Bair Island Wildlife Refuge & Trail

We love this trail. It’s 2.6miles one way. It’s super pretty when it’s is high tide. This open space is reserved as home for migratory species bird.

On clear day you can see Hayward and Fremont peaks.

My kids love biking here.

Great experience with my buddy…
Flat and open trail perfect for brisk walk and biking.
There are observatory deck on either end of the trail for observing the wild life especially the birds which migrate during different seasons and from different parts of US.

Colse encounter with a beautiful hummingbird..
Will go with my bike next time…

Such a wonderful open space that highlights the restoration of natural wetlands. I saw a variety of birds and enjoyed a gentle morning breeze as I walked the path.

Seems like a great spot for birding. I saw 2 photographers with some seriously long camera lenses taking shots of a large white heron or egret.

Dogs are not allowed on the main trail - just FYI! There is an outer trail (see the map) for dogs though. Parking was easy across the road where the public bathrooms are!

Nice flat trail made of gravel. It has no shade. It’s nicely maintained and has multiple lookout points. It’s the nicest at high tide and has beautiful sunsets year round.

No matter the ride level there is often an opportunity to see wildlife such as a flock of pelicans, snails, spotted ground squirrels, herons and much more!

It connects to the bay trail. The Bair Island trail is not dog friendly.

Nice open trails and pretty level, which makes it a nice place for an easy run. There weren't a lot of people so it was very easy to keep your distance. There were also a lot of birds if you're interested in bird watching!