Parks & Playgrounds
Roberts Regional Recreation Area: An Oakland Park with a Swimming Pool
Roberts Park AKA Roberts Regional Recreation Area is tucked away in the Oakland Hills with a huge playground, a calm pool, plus hiking trails and ...
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo in San Jose: Worth the drive!
With so many playgrounds to explore, it's hard to find time to see the animals at Happy Hollow Zoo & Park!
Park Profile: Updated Montclair Park
Montclair Park in Oakland is a fantastic park for kids of all ages. There are two playgrounds, a skate park and unique Wild West area ...
25 Things to Do With Kids in Alameda
Our favorite places to go and play with children in Alameda... Wondering what to do with kids? Here's your list of 25 go-to spots.
Park Profile: Grove Park & Playground in Berkeley
See what's up at the grand reopening of Berkeley's neighborhood playground for the Lorin District. Wood chips.
Berkeley Park Profile: Cedar-Rose Park
Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley has a little fenced-in tot lot, wide open field, and big kid playground making it a great option for mixed ...
15+ Places to Run with a Jogging Stroller in the East Bay
From Lafayette to Richmond, and Berkeley, great paths for any runner with a jogging stroller. Here are 13 places to run with a baby on ...
Park Profile: Dracena Quarry Park in Piedmont
Dracena Quarry Park in Piedmont is a cozy little neighborhood beauty with attractions for kids of all ages. Parking can be tricky.
Best Idea Ever: A Playground with Coffee in Berkeley
With ample parking, a huge field, a creek to explore, a playground, and now, a cafe onsite, Strawberry Creek Park is a perfect destination.
Bay Area Staycation Guide
How many of these day trips and adventures for grade school-age children can you squeeze into one week of your Bay Area staycation?