Not just a collection of trees, forests provide habitats for many animals and plants and pump out the oxygen we need to live. Visit Hans Jenny Pygmy Forest Reserve and learn about the importance of this diverse ecosystem.
If you want free activities and attractions to put on your Northside schedule, Hans Jenny Pygmy Forest Reserve is a good place to start. But this dense growth of trees is just one of a myriad of sights that attract tourists to this urban neighborhood. Make tracks to nearby Greek Theater, Oakland Museum of California and University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley to cap off your day of sightseeing.