We’re lucky in SF to have so many wonderful parks in the city, and a new one just opened on SF’s waterfront. The new park is part of the ongoing India Basin Waterfront Park Project which started three years ago. The project combines the India Basin Shoreline Park with the new waterfront park creating a 10-acre public area.
The newly opened park is located at 900 Innes Ave. in the Bayview area, and features trails, a brand new food pavilion, and waterfront recreation for San Franciscans to enjoy. Two public piers and a floating dock were also added for the public to enjoy. One of the park’s most unique features is the ‘makers shop’ for boat building which harkens back to the areas original use.
“As a former San Francisco Supervisor and Chair of the India Basin Waterfront Task Force, the India Basin Waterfront Park was a project I championed with the goal to create a vibrant, healthy, and connected community that benefits everyone,” stated Controller Malia M. Cohen in a recent press release.“ This park is a crown jewel of this neighborhood and San Francisco. It represents a significant win for our city, the community, and the stakeholders that partnered together to ensure the park became a reality. Honoring the Bayview’s rich history, arts, and culture, this open space looks, feels, and operates as an integrated park. I encourage everyone to visit, work, and play in this beautiful park.”
The park has been a long time coming. The city of SF first acquired the land in 2014, but a extensive cleanup project took place to remove contamination had to take place before construction could start on the new park. The opening of the 900 Ines portion of the park is just the beginning. Work on the Shoreline park will begin soon to make major improvements to the park. Plans for the Shoreline Park include a boathouse, pier, grilling area, and a new dock for water activities.
The price for the project isn’t cheap, with $200 million in funding needed. Significant portions of the funding came from donations, and$69 million came from the state. Don’t forget to check out the beautiful new park when you have a chance at 900 Ines Ave. in Bayview.