Horseshoe Park

Bay Views at the Marina

Situated in Berkeley's Marina area, Horseshoe Park might be small (just 3.39 acres), but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in gorgeous scenery. The park offers some seriously beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay and the rolling East Bay hills that might just make you forget to check your phone for a while.

One of the nice things about this spot is how the surrounding area blocks those strong westerly winds, making it comfortable to hang out here even when other parts of the Bay Area are getting blustery. Being right next to the marina means you can watch boats coming and going while you're enjoying your time here - a little bonus entertainment that comes with the territory.

What to Do Here

The open grassy areas are ideal for spreading out a blanket for a picnic, tossing a frisbee around, or just lying back and cloud-watching for a while. Nothing fancy here - just a simple, peaceful green space that gives you room to breathe.

Though it's definitely on the smaller side compared to other Berkeley parks, there's something special about Horseshoe Park's waterfront location that gives it a unique vibe. It's the kind of place locals treasure and visitors stumble upon with pleasant surprise.