Yerba Buena Island, Natural island in San Francisco Bay, California.
Yerba Buena Island is an island in San Francisco Bay with residential neighborhoods and green spaces connected to Oakland via the Bay Bridge. The island combines housing with parks and public areas that shape the everyday environment where people live and spend time outdoors.
The island was previously known as Sea Bird Island and Wood Island before receiving its current name. During the Gold Rush era, goat farming took place here, reflecting the agricultural use of the land at that time.
The Island Club serves as the main gathering spot where residents participate in fitness classes, social events, and community activities. The space reflects how people spend their everyday lives here, coming together for shared interests and informal meetings.
Access to the island is mainly by ferry, which provides regular connections between the island and downtown San Francisco. Visitors should plan according to ferry schedules and note that weather conditions can occasionally affect transportation to and from the island.
A tunnel runs beneath the island connecting the eastern and western sections of the Bay Bridge, representing a striking engineering achievement. Most visitors don't realize this massive underground passage exists beneath their feet as they explore the island above.
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