Albany State Marine Reserve

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The Park is currently OPEN.

Reservations

Contact Number

No phone number listed.

Park Hours

No Hours Listed

Park Activities

Are Dogs Allowed?

Yes

Day-Use Activities & Facilities

Fishing
Beach Area
Vista Point
Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Windsurfing/Surfing

Trail Use

Hiking Trails

Park Facilities

EV Information

E-Bike Locations
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EV Charger Locations

Other Facilities & Visitor Information

Parking
Drinking Water Available

Boating

Park Directions

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Albany State Marine Reserve is at the northern end of McLaughlin Eastshore State Park. From eastbound Interstate 80 / 580, take the Albany / Buchanan St exit. Tun left and follow the western extension of Buchanan St to parking areas. From westbound I-80, take the Albany Exit (Exit 13). At Cleveland Av, turn left and proceed to Buchanan St, turn right. Merge onto the main part of Buchanan St and make a legal U-turn to head west toward the park entrance.

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