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TILDEN NATURE AREA

(5.0 Score)
600 Canon Drive,
Berkeley, CA 94708 Directions

Since 1936

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Trails ✓ Interpretive Programs ✓ Running ✓ Watch Wildlife ✓ Waterworks ✓ Boardwalk ✓ Scenic Views ✓ Wildlife Sightings ✓ Trees ✓ Walking ✓ Kid-friendly Hikes ✓ Playground ✓ Barbecue Grill

"Tilden Nature Area has 39.41 miles of trails through many different terrains. The more extensive multi-use trails allow hikers, bicyclists, and horses. The trail sections are marked with mileage, and topographical lines indicate terrain steepness. It also features a beautiful lake that is open for fishing year-round. The lake contains naturally occurring largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, and channel catfish. The trail also includes both easy and challenging hiking trails with scenic views. Visitors can also explore a diverse array of wildlife while hiking. Tilden Nature Area features picnic tables, public restrooms, barbecue grills, and a wheelchair-accessible parking lot for visitors' comfort.

2026 Update: Tilden Nature Area offers free entry for children under age 2."

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Price:

Swim Complex 3
Adults (Ages 18–61) $5 3
Children (Ages 2–17) $3

Contact:

(510) 544-2233

Mon-Sun: 5am - 10pm

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CLAREMONT CANYON REGIONAL PRESERVE

(4.8 Score)
Claremont Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94705 Directions

Since 1978

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Beautiful Scenery ✓ Hills ✓ Natural Beauty ✓ Kid-friendly Hikes ✓ Dog-Friendly

"Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve is a 208-acre preserve that protects two parcels of land. This is an ideal destination to have a beautiful and relaxing time with friends and family. The trail is generally considered an easy to moderate route. The trail continues east along the ridge, following the boundary of University of California property, and also connects with the University's Ecological Study Area trail system. The trail is a great place for enjoying and experiencing a diverse array of recreational activities, such as hiking and biking. Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve also ensures kid-friendly hikes and various facilities for the convenience of the visitors.

2026 Update: Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve offers completely free entry and parking for all visitors and features equestrain trials."

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(888) 327-2757

Mon-Sun: 5am - 10pm

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STRAWBERRY CANYON FIRE TRAIL

(4.7 Score)
425 Lower Fire Trail,
Berkeley, CA 94704 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Jogging ✓ Moderate Trail ✓ Walking and Dog Friendly

“2026 Update: Strawberry Canyon Fire Trail features Memorial Stadium and a hiking area with views and the Lawrence Discovery Store. Easy accessible trails with a beautiful bay view and a dog-friendly park.Forest area with Monterey pine trees, a grove of redwood trees for walking and hiking trails, and plenty of side paths with challenging shortcuts. For hiking activity, it takes only 1-2 hours and offers a beautiful trail and a free parking lot.”

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TILDEN NATURE AREA REVIEWS

Always a beautiful spot to hike, be a quick loop or an all day adventure. Trails are marked and parking is plentiful. Dogs allowed on some trails. These photos are from the Jewel Lake Loop! Definitely worth a visit. Another stellar East Bay park.

This was one of the visit out of many previous to specifically to the petting zoo inside the park. Kids have blast. They have cows, goat, ducks, chicken, rabbit, pigs and you can feed them too. Bring lots of Celery, Carrot, and spinach. Have Fun.

Beautiful place to hike amongst the Native plants and wildlife. Dress warm in the winter weather.

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CLAREMONT CANYON REGIONAL PRESERVE REVIEWS

I love watching the sunset from here, it's amazing. During the day it's excellent to hike for the views alone. I highly recommend visiting at least once and taking a good camera. Lots of incredible views and trails. The trails have numerous steep parts, so bring water and good trail shoes.

This our spot I so enjoy this beautiful walk with him and enjoy the freshness thank you for keeping it beautiful as usual just US enjoying each others company.

Fantastic hike! Beautiful view of the cities and bay! Took my 6 & 8 yr olds and we had so much fun.

STRAWBERRY CANYON FIRE TRAIL REVIEWS

Well, it's an easily accessible trail, i went to this trail by walking from UC Berkeley. A mistake though, like I already used all my energy to walk from the UC Berkeley to the start of this trail lol. It was a nice hike, but compare to other hiking trails I've ever tried, it doesn't really have beautiful view compare to others. I visited here on autumn, i remember several days before that was raining, so some parts of hiking trails were slippery. I slipped several times since I didn't use proper shoes (I used sneakers, but not a specific type of shoes for hiking).

Pretty trail with trees on both sides, wide and not washed out. The connector is steep and will get your heart rate up but then its a gentle climb.

Great trails be sure to stock up on water at the soccer fields.

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TILDEN NATURE AREA Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Social Media: 10
Specialization: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

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CLAREMONT CANYON REGIONAL PRESERVE Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Social Media: 8
Business Hours: 9
Exact Services: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Images: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Specialization: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

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STRAWBERRY CANYON FIRE TRAIL Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Social Media: 7
Exact Services: 8
Business Hours: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Business Images: 10
Call Inspection: 10
Contact Info: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Reviews Study: 10
Specialization: 10