Bedwell Bayfront Park: A Bayfront Reclamation
Explore scenic trails, diverse wildlife, and stunning bay views at Menlo Park's Bedwell Bayfront Park, a unique urban oasis transformed from a former landfill.
Bedwell Bayfront Park, Menlo Park's largest park and only open space on the San Francisco Bay, offers a unique blend of recreation and ecological restoration on a former landfill. With trails, scenic views, and diverse wildlife, it's a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
A brief summary to Bedwell Bayfront Park
- 1600 Marsh Rd, Menlo Park, California, 94025, US
- +1650-330-2200
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-8 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-8 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-8 pm
- Thursday 7 am-8 pm
- Friday 7 am-8 pm
- Saturday 7 am-8 pm
- Sunday 7 am-8 pm
Local tips
- Visit during low tide for the best opportunities to observe diverse bird species in the surrounding wetlands.
- Bring binoculars for enhanced bird watching and to fully appreciate the views of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
- Bikes are permitted only on paved trails and roads; keep pets on a leash and under control at all times.
- Check the park's closing time, which varies seasonally, to avoid being locked in after sunset.
Getting There
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Driving
From US-101, exit onto Marsh Road heading east. Continue on Marsh Road until you reach 1600 Marsh Road, Menlo Park. Parking is available along the entrance road and in two paved lots near the back of the park. Parking is free.
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Public Transport
From the Menlo Park Caltrain station, transfer to the M3 Marsh Road Shuttle, a free commuter shuttle that runs to the Marsh Road area business parks. Get off at a stop near Bedwell Bayfront Park and walk along Marsh Road to the park entrance at 1600 Marsh Rd. Alternatively, take SamTrans route 280 from the Redwood City Caltrain Station and get off at the 'Marsh Rd & Bayfront Expressway' stop, then walk approximately 0.5 miles to the park. SamTrans fares are typically around $2.50.
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Walking
From downtown Menlo Park, walk north on Santa Cruz Avenue, then turn left onto El Camino Real. Cross El Camino Real and continue onto the pedestrian path towards Marsh Road. Turn left onto Marsh Road and walk approximately 1 mile to Bedwell Bayfront Park at 1600 Marsh Rd.
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