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Have you visited this Lake which is in America’s Top 100 Family Friendly Places to Boat & Fish? One of the best kept secrets in Bay Area. Share this with you Bay Area friends you want to visit this with. 📍 Lake Chabot Regional Park, Castro Valley, California Lake Chabot Regional Park is a regional park located in the southern Berkeley Hills in Alameda County, California in the San Francisco Bay Area around 30 minutes away from San Francisco. It is part of the East Bay Regional Parks system. Lake Chabot is a reservoir located in the park and it won 7th place in America’s Top 100 Family Friendly Places to Boat & Fish by Take Me Fishing!. Park spreads around towns of Oakland, Casto Valley and San Leandro. This scenic destination boasts over a dozen hiking and biking trails, fishing activities, boat rentals, bay area kayak tours etc. There is 9 mile loop trail which takes you across the Lake, though half the trail is currently closed. Lake Chabot received New Pedal Boats in 2022! And they are in mint condition and ready for exploration in 2023. Great opportunity to tour the lake at your pace. Perfect for family and friends! See you on the water! Currently this lake serves as a emergency water supply for San Francisco Bay Area and thus swimming is not allowed. It opened to public in 1966. You can also book a ride across the lake on Chabot Queen here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/lakechabotrecreation/items/338870/calendar/2023/08/?full-items=yes #lakechabot #lakechabotregionalpark #bayareasummerhikes #bayareahikes #bayareahiking #hikerlife #californiadventures #fishing #travelblog #bayarea #bayareafishing #californiafishing
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📍Lake Chabot - Castro Valley, CA #california #trail #view #fyp
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Lake Chabot Regional Park offers a variety of activities for visitors of all ages. Below are the main details about parking fees, available activities, and boat rentals. Parking Fees • Passenger vehicles: $5 per vehicle. • Vehicles with trailers: $4 per vehicle with a trailer. • Buses: $25 per bus. Parking can be limited on weekends, so it is recommended to arrive early. (ebparks.org) Available Activities • Hiking and Biking: The park features over 20 miles of trails, some of which are paved and stroller-friendly. Cyclists can take advantage of designated bike paths. (ebparks.org) • Fishing: The lake is regularly stocked with trout and catfish. A daily fishing permit costs $5. (ebparks.org) • Picnicking: The park has designated picnic areas with barbecue grills. Some areas can be reserved in advance and accommodate groups from 50 to 200 people. (ebparks.org) Boat and Pedal Boat Rentals Lake Chabot Marina & Cafe offers various rental options: • Boat rentals: $10 per hour for adults, $6 per hour for children under 12. • Group kayak tours: $45 for a 2.5-hour tour for adults, $25 for children under 12. • Charter boats: $120 per hour. Prices may vary, so it is recommended to check for updates before visiting. (ebparks.org) Important Information • Swimming is prohibited as the lake serves as a backup drinking water supply. (ebparks.org) • The park is open from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, though hours may vary by season. Lake Chabot Regional Park is a great destination for outdoor recreation, offering a variety of activities for the whole family. #california #bayarea #lakechabot
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First nature walk with mommy 🌲🐾🐿️ #foryouu #california #bayarea #frenchbulldog #frenchie #dogsoftiktok #bulldogsoftiktok #frenchies #puppytiktok #dogmom #parati #bulldogs #cutedog #puppylove #puppiesoftiktok #nature #puppylife #lake #naturewalk #trail
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12. Upper Lake Chabot on Columbine Trail Got some great views of the lake. Lots of birds, even heard some turkeys, eucalyptus trees, and some tired dogs. Ended just around 8.5 miles. #bayareahikes #hiking #castrovalley #lakechabot #bayarea
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we love finding stuff to do locally with our girl🧑🧑🧒 this one was fun🤩 #lakechabot#castrovalley#bayarea#thingstodowithkids
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Nearby Attractions Of Lake Chabot Regional Park
Fairmont Ridge Staging Area
East Bay Regional Park District - Public Safety

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Nearby Restaurants Of Lake Chabot Regional Park
Boba Tea & Crepe

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Basic Info
Address
17600 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Phone
(888) 327-2757
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Website
ebparks.org
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outdoor
family friendly
pet friendly
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Lake Chabot Regional Park is a regional park located in the southern Berkeley Hills in Alameda County, California. It is part of the East Bay Regional Parks system. Lake Chabot is a reservoir located in the park.
attractions: Fairmont Ridge Staging Area, East Bay Regional Park District - Public Safety, restaurants: Boba Tea & Crepe

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