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September 2025 JOIN US AT THE SOLANO STROLL! The ever-popular Solano Stroll is coming up September 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to stop by BPWA’s booth, located on the north side of the street ju
JOIN US AT THE SOLANO STROLL!
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The ever-popular Solano Stroll is coming up September 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be sure to stop by BPWA’s booth, located on the north side of the street just east of Ensenada Avenue. We’ll have lots of fun merchandise for sale, including our 10th edition map, our new T-shirt, and more. Come say hello and share your path stories with us!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT SOLANO STROLL BOOTH
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Can you help for two hours at one of our most important events of the year? Here’s what we do at the booth: 1) sell maps, T-shirts, and other merchandise; 2) answer questions about the paths and path-building; 3) recruit new members, path builders, and walk participants. For details and times, email us at info@berkeleypaths.org.
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OUR NEW T-SHIRTS HAVE ARRIVED!
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Just released: Our new T-shirt in a refreshed favorite design! Made of a comfortable lightweight cotton blend, it’s available in sizes S, M, L, and XL for $35. |
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For purchase on our website or in person at the September 14 Solano Stroll. |
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EXPLORING NORTHBRAE WITH COUNCILMEMBER SHOSHANA O’KEEFE
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On August 9, 17 path wanderers joined Berkeley District 5 Councilmember Shoshana O'Keefe (third from right in photo), on a walk through the paths and parks of her district. Included were Great Stoneface Park, Frederick Mini Park, Indian Rock Park, and Contra Costa Rock Park—just a few of the area’s rich public assets. “Walking with neighbors and community members through North Berkeley reminded me of just how special our city’s hidden pathways are,” says O’Keefe. “The Berkeley Path Wanderers Association has done such incredible work to preserve and connect these walkways, adding so much character, beauty, and connectivity to our neighborhoods. I’m grateful to them for all their efforts to link our neighborhoods together, and make our community more walkable, vibrant, and welcoming for all.”
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PATH MAINTENANCE WORK PARTIES
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Join us for a path maintenance work party!Wednesday, September 10, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, September 28, 10 a.m. to noon Do you enjoy working with your hands and seeing tangible results of your efforts? Join us to clean up Berkeley’s paths, work that’s mostly weeding, sweeping, raking, and clipping. We will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own. Please also bring your own water, as we won't be offering water or refreshments. Please RSVP to receive an email confirming the meeting place by writing to our path maintenance team at path.maintenance@berkeleypaths.org. |
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Note: Heavy rain cancels. If rain is in the forecast, check the www.berkeleypaths.org website the day before to see if the walk is cancelled.
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When: Friday, September 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Leader: Alina Constantinescu
Start/end: 899 The Alameda
Distance/elevation gain: 3.5 miles, 500 feet
Accessibility: Steep streets and stairways. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. No restrooms. This staircase sunset hike will take us through the beautiful Thousand Oaks neighborhood, including three parks (ride down a concrete slide optional, but highly encouraged!), a dozen stairways, beautiful architecture (including a stop at the Spring Mansion), and bay views at every turn. We'll return at the starting point shortly after sunset. Read More |
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When: Sunday, September 21 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Leader: John Ford
Start/end: 2720 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley (Willard Park Clubhouse)
Distance/elevation gain: 4 miles, 560 feet
Accessibility: Not suitable for wheelchairs. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. We will check out 12 paths in the Elmwood/Claremont neighborhood, passing some grand houses and beautiful gardens. The four-mile walk has a fair amount of up and down, including quite a few stairs. Read More |
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When: Friday, October 3 from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Start/end: 111 Washington Ave., Richmond
Leader: Alina Constantinescu
Distance/elevation gain: 3 miles, 400 feet
Accessibility: Steep streets and stairways. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. No restrooms. We’ll be exploring whimsical Point Richmond—a fun, hilly, bay-front neighborhood just south of the Richmond Bridge. The golden hour is the best time to check out the Point's wonderful Wave Garden, a magical space with beautiful sculptures, landscaping, and views. We'll also wander on hidden stairs and paths to Keller Beach and to “Little Point Richmond,” the Bay Area's absolute BEST collection of fairy houses. Read More |
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When: Saturday, October 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Leader: Lynn Deregowski
Start/end: Cedar-Rose Park, 1300 Rose Street. Meet on the southern/Cedar Street side near the Ohlone Greenway crosswalk.
Distance/elevation gain: 2 miles, flat
Accessibility: Flat, paved terrain, mostly sidewalks and walking paths. Well-behaved dogs on leash welcome. As part of our All-the-Parks-in-Berkeley series, this route packs in nine distinctive parks. We’ll stroll streets named for literary greats, admire some Victorian homes and 19th-century landmarks, and see how these neighborhoods have evolved over the decades. Dogs are more than welcome; they might just add a few new favorite spots to their sniff list as we explore green spaces and history together. Read More |
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When: Saturday, October 25 from 9 a.m. to noon
Leader: Sandy Friedland
Start/end: 2701 Eighth Street, Berkeley, in front of Standard Fare Restaurant
Distance: 4.75 miles, flat
Accessibility: One crossing of railroad tracks and a short section of an uneven dirt path. Restrooms at the start and in Emeryville about a mile later. No dogs, please. From the largest mural in Berkeley to a tiny handprint in Emeryville, this walk is full of surprises! In addition to lots of public art, we’ll pass chic new architecture, whimsical utility boxes, artist co-ops, and some fascinating light industry. We’ll walk the length of Aquatic Park and check out the enormous new Berkeley Commons. Read More |
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Berkeley Path Wanderers Association
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Berkeley Path Wanderers Association is a community organization of people who treasure the public pathways that crisscross our city. Learn More
The BPWA board generally meets monthly. Please contact info@berkeleypaths.org for more information. We always welcome new volunteers to lead walks on Berkeley’s paths. If interested, please contact Walks Coordinator Tamara Gurin or Jen English at walks@berkeleypaths.org. To support Berkeley's paths, you can donate online. All donations are tax-deductible and go toward building new paths, repairing and clearing existing paths, purchasing handrails, and advocating for paths and walkers. |
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