Redwood Regional Park
Redwood Regional Park
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Kristi B
Scottsdale, AZ183 contributions
Dec 2022
Beautiful hike. We parked at the Skyline Gate Staging lot (the lot gets full - there is some street parking). We took the trail to the left near the restrooms and crossed over after a while to get on the Stream Trail. This allowed us to see all the mushrooms. If going for the ladybugs, you would take the trail on the right from the parking lot - the Stream Trail. Walk down until you get to the Prince Trail. There was a large sign where the lady bugs were located. SO MANY LADYBUGS!!! Hike is pretty flat minus the hill that leads to the parking lot on your way back. Lots of dogs & children - highly recommend!
Written December 27, 2022
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S W
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Apr 2023 • Family
My 22 year old and I popped over for an hour hike. It is 20 minutes from Oakland but a world away. Beautiful redwoods, well maintained trails and gorgeous views! We did see broken window glass as some reviews mentioned, but we didn’t have a problem. The trails are busy at times with some unleashed, but we’ll-behaved dogs. I had no idea that such a wonderful area was so close to a busy city.
Written April 18, 2023
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mrancer
Piedmont, California417 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
For its hiking trails of different levels and lengths, with pretty scenery so close to the urban area that you can be there in minutes, I can only say, "what a great place" - a good sized redwood park almost in the middle of the city.
But there is one thing that is a problem in this park and most of the other East Bay Parks - it allows dogs off-leash.
I love dogs, so readers, don't go hating on me. But in a park setting, I just feel they should always be leashed. You never know when a dog is going to take it into its head to rush at a hiker, another dog or wildlife near the trail. I've seen a lot of incidents over the years and, of course, they are not necessarily the dog's fault, but many owners just don't have enough control over their canine companions in a setting like this to prevent bad situations. And this park in particular has become so filled with hikers and their off-leash dogs that I rarely go there anymore.
I'm happy to share the trail with dogs, but I'd rather see them leashed, for their sake and that of everyone else who uses this particular park.
But there is one thing that is a problem in this park and most of the other East Bay Parks - it allows dogs off-leash.
I love dogs, so readers, don't go hating on me. But in a park setting, I just feel they should always be leashed. You never know when a dog is going to take it into its head to rush at a hiker, another dog or wildlife near the trail. I've seen a lot of incidents over the years and, of course, they are not necessarily the dog's fault, but many owners just don't have enough control over their canine companions in a setting like this to prevent bad situations. And this park in particular has become so filled with hikers and their off-leash dogs that I rarely go there anymore.
I'm happy to share the trail with dogs, but I'd rather see them leashed, for their sake and that of everyone else who uses this particular park.
Written August 25, 2014
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mini
Fremont, CA212,259 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
I enjoyed going here for a walk/hike. Its a beautiful park in the Oakland hills area. There is a large parking lot and from there several trails to explore this 1,830 acre park. Besides the redwood groves, there is evergreen, chaparral and grasslands. One can see wildlife such as eagles, rabbits, squirrels, and other animals. For chidren, there is some playground equipment.
There is also nice places for a picnic. There are some tables a small walk from the parking lot but if one wants to pack a lunch, one can go for a hike and there are several tables further into the park.
For those interested in redwoods, I find it to be an average park for that. For the San Francisco Bay area I like the redwood parks in the Santa Cruz Mountain more, but its nice to have some redwoods in the Oakland hill.
I do like how large this park is with so much to explore. There is a creek area as well but with our drought its mostly dry right now.
There is also nice places for a picnic. There are some tables a small walk from the parking lot but if one wants to pack a lunch, one can go for a hike and there are several tables further into the park.
For those interested in redwoods, I find it to be an average park for that. For the San Francisco Bay area I like the redwood parks in the Santa Cruz Mountain more, but its nice to have some redwoods in the Oakland hill.
I do like how large this park is with so much to explore. There is a creek area as well but with our drought its mostly dry right now.
Written April 3, 2015
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EBinLACA
Los Altos, CA135 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
Full disclosure - the redwoods here are not old growth. But they are old enough to have created some of the cathedral-like feeling of Muir Woods. The streamside trail is wide, flat, and smooth, and there are benches, restrooms, and water along the way. A lovely walk in the woods.
There are also more strenuous trails. We started out along the Stream Trail, then looped back using the Tres Sendas, Starflower, French, and Orchard trails. On these trails I was glad I had hiking shoes and poles! These trails take you up above the stream, into laurel and madrone. All the trails we were on were shaded and cool on a hot August afternoon. And parking was a breeze!
There are also more strenuous trails. We started out along the Stream Trail, then looped back using the Tres Sendas, Starflower, French, and Orchard trails. On these trails I was glad I had hiking shoes and poles! These trails take you up above the stream, into laurel and madrone. All the trails we were on were shaded and cool on a hot August afternoon. And parking was a breeze!
