This is one of my spots I like to park at and have coffee in the morning or lunch in the afternoon…read more Definitely a peaceful little spot where boats launch and come in. A great view of coast guard island is also here... And if you're lucky it's always cool watching these big boats dock or launch. There are a few tables ,fish cleaning station and a dock you can walk out on.Parking is always plentiful.

The Grand Marina ain't so "grand" when it comes to adhering to federal moratoriums on evictions,…read morefollowing local law or just having any all-around common decency, so be sure to get everything in writing beforehand when dealing with these people. Because they apparently are "above the law," at least in Alameda and these are the facts: October 2019 - My partner and I purchased an 88' yacht for $350,000 that was already berthed at the Grand Marina - a live aboard vessel which also apparently doubled as a "turn-key" Airbnb business, and were subsequently charged or taxed a $400 per room surcharge by the Grand Marina, as per our written and signed contract. December 2019 - The United States Coast Guard investigator Paul Taylor boarded our vessel and notified us that we were in violation of federal law because we were not allowed to rent out individual rooms aboard our vessel. When we showed him the written contract/agreement that we had with the Harbormaster, he informed us that this contract was illegal, and that he was going to inform Chris, once again - that such practices are not legal within US Coast Guard guidelines. January 2020 - The Harbormaster and his lead muscle, aka the Janitorial Supervisor, begin and outright campaign of terror and harassment in an attempt to get us to voluntarily leave the marina for "throwing them under the bus" according to the janitor. Because they had no legitimate grounds for eviction, they began with hostilities and harassment, which have been documented with the Alameda PD. February 2020 - The Grand Marina harbormaster "encourages" me to host an upcoming event for the Alameda PD aboard my vessel on March 15, while making it abundantly clear that by doing so and "comping" the event, any possible future eviction proceedings can be avoided. Something smells fishy at the Grand Marina and it ain't the malfunctioning pump-out station. I protested, Chris got offended, and Ray began his assault. The power and water supply to our vessel was illegally shut off by the janitor Ray, only to subsequently be returned to operation by the Alameda Fire Department because they didn't want an environmental "hazmat situation," and Ray subsequently made a direct threat to me, by telling me to "watch your back" which has been documented by the Alameda PD. March 2020 - Covid-19 Pandemic moratorium on evictions issued. The Grand Marina then constructs an illegal 10 foot barrier, thus prohibiting access to our vessel in an obvious attempt to force us to voluntarily leave the marina. When I filed a complaint with the Alameda building department, as well as the Alameda Police Department, I was informed that because the marina is "private property"'(even though it's actually leased from the state) that it was a "civil matter," meaning that I had no immediate recourse. This subsequently turned out to be "fake news," just like the Harbormaster's claim that he "owned" the marina, thus affording him full autonomy on federally jurisdicted coastal lands. Trump said "BUID THE WALL" and Chris obeyed with the construction of a non-permitted and haphazardly conceived barrier. And because of this illegally constructed barrier, I was forced to access my vessel, in order to dewater and maintain it, through alternative means. I was forced to purchase a kayak, so as to access my vessel via federal water ways, so as not to touch or "trespass" on the personally owned property of the Grand Marina, and in doing so subsequently suffered an accident when my canoe capsized in strong winds and currents, and Iwas taken to Alameda General Hospital for Apoxia after I almost drowned saving my dog. This is all documented with Alameda PD, Alameda FD as well as Alameda General Hospital. May 2020 - Our vessel is stolen - broad daylight - and transported to the Delta Bay Marina in Isleton, CA, where it was subsequently looted and stripped bare of all of our personal belongings in excess of $130,000. Look at my other reviews for for the details. When we reported this theft to the Alameda PD and the United States Coast Guard, they were advised by the Grand Marina that we had in fact takien the vessel ourselves, and that it had not been stolen. It turns out there is much more than meets the eye here and I will leave that for the justice system to determine, bucriminal investigation is underway and it's a good thing that Grand Marina has insurance. The state of California should also investigate and reconsider their partnership with this not so Grand Marina. UPDATE: We have since provided documentation to the Alameda Police Department confirming that our vessel was in fact STOLEN, and paid for in full. Please find attached a copy of the current proof of OWNERSHIP from the California DMV. We are also the recognized owners as per the NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER/UNITED STATES COAST GUARD.

