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This is the northern of two entrances to the park. There is considerable
parking provided with picnic tables and restrooms immediately available.
The southern entrance is about a block from here and has even more
parking. A large concrete area adjoins the southern parking area where
rollerblade enthusiasts practice.
Across the street from the parking areas is a large hill, covered with
native grasses and wildflowers, which affords spectactular views of the
park and the surrounding bay.
This picture of the park was taken after walking only halfway up the above
mentioned hill. The northern parking lot is clearly visible with the
park's major attraction, the lake, prominently shown. What is not easily
seen is the mile long trail that is completely contained within the park's
boundaries and circles the lake. It is enjoyed by nature lovers as well as
joggers and others needing daily exercise.
Here are three views of the lake found in the center of the park. As you
can see, there are large expanses of grass for playing soccer, volleyball
or other recreational sports. The trees and shrubs are well manicured and
afford a sense of esthetics rarely found except in the more affluent
regions of the bay area.
On the day these pictures were taken a large flock of Canadian geese were
sharing the park with many other species of birds as well as the people.
While I didn't get its picture, I also saw a great blue heron enjoying the
lake.
For those parents with small children that want some time for adult
conversation, there is a set of swings, slides and other toys to keep the
kids occupied. There are picnic tables nearby so that the children may be
observed during their play.
More views of the park with its open spaces and flowering trees.
Across the road from the park is another Bay Area treasure. The Golden
State Model Railroad Museum. It is open on Sundays from 1 to 5 PM. It is
well worth the time spent inside.
The entrance to Keller Beach is on Dornan Drive just outside of the south
end of the tunnel. A gently sloped trail leads to the park overlook.
From the overlook, the majesty of the bay can be seen although in this
picture the bay is not visible due to the overcast sky.
The beach is a little jewel, hidden between a hill on the north and an
expanse of trees on the south.
A large number of wild animals live in the park. This chipmunk seemed to
want to be photographed.
The Richmond Oil Terminal is just off the shore of the park affording
views of large tankers.
Miller Knox Regional Park is a 260 acre grassy area dotted with trees,
trails, picnic benches, parking lots and a beautiful lake. At all times of
year there are shore birds and squirrels to amuse the visitors. There is
no entrance fee. The park is named for US Representative George Miller and
California Assemblyman John Knox, both avid supporters of the Regional
Park concept.
A series of trails are available to visitors to Miller Knox.
For a tour, click on the word, trail
.