Brickyard Cove, Richmond, California facts for kids

An aerial view of western Richmond, Brickyard Cove to the left of the green hill with the marina.

Brickyard Cove is a lovely neighborhood in Richmond, California, located right by the water. It's surrounded by the beautiful hills of Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline park and a beach. This area is also very close to Point Richmond.

The neighborhood has different kinds of homes. Some are apartments built into the hills, while others are houses on stilts right by the water. There are also newer, modern houses. Brickyard Cove is home to the Richmond Yacht Club and a marina, which is a special place for boats.

Fun Things to Do

Brickyard Cove has a few cool spots to visit.

Ferry Point Pier

You can find a fishing pier here called Ferry Point. Long ago, this spot was very important! It was where people could take a car ferry across the bay to San Francisco. This was a big connection for travelers who had just finished a long train journey across the country.

Keller Beach

There's also a nice beach called Keller Beach. It's a popular spot for people who live nearby to relax and enjoy the water.

Golden State Model Railroad Museum

If you love trains, you'll be excited to know that Brickyard Cove is home to the Golden State Model Railroad Museum. This museum has one of the biggest model train displays anywhere in the world! It's a fantastic place to see tiny trains chugging through miniature landscapes.

Getting Around

Brickyard Cove used to have a bus service, but it stopped in the early 1990s. Today, people mostly get around by car or by walking and biking on the local paths.

More Pictures

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  Brickyard Cove as seen from the gate

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  Brickyard Cove Pond, with the yacht club in the background