Access to Nature
Evaluates how access to parks, trails, and open space is distributed across the Estuary
Improving Access to Parks and Open Space Can Increase Human Health and Well-Being
Across the Estuary, improving access to open space and outdoor recreation facilities makes it more likely that more communities will enjoy the important benefits provided by these spaces—such as recreation, improved mental health, and clean air and water.
This is a new indicator for the State of Our Estuary. The status and trend information for this indicator is currently under development and will be released on this page during a future update.
The San Francisco Bay Trail in San Rafael provides scenic shoreline recreation opportunities to the Canal District and other nearby communities. Ben Botkin, San Francisco Estuary Partnership.
The San Francisco Bay Trail in San Rafael provides scenic shoreline recreation opportunities to the Canal District and other nearby communities. Ben Botkin, San Francisco Estuary Partnership.
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Safe for Swimming
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Shoreline Recreational Use
Tracks visitor numbers and activity types in shoreline parks (Under development)
Stewardship & Learning
Tracks the levels of participation in shoreline stewardship and education programs (Under development)
Wetland Decision-Making
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