Wow... This is the first time I've ever had such a bad experience I've been inspired to write a bad…read morereview. The staff here are incredibly unpleasant and they have policies that are nearly impossible to comply with. I bought a boat in this marina and before they would give me access they require I show them proof of ownership. I've never heard of this requirement before and I should have known what was coming. If you make an appointment with the DMV so you don't have to lose a work day it takes a month to get your new registration. Here is the rub, you only have 30 days from the day your boat is sold to vacate the marina. So you buy the boat, you are not allowed access to it for nearly a month and then you have to immediately leave. This really killed me because I bought an old boat that had been sitting for a long time. So somehow I was supposed to make is seaworthy to leave without access to it. I was going to try to keep it in the marina a couple months to get it in good shape but they told me the wait list was full. Every time I tried to talk to them about the situation they kept telling me "I've made the policy clear!" and "I hate when people ask me to break policy!" The marina was mediocre to begin with but the staff made it my worst marina/boating community experience I've ever had. I highly recommend avoiding this place.

Brickyard Cove is a great marina. the amenities are just right; nice docks, clean restrooms/shower…read moreroom, decent rates, the staff is wonderful and the harbormaster is a cutie (and his fur is so soft). when we were searching for a marina, we checked out the Marina Bay Yacht Club, Berkeley Marina and The Richmond Yacht Club. Brickyard Cove beat them all out. it's nice to have the little town of Point Richmond nearby to catch dinner or pick up some supplies. we also like to have breakfast at All's Fare, the local diner at the dock. but, hands-down, the greatest thing about this place is how fast we can get out onto the bay and get the sails up. it takes just minutes! the only thing i would like to see is free wifi. they had something set up but apparently it's not worked out well and they're changing over to something else, but it's sure taking awhile for it to get set up. other than that, we love this marina!

Replace the harbor master Robert Gardali. A very Rude person . I have sent my application and all…read moredocuments in line . I was told by one of the employees to come to the Marina to finish my application and bring my boat and dock my boat ,it was Memorial Day Monday . Before I got to the marina I called and talked to some one and got their permission and gave me the permission to dock at 1161 or 1162 slips .so I did then I went to the office he told me to call Tuesday morning . I did call Tuesday morning and I was told that some one will call me back . I received a call back from the harbor master Robert Gardali . Who had zero manner and doesn't know how to talk in a nice civil way . He told me I am not authorized to have my boat there and no one gave me a permission to dock my boat at the marina . He was yelling over the phone giving warning to move my boat and I have 24 hours to Move it or it will be moved and disposed . He would not listen to what ever I say . Wednesday I went to the marina to move my boat , the lady at office was super nice with a nice friendly amazing smile . She gave me access to the gate . I was prepping my boat to leave , then Robert Gardali showrd up , he was calm at that time . I asked him the reason for what happening ! he told me the same thing over the phone I told him i was given a permission to bring my boat to the marina . He called me a liar and said what ever he said over the phone . I let him talk without any interruption and when I was about to start taking he started walking away . I told him I listened to you and it's his turn to listen to me . But he stared walking away me raising my voice I told him That is very disrespectful and he needs to be on the same page with his employees . The last thing he said that he has the power to move me out of the marina and walked away . I started my boat , filled up gas and left the marina on a windy rough day in the water . He has no right in his position to talk to any one like that or disrespect people . Very disappointing a clerk of San Mateo county to behave like that .

Try fishing off the jetty!…read more Update as of Saturday, October 24: After a complete closure due to the CZU Lightning Complex fire, San Mateo County Parks have returned to Phase II of the COVID-19 park management plan, which includes reopening of more parks, trails, drop-in picnic sites, parking lots, restrooms, and now the playgrounds. San Mateo County Parks, open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Drop-in picnic sites are open for use by single households only. NOTE: In keeping with current San Mateo County Health Orders and state guidelines, group gatherings are still not allowed at or around drop-in picnic areas. Multiple drop-in picnic sites cannot be occupied by multiple households to form a group picnic gathering. Reservation picnic areas and visitor centers remain closed. For your wellbeing and to guard against the spread of COVID-19: Bring a reusable table covering for picnic tables; Bring and use hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes; Don't use any areas that are closed or barricaded to support social distancing; Pack out what you pack in: Clean-up when you're done--dispose of waste in receptacles or take garbage with you and dispose of at home; Clean the barbecue grills before and after each use. * As always, No barbeques will be allowed on Spare The Air Days.

Tried to get a guess stock for a couple nights and the employee at Oakland Marina's said they don't…read moredo guest docks. Employees name is Joanne and I have never been treated so rude trying to give a business some business. Unbelievable treatment and professionalism how are they in business why isn't somebody doing something about this type of behavior in Oakland.

Our crew was in need of a place to dock in Jack London square at the last minute. I called the…read moreHarbormaster phone number and spoke with Brock. He was very helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and willing to help us out. He allowed us to use their guest slip, conveniently located on the outside for an easy side tie. He then met us right away and gave us a key to be able to get in and out so we could walk around Jack London Square. We're looking forward to going back and spend the night (they have bathrooms and showers if needed)!

