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Also, often referred to as the "Jewel of the San Francisco Bay", Angel Island is a great place to spend an unforgettable day. This gem of the California State Park system offers panoramic vistas of the entire Bay, sightseers will enjoy picture-postcard views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Skyline, Marin, and Mt. Tamalpais. A clear day on the island is referred to as a 5 bridge day, when from the top of Mt. Livermore hikers can view the Golden Gate, Bay, Richmond/San Rafael, San Mateo and the Dumbarton bridges.
"Angel Island State Park makes a rewarding day trip and is one of the best recreational opportunities on the Bay," John Goepel, Motorland Magazine.
Visitors to the island can enjoy miles of hiking and biking trails with breathtaking views around every bend. 21-speed mountain bikes are available for rent on the island.
Angel Island has a fascinating military and cultural history which spans from the Miwok Indian times through the Spanish American War, Civil War, both World Wars and the Cold War when it served as a Nike missile base. Best known as "The Ellis Island of the West" Angel Island also served as an Immigration Station from 1910 to 1940. Visitors to the island can learn of the fascinating stories behind the walls of the military buildings on a one-hour, audio-enhanced Tram Tour.
All of this awaits you at Angel Island and it's just a short cruise away
DEPARTURES AVAILABLE FROM: Vallejo, Berkeley, Richmond & San Francisco
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