Bay Farm Island Shoreline Trail
Alameda, CA
A paved shoreline trail circling the eastern edge of Bay Farm Island with views across San Leandro Bay to the Oakland Coliseum area and East Bay hills. The trail passes restored wetlands, nesting tern colonies, and small pocket beaches. Airport activity from nearby Oakland International provides dynamic foreground elements.
Photography Guide
- Best Time
- morning
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Shot Types
- landscapewidedetail
- Best Seasons
- springwinterfall
Gallery
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