



Sand Castle Picnic Area
West Alameda
A mellow bay beach with shallow, gentle waves and a sprawling picnic area where families spread out under semi-shaded tables. Expect soft sand, kite surfers on the water, and seagulls cruising low overhead.
Gentle waves beach
Large picnic area
Dog-friendly shoreline
Kite surfing spot
Tips
🅿️$5 parking fee at the lot
💨gets very windy and cold, dress warm
🌊kelp washes up at water's edge
Sand Castle Picnic Area
West AlamedaOpen




A mellow bay beach with shallow, gentle waves and a sprawling picnic area where families spread out under semi-shaded tables. Expect soft sand, kite surfers on the water, and seagulls cruising low overhead.
Gentle waves beach
Large picnic area
Dog-friendly shoreline
Kite surfing spot
Tips
🅿️$5 parking fee at the lot
💨gets very windy and cold, dress warm
🌊kelp washes up at water's edge