Shimada Friendship Park — Attraction in Richmond

This park is one of my all time favorites in East Bay. Perfect spot for viewing both sunrises and sunsets which is rare. On a clear day you can see the pristine outline of both the magnificent Bay Bridge as well as the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, reflect over the water. If you come for a sunset, stay til it gets dark because the city lights dancing over the water is the perfect way to end any night. You never have to leave your car for good views with great parking or you can take a walk and explore all the magic this park has to offer. Perfect for solitude, socialization, or a good smoke. You definitely want to check out this park...

Writing good reviews about hidden local gems is a fools game, it basically promotes more people to come then its no longer "hidden" and soon after, no longer a "gem"

Thats sadly whats become of this little once upon a time beautiful spot. Too many people, too concerned about feel good about themselves reviews have made this too public knowledge and now its over crowded, over used and lost much of its once beautiful charm.

Sad day, but a lesson to all, if you want your HIDDEN gems to stay hidden gems, don't announce them to the entire world as 5 star...

Never been there.before...on Richmond side by water ..so it us cooler but otherwise nice park there, apts and some condo..prices are on. High end..hoa fees not bad..but quite small but doable for a small family bedrooms are not bad..but depends where you are facing, could be noise or close to neighbors ..good starter place some patio space. But again your neighbors look in your patio and bedroom windows..so how much privacy you want..was...