Benicia State Recreation Area

Benicia State Recreation Area is a nature preserve in Solano County featuring salt marshes, grassy hillsides, and rocky shoreline along the Carquinez Strait. The site provides walking paths and viewpoints overlooking the water, with open spaces for visitors to explore the landscape on foot.

The area was originally home to Native American peoples before undergoing industrial use in later periods. It was eventually restored and established as a protected state recreation area.

The recreation area functions as an educational site where visitors learn about local ecosystems through guided programs and nature observation.

The site is open daily from dawn until sunset, with parking fees required upon arrival. Restrooms, picnic tables, and trash facilities are available for visitors planning to spend the day here.

The area offers specialized overnight sites for self-contained motorhomes and trailers but excludes tent camping. This restriction helps protect the fragile marsh and shoreline ecosystems.

Location: Solano County

Website: http://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=476

GPS coordinates: 38.07360,-122.19300

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49