Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
California
Alameda County
San Leandro

Heron Bay – Heron Bay loop from Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
California
Alameda County
San Leandro

Heron Bay – Heron Bay loop from Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline

Easy

3.4

(24)

53

riders

Heron Bay – Heron Bay loop from Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline

00:29

7.05km

10m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

1

115 m

San Leandro Marina Park

Highlight • Natural

Located off Monarch Bay Drive near Fairway Drive, this 30-acre regional park borders the beautiful San Leandro Shoreline. Amenities include picnic areas with barbecue grills, play apparatus, three newly renovated large group picnic areas, a large grassy area and a mile-long par course. Picnic areas at this park are available for reservation from April 1 through October 31. sanleandro.org/depts/rec/parks/marina.asp

Tip by

2

2.18 km

San Francisco Bay Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Bay Trail is paved and takes you right up along the water's edge. On the inland side of the causeway, you can see the tidal marshlands that comprise Heron Bay.

Tip by

3

3.55 km

Heron Bay

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The paved bike trail skirts the wetland here by turning a little further in at a golf course, along the recent residential development and comes back to the SF Bay along San Lorenzo Creek.

Tip by

4

3.76 km

Heron Bay

Highlight • Natural

The paved bike trail skirts the wetland here by turning a little further in at a golf course, along the recent residential development and comes back to the SF Bay along San Lorenzo Creek.

Tip by

B

7.05 km

End point

Bus stop

Loading

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.25 km

1.69 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.24 km

1.64 km

1.07 km

Sign up to see more specific route details

Sign up for free

Elevation

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Sign up to see more specific route details

Sign up for free

Weather

Powered by Foreca

Wednesday 8 July

16°C

14°C

-- %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: -- km/h

to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route

Comments

guide_signup

Want to know more?

Sign up for a free komoot account to join the conversation.

Sign up for free

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Save

Edit route

Download GPX

Move start point

Print

Share

Embed on a website

Report an Issue

Report restricted access

Description

If you're looking for an easy, scenic touring cycling route with big bay views, the Heron Bay – Heron Bay loop from Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline is definitely worth your time. This 4.4-mile (7.1 km) loop is rated easy, with a minimal 21 feet (6 metres) of elevation gain, making it a quick 28-minute ride perfect for a relaxed outing or a family-friendly spin.

What to expect on Heron Bay – Heron Bay loop from Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline

This route offers a delightful mix of paved and unpaved sections, guiding you through the flat terrain of Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline. As you cycle, you'll be treated to expansive views of the San Francisco Bay, including the distant San Francisco skyline and the San Leandro Marina. Keep an eye out for planes landing at Oakland International Airport, adding a dynamic element to the scenery. The park's restored natural habitats are a haven for birdwatchers, with marsh hawks and red-tailed hawks often spotted. While mostly flat, some segments of hard gravel and dirt paths might present moderate slopes, but overall, it's an accessible ride for most fitness levels.

Planning your visit

The Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline is easily accessible, offering a tranquil escape. Given its bayfront location, it can get quite breezy, so bringing layers is a smart move to stay comfortable throughout your ride. There are no specific permits or fees mentioned for this route, making it a straightforward option for a spontaneous outing.

Trail details

  • Distance: 4.4 miles (7.1 km)
  • Elevation gain: 21 feet (6 metres)
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Estimated time: 28 minutes

Nearby routes

Hard

4.9

161

Grizzly Peak and Tunnel Road Cycling Route

02:04h

28.6km

560m

Explore
RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
Download the app
Follow Us on Socials

© komoot GmbH

Privacy Policy