Kickstart your 2021 resolution with the Vibemap Oakland fitness guide. From group workouts to solo outdoor spots, we’ve got you covered.
Level up your physical health and mental well-being–go outside and exercise. Lucky for California’s Bay Area, your outdoor fitness options are plenty. Big-hearted Oakland stays fit by doing cardio in outdoor workout classes, hiking in natural settings to hike, and calming down with some yoga. Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities in a group or you’re up for some solo movement, here’s some exercise for every vibe in Oakland.
Powering up Body Positivity Vibes
Bootcamps that are inclusive. Welcoming plays to workout. Have a good time while you workout in solidarity with a diverse crew.
Superfit Outside Vibe
Scenic spots outdoors.
Om Shanti Peace Vibes
Yoga postures. Deep breathing and meditation. And the solidarity vibration is strong at these places, helping bring a sense of community to all the chant “om” here.
Cool Running Vibes
Run some of the jewels. Beautiful spots that Oakland has for easy jogging or harder marathon training. Looking for a new run route? Jog on.
Bay Bridge Bike/Pedestrian Path Oakland Trailhead
- beautiful
- exciting
- family
- new
Joaquin Miller Park
Park
- free
- busy
- outdoors
- magical
Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt in Oakland, California is one of the most unique urban spaces in the United States. Its three mile shoreline in the center of an exceptionally diverse city is a special place where nature and nurture migrates and mingles daily. This tidal lagoon is home to the United States’ oldest designated wildlife refuge dating from 1870. In 2020, we celebrate its 150th anniversary. Lake Merrit is a “tidal lagoon is named after Dr. Samuel Merritt, a medical doctor who came west for the gold rush.” (Lake Merritt Institute) The lake is 3.5 miles around in circumference and 10 feet deep. So you can walk around it in about an hour. It’s also very close to BART, at the Lake Merritt Bart station, or 20th Street station in Uptown.
- unique
- afternoon
- volunteer
- walk
Chill, Maybe a Walk Vibe
Keep it scenic and low-key. Some of the great walks in Oakland won’t wear out the tread on your tennis shoes.
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park is a serene natural sanctuary nestled in the East Bay hills, offering a tranquil escape among towering coast redwoods. The park features over 40 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as picnic areas and family-friendly amenities. Managed by the East Bay Regional Park District, it serves as a beloved destination for nature enthusiasts, outdoor recreation, and environmental education.
- beautiful
- forest
- family
- scenic
Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve
- art
- biking
- community
- fun
Shepherd Canyon Park
- fun
- popular
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