RECREATION

Lakes & Marinas

• Berkeley Marina, Pier & Chavez Park
  Foot of University Avenue, West of 1-80
  510-644-8623
  The marina's 52 acres of water and 975 berths can accommodate some 975 crafts from 16 feet to 110 feet. Kite flying and Frisbee throwing are very popular at Cesar E. Chavez Park and the Berkeley Pier extends 3,000 feet into the Bay.  more...

Hiking & Climbing

• Berkeley IronWorks
  800 Potter Street • Berkeley, CA 94710
  510-981-9900
  This facility features a 45-foot lead wall and 14,000 square feet of challenging climbing terrain. It also offers workout facilities, saunas, a steam bath, and massage therapy. more...  map

Swimming

• Transpersonal Swimming Institute
  Located at Berkeley High School
  518-374-9074, 800-723-7946
  Established in 1983, this institute provides swimming, snorkeling, and SCUBA diving for adults who have a fear in water, shallow or deep, pool, and ocean.  more...