Going in, I was concerned that the Mariner Square Drystack system would be a lot of trouble. Its…read morenot. They've got this whole drystack thing down to a science. I'm convinced this is a better way to store our boat. First, your boat stays indoors and out of the sun, wind, and elements. Second, your boat stays out of the water. In the estuary, this is key because there is some crazy stuff that grows on hulls. The investment in Mariner Square Drystack will eliminate hull repaints for us. Third, they retrieve your boat from the drystack faster than I could have loaded it into the water off a trailer. Lastly, the location is cool. Its right next to a restaurant for post-boating meals, and the water is in the calm portion of the estuary across from Jack London. A short hop up the estuary puts you into the wilds of the Bay. They also have good customer service, and keep the place very clean. Check out the spic and span bathrooms.

We've now been a member here for 6 months and feel this is the best investment we've made in our…read moreboating lifestyle. Last year, when we were on a trailer we had the boat in the water 4-5 times (during the whole year). Now, we are in the water 6-8 day per month since April. The team here is fabulous. Very helpful, very responsive, responsible and easy to work with. Our boat looks great too since it is not getting beat up be the weather on the trailer or getting salty in a slip. Let's be real. MSQ Drystack is a boat valet service, and they deliver that service perfectly. We very much appreciate it too.

Had an amazing experience finalizing a great deal with Sean @ Silver Seas Yachts; who is very…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable and extremely patient. These are the type of young professionals who will win the future of the yacht sales market. We flew in town to see the boat. He showed us around the marina showed the boat and made it very easy to finalize the deal. I appreciate his knowledge and patience throughout the process and assist with transport arrangements at the dock. The other best part that I was referred an a amazing diver boat bottom cleaning service. Who came serviced the yacht prior to removal from water and recorded video footage ( before and after). These guys are WoW !!! They have an amazing facility in the heart of the marina, and offer great services From paperwork to final step of the transaction. I highly recommend Silver Seas Yachts and recommend Sean for all your future boating desires. Thank you !!!

Buying a boat is one thing. They make the seamless. But since I posted the other day. Sean…read moreSchlesinger of Silver Seas Sausalito did something unique. Connected the dots . Met a buyer looking for a great boat and me who is always looking for the next boat and connected us. Made history closed the sale 4 working days over a holiday week. Amazing. Thank you Sean. Now.....get their help finding the next one

Back in 1985, I lived there on a 40ft Troller for about a year. Was a great time. Our neighbor…read morewas Danish and building his own boat. I fondly remember the Dingbat Dinghy races, cruising up to the slip at the Whales Tail, and the many social activities. Last I was there (20011) it had undergone some changes and of course a lot of construction and such on and around Buena Vista.

Easy access and well put together docks with electric and wifi. Its a cool vibe and they also have…read moreevents if you are a member of the club.

Marina with Quinns Lighthouse - sort of a rough area - but it is growing with lots of new housing…read moredown the road. Petty theft and trash in the surrounding areas. This is not Disneyland - currently the city of Oakland is playing whack a mole with people living in the streets and parks. The marina still operates - and given other cities like San Leandro gave up (thank you mayor Pauline Russo Cutter) it is appreciated. If you want to keep your little weekend boat here - its probably a convenient location as its quick to get to from the highway.

This video shows the famous Victoria Station restaurant, which is still here!…read more https://youtu.be/lB07zZh-RQU Just a few miles south of Jack London Square, there is this funny little niche of a place called Embarcadero Cove. The main business here is Quinn's Lighthouse and Pub, but it wasn't always that way. About two decades ago, this was a much busier place called Jack London Village. At that time, that there was a famous restaurant located here, called Victoria Station. In fact, the old Victoria restaurant building is still here! As you face the marina, it's that old building off to the left. If you look around, you can see the old caboose, and other train cars. You can look inside the restaurant through a window, but there's not much to see. Pretty much just a bunch of junk inside now. The Oakland restaurant was one of the more troublesome restaurants in the entire business. They had to bring in a special troubleshooter manager out here just get things under control. There were brawls, lawsuits, wild parties-- you name it. A public trail winds right through this location. It is called the San Francisco Bay Trail. It goes behind the old Victoria Station restaurant, and also continues around the private residences near the marina. It's actually a really pretty walk, and worth trying. Check out the tiny little cottages at this Marina. One of them is only about the size of a playhouse! One funny fact: There are a ton of semi-wild cats around here! Most of them have been altered, and taken care of by a nice lady who lives close by. You might see her with a bag of food, feeding a cat. She's very friendly, and she knows all about the old Victoria Station restaurant. (The lady I mean, not the cat.) So there's a lot of history to this place, and it's worth checking out! When you're tired of walking around go have lunch or a brew at the Lighthouse.