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Wildcat Gorge Trail connects the Brazil Building and Lake Anza.
It winds along the side of the hill below Island Picnic area, then dives
down into the gorge just below the Botanic Gardens. The stream in the gorge
flows all year, spilling into Lake Anza in the ESE corner of the lake.
Bring your suit and have a dip in the lake. There is an admission charge
to swim, but if you come late in the day, after the lifeguards leave, you
can enter and swim for free.
Don't miss a ride on the Steam Trains at Grizzly Peak Blvd. and Lomas Contadas, a thrill for children of any age. AC Transit's 67 bus line runs through the park on weekends, and both it and the 65 run to the edge of the park on weekdays. Visit the official Tilden web site for details on all the amenities of the park (including a downloadable map). From EBRPD's Tilden web site: "One of the District's three oldest parks, Tilden has been called the jewel of the system, and its recreational activities have become a happy tradition for generations of East Bay youngsters. From a pony ride to a carousel ride, from a picnic and swim at Lake Anza to a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone. Yet there are plenty of quiet places in Tilden's 2,077 acres to shelter the wildlife and preserve natural beauty. Tilden was named for Charles Lee Tilden, first president of the Park District Board of Directors."Tilden is a part of the East Bay Regional Parks District. |
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