In Oakland, you are never far from nature. Bordered by a stunning 19 miles of shoreline on the east, 12 miles of hilly stretch on the west, and a dramatic topography - Oakland is indeed, a splendid place for hiking, running, and enjoying nature. The artistic city also takes pride in having one of the highest counts of open spaces per capita in the USA. Nonetheless, if you are a trained athlete or have running groups, you can never miss the popular ‘Oakland Marathon’ held in March. Sequoia Bayview, French, East Ridge, Lake Merritt, Buena Vista Park, Redwood Regional Park, and Glen Canyon Park are some of the best places to explore while you are on the run in Oakland.