Waterfront Play & Exploration, Benicia
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Websites:
1st Street Beach
Benicia State Park
9th Street Beach
Matthew Turner Shipyard Park
Our group has frequently visited several Benicia waterfront locations:
- 9th Street Park Beach - walk down the path past the playground area to find the beach.
- 1st Street Beach - a small beach area to play and dig in the sand, located off the roundabout at the end of 1st Street.
- Benicia State Park - a lovely walking path and scenic views.
- Matthew Turner Park - a small but fantastic area to picnic, play and explore the rocky waterfront.
Kid-friendly: Yes, but extra supervision is needed due to water.
Fees: None required for 9th St Beach - large parking lot; bathroom available in lot. Benicia State Park - parking fee requires. 1st St Beach - parking lot in Benicia Pier area, or off the greens area at corner of 1st and J Streets; no parking fee.
