There are three golf courses in Haywood. There’s Stonebrae, which features 18 holes, cooking classes, tennis lessons, and hiking. Skywest features a pro shop, practice ranges, and a bar and grill. Mission Hills is a simple, nine hole course managed by the local Park and Recreation District.

The shoreline is a 145 area marsh, along with five miles of graveled trails along the shoreline. You and your family (If you’re traveling with family), can enjoy a host of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, birdwatching, picnicking (Although there are no picnic tables in the area), and fishing–except in the marsh areas. Those who are 16 years and older must purchase a California State Fishing License.

This is a friendly place to walk with your dog. The park is designated as an “On leash” park. You should look for signage that provides directions, and designations for dogs in the park.

This is a rehabilitative center for wildlife, which features an educational center for children, and wildlife camp. Families can picnic in designated picnicking areas

Hayward’s Japanese Gardens are located near the downtown area, and it’s the oldest traditional Japanese Garden in California. The Gardens provide a peaceful tourist attraction for those looking for a quiet stroll. Weddings are often performed in the gardens.

If for some reason you’re not able to drive your vehicle, or if you don’t want to drive, you can take advantage of the Bay Area Rapid Transportation, or BART, which is a subway system that connects all the cities in the Bay Area. There’s also the AC Transit bus system, which services all of Alameda County, along with Contra Costa County. Hayward does have a general aviation airport, but the major airport is located in Oakland.