I am yearning for the day we can return freely to our favorite East Bay Regional Parks. Many parks are currently closed. In other parks, the trails remain open for hiking, but the parking lots and visitor centers are closed. Gathering in groups for parties is not allowed, the 6-foot social distancing rule applies, and masks or bandanas must be readily available in case of close contact. If you can walk, bike, or bus to a park, you can get some exercise in the fresh air. If you're not as mobile, it may not be a viable option.
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| The Beautiful San Pablo Bay from Point Pinole Regional Shoreline |
Before heading for a park, you can check the East Bay Regional Park
website to learn its current status. Even with all the closures and limitations, I remain optimistic, and renewed our East Bay Regional Park membership for another year. Surely we'll have access to the parks again for long hikes and spectacular views! If not soon, the money goes to a good cause – maintaining green zones that serve as beautiful places for exercise and contemplation, for our active urban population.
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| Cathedral of Redwoods at Redwood Regional Park |
In the meantime, I can dream about some of our favorite spots, like the windswept shores of
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, the rolling hills and grand views of
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park, the majestic stands of redwood trees in
Redwood Regional Park park, the geology of
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, the botanical treasures of
Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve, and the sand and coal mining history of
Black Diamond Mines. And many more just waiting to be explored!
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