Written September 2, 2014
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Jesper J
California85 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
Redwood Park is in the middle of Fog Belt of the Oakland Hills. this is why Coastal Redwoods thrive here technically further from the ocean than anywhere else.
It also means that unlike Tilden, Briones, Roberts park, Redwood Regional park is green most of the year, has no rattle snakes and a large biodiversity.
Starting from Skyline Staging area West Ridge Trail and East Ridge Trail are easy paths, mainly in the same general altitude.
East Ridge is generally more sunny due to our famous Microclimate, while West Ridge takes you past 100 year old Coastal Redwoods and running streams in the rainy season.
Then in order of challenge from easy to hard I rate the trails like this. Assuming that you start and end at Skyline staging area
Easiest Trails - No sweat
- East Ridge Trail
- West Rdige Trail
Slightly harder - a little sweat
- Phillips Loop
- Stream trail
- Eucalyptus Trail
- Prince trail
Hardest - expect to work up a sweat here
- Star Flower Trail
- French Trail
- Redwood Peak
- Madrone
It also means that unlike Tilden, Briones, Roberts park, Redwood Regional park is green most of the year, has no rattle snakes and a large biodiversity.
Starting from Skyline Staging area West Ridge Trail and East Ridge Trail are easy paths, mainly in the same general altitude.
East Ridge is generally more sunny due to our famous Microclimate, while West Ridge takes you past 100 year old Coastal Redwoods and running streams in the rainy season.
Then in order of challenge from easy to hard I rate the trails like this. Assuming that you start and end at Skyline staging area
Easiest Trails - No sweat
- East Ridge Trail
- West Rdige Trail
Slightly harder - a little sweat
- Phillips Loop
- Stream trail
- Eucalyptus Trail
- Prince trail
Hardest - expect to work up a sweat here
- Star Flower Trail
- French Trail
- Redwood Peak
- Madrone
Written March 16, 2016
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ktgOakland
Oakland94 contributions
Mar 2015
Park near the Chabot Science and Space Center on Skyline Blvd above the Oakland Hills and head east over the crest of the ridge. Be sure to print out a trail map from the Redwood Regional Park or East Bay Regional Park website. Without a map it would be easy to end up far away from where you started. Take some snacks and water, in case you are beguiled into a six hour hike rather than a two hour walk. When you get into these trees you are looking at the rebirth of part of the forest that was cut down to build houses in San Francisco and Oakland after the gold rush brought "civilization" in vast numbers to the area. This is that old forest coming back - dominated by extraordinary redwood trees, natives of the area. This is not a hotel, it is the home of your soul.
Written August 13, 2015
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bigkahuana
North Cape May, NJ303 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We checked Trip Advisor for things to do around the Oakland area and were pleasantly surprised to find this gem of a park closeby. We packed a lunch and ate among the mighty Redwoods, a very pleasant experience.
Written March 16, 2020
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Frankey
Oakland, CA19 contributions
Mar 2020
The Redwoods here are peaceful and serene to be amongst. I love my walks with the dogs through the redwoods
Written March 16, 2020
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AVLwriter
Asheville, NC429 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
What a wonderful place to take a walk and commune with nature. You’re surrounded by the most majestic redwoods imaginable. An inspiring experience!
Written February 9, 2020
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Yes. You can request one when you enter the area. There is a small post with a park employee working during park/trail hours.
Written November 16, 2019
What do you mean by dive through? Do you mean drive through? If so, no.
Written July 8, 2018
I take visitors to Muir Woods as an add on to crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, a stop in Sausalito, Marin Headlands and perhaps over to Chronkite or Pt. Reyes beaches. It is crowded, parking is at a premium and any attempt to commune with the trees are severely affected. OTH, Redwood Park is much more quiet, less crowded and although the trees are not as tall, you do get a sense of solitude on the various paths.
Written June 25, 2017
bibiflocfloc
Ardennes, France
Hello there,
Is it possible to bring food/have a picnic there?
Also is it a safe place during evening time?
Written February 4, 2017
Yes there are plenty of picnic tables and barbecues available. Especially at Roberts park entrance. No its not a place I would recommend to visit at night. Its beauty is best enjoyed in the daytime.
Written February 9, 2017
Can you get from downtown Oakland to the Park on public transportation?
Written October 3, 2016
Yes, AC Transit Bus 339 takes you to the Chabot Space & Science Center which is the neighbor to Redwood Reg. Park.
Written April 19, 2017
Could we do any walking in this park in February?
Written September 19, 2016
Yes definitely! It doesn't get very cold in February here, but it may be raining, plan accordingly.
Written September 19, 2016
Hi there,
My fiance and I like your picture of the Redwoods. We're getting married in Joaquin Miller Park and wanted to know if it was okay to use your picture on our save the date card. Please let us know if that is okay. Thanks:)
Natasha
Written July 19, 2016
Sorry, I didn't add a picture so it must be someone else. Congratulations on your wedding.
Written July 21, 2016
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