and San Francisco Bay!”
“I have been running here for more than a year now such a beautiful peaceful-place .”
Plan your run at Shorebird Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websiteci.berkeley.ca.us
- Phone(510) 981-6720
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Running trails near Berkeley
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
McLaughlin Eastshore State Park State Seashore
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,918 reviews
Shoreline refuge features tidal marshes, beaches & trails that provide panoramic views of the Bay.
San Francisco Bay Trail
4.3 ★★★★☆ 8 reviews
César E. Chávez Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,888 reviews
Popular, 90-acre park featuring kite flying opportunities, a dog run, bay vistas & more.
Walking Trail Surrounded by the Water
4.8 ★★★★★ 121 reviews
Scenic bayside trail for walking and cycling, with picnic areas.
Shorebird Park Emeryville
4.6 ★★★★★ 145 reviews
Park with a trail for walking or biking, and views of the bay and San Francisco skyline.