Oakland
is a sports haven for everyone who enjoys watching or
participating in the activities. Whether you're an
outdoors enthusiast who's thrilled by scenic hikes, a ball
fanatic who loves to throw, kick, or hit bouncy projectiles, or
an avid fan who exercises his lungs cheering from a stadium
seat, Oakland is sure to have a team or activity to
please. Everything is convenient and the temperature is
usually perfect too.
Spectator Sports Teams
Golden
State Warriors Basketball
For information and tickets, call (888) 479-4667
Oakland
A'S Baseball
For information and tickets, call (510) 762-2255
Oakland
Raiders Football
For information and tickets, call (510) 762-2277
San
Francisco 49ERS
Football For information and tickets, call (415) 656-4900
San
Jose Earthquakes Soccer
For information and tickets, call (408) 985-4625
San
Jose Sharks Hockey
For information and tickets, call (415) 421-8497
Outdoor Recreation
Hang Gliding at Fort Funston
Experience flight at this breathtaking location with rugged
headlands, sandy beaches, and rolling dunes over looking the
Pacific Ocean. (415) 239-2366
Oakland
Ice Center
Offering public skating, classes,
private parties, and in house hockey programs, this world
class facility is also a training rink for Olympic competitors
and hopefuls. (510) 268-9000
Bay Area Skydiving
Free fall from 14,00 feet at 120 miles per hour and experience
the best view of the Bay Area-if your eyes are open! Beginners
jump tandem with an instructor, and lessons for solo jumping are
available (925) 635-7575
Rock Climbing at Berkeley
Ironworks
Climb the 45 foot lead wall and enjoy 14,000 square feet of
challenging climbing terrain. Workout facilities, a steam
bath, saunas and massage therapy are available. (510)
654-2510