About Albany State Marine Reserve

Urban park that protects marine habitat in the eastern San Francisco Bay.

Park information


Albany State Marine Reserve is at the northern end of McLaughlin Eastshore State Park. From eastbound Interstate 80 / 580, take the Albany / Buchanan St exit. Tun left and follow the western extension of Buchanan St to parking areas. From westbound I-80, take the Albany Exit (Exit 13). At Cleveland Av, turn left and proceed to Buchanan St, turn right. Merge onto the main part of Buchanan St and make a legal U-turn to head west toward the park entrance.

No brochures are available for this park.

Upcoming Events

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EV Information

Other Facilities

  • Parking
  • Drinking Water Available

Boating

  • Boating

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

  • Fishing
  • Beach Area
  • Vista Point
  • Nature & Wildlife Viewing
  • Windsurfing/Surfing

Trail Use

  • Hiking Trails

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