Endowed with scenic natural beauty, the Albany State Marine Reserve features a serene beach area and miles of undisturbed greenery. It serves as a sanctuary for a wide variety of marine species, including fish, invertebrates, marine mammals, and seabirds. The reserve provides a unique opportunity to observe the diversity of marine ecosystems and appreciate the importance of preserving these habitats. The clear waters offer glimpses of marine life and underwater rock formations. Albany State Marine Reserve is an ideal place to take a leisurely stroll while admiring the beauty of nature.
John L Carter Memorial Park is a verdant, spacious, and somewhat serene park dedicated to the founder of the town. Take a stroll among the shade of the trees, enjoy some calm and introspective time, or engage in community activities which are often held in this park. The park is dog friendly so pets are always welcome.
This park is among one of the largest parks in the area. It has three picnic shelters, two children’s play areas, an amphitheater, a lake (with ducks and turtles), baseball and softball fields, soccer fields, a jogging trail, restrooms, and a parking area. It is a complete recreational facility for people of all ages to come and spend some fun time with their family and friends.
The seat of the city of San Francisco, the Civic Center reflects true historic essence of the city. The center comprises of a group of various government institutions like the City Hall, the Civic Center Plaza, the United Nations Plaza and the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. These buildings of the grand neo-classical style serve as perfect venues for civic initiatives and public gatherings. The City Hall towers the center dome of the main building in the Civic Center, which is also home to the Exposition auditorium and the Main Library. Cultural events and extravaganzas are a regular happening at this grand municipal facility.