Welcome to India Basin Waterfront Park
The India Basin Waterfront Park Project is a partnership between the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, A. Philip Randolph Institute, Trust for Public Land, San Francisco Foundation, and the Bayview-Hunters Point community.
The project is environmental justice in action and aims to build a park that is both spectacular and crucial to the health of San Francisco’s southeast communities with an emphasis on public access, social equity, waterfront recreation, resiliency to sea level rise, and habitat and wetland restoration and enhancement.
The project plan combines the existing India Basin Shoreline Park area and the recently opened park at 900 Innes into India Basin Waterfront Park, one grand 10-acre waterfront park. The final portion of the project that will renovate India Basin Shoreline Park is anticipated to begin in mid-2025.
India Basin Waterfront Park is one of only a few parks in the nation to be guided by an Equitable Development Plan (EDP) developed by the community. The EDP ensures the park’s features and programming are culturally relevant and directly benefits the Bayview-Hunters Point community. EDP initiatives that are currently being implemented include Bayview Safety Swim and Splash and Rocking the Boat youth programs, the Food Pavilion’s rotating vendor and workshop programming supporting workforce and business development; Artist in Residence programming at the park supporting Arts, Culture and Identity, and more.
Upcoming Programming, Events and News
India Basin Hosts Park Prescription Program for Bayview-Hunters Point Seniors
Over the last month, the Rafiki Coalition, Southeast Health Center and En2Action partnered with the India Basin Waterfront Park project partners to pilot a park prescription program at India Basin Waterfront Park. The goal was to connect Bayview-Hunters Point residents with nature-based wellness activities designed to support physical and mental health.
The four-session program combined guided movement, meditation, reflection, health and nutrition education, and community-building activities to help participants incorporate parks into their health care routines.
The program introduced six of 13 participants to India Basin Waterfront Park for the first time, and 80% of participants said they were very likely to continue using the park as part of their health care routine. We hope to see many of these participants back at the park soon.
Stay tuned for more information about the next session of the program in the coming months.
Bayview Safety Swim & Splash Program Visits India Basin Waterfront Park
Youth and families from the Bayview Safety Swim and Splash program, a partnership with the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, visited India Basin Waterfront Park last weekend to enjoy their world-class destination on the Bay. This free learn-to-swim program serves youth ages 6 to 14 who live in or attend school in Bayview-Hunters Point, helping ensure every child is water-safe by sixth grade. Outlined in the park's equitable development plan, the program helps local youth build the skills and confidence to safely access and enjoy their park to the fullest. Learn more from KQED about the program and the equity gaps it aims to close at this link.
(Photo credit: Tâm Vũ/KQED)
India Basin Food Pavilion: Chef Paulette at The Food Pavilion in June
Join En2Action for its pop-up series at the India Basin Waterfront Park Food Pavilion (900 Innes Avenue), held on weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout June.
Chef Paulette Barnes of The Sweet Life by Paulette takes over this month, bringing more than 20 years of culinary experience and a menu inspired by the rich flavors of Creole and Cajun cuisine. A Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Barnes is known for her bold cooking, elevated presentation and soulful hospitality, with a background spanning luxury catering, private dining, culinary education and community-based food experiences. Learn more at the link below.
Creole Catfish Court-bouillon Workshop at The Food Pavilion on June 11
Join Chef Paulette Barnes at the India Basin Waterfront Park Food Pavilion (900 Innes Avenue) on Thursday, June 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. for a hands-on Creole cooking workshop featuring catfish court-bouillon, a richly spiced Louisiana fish stew rooted in Creole tradition.
Participants will learn the techniques, flavors and history behind the classic Creole dish while exploring the foundations of Creole cooking. To learn more and RSVP, click this link.
District 10 CityBuild Academy Trainees Graduate From Program
Seven District 10 residents recruited through the India Basin Waterfront Park project as trainees in the CityBuild Academy recently graduated from the program at a special ceremony in Mission Bay. Participants learned construction skills to prepare for work on city projects, including potential opportunities at India Basin Waterfront Park. Congratulations to the graduates as they begin the next chapter in their careers!
Facility Hours
Shipwright’s Cottage
Welcome Center: Wednesday to Sunday - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Archie Green Community Room: En2Action Office Hours every first and third Monday - 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Food Pavilion
En2Action featuring local chefs:
Saturdays to Sundays - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Office Hours
Every first and third Monday of the month from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Rocking the Boat:
Community Row Day on June 14
Interested in renting a space at the park? Click this link for more information on how to apply for a permit.
Check out recent photos below from the India Basin Waterfront Park Project!
