Lovely park with lots of local wildlife, flora, and birds! Plenty of parking when we went right…read moreafter dinner and walking the stretch around the lake is enough to kill around an hour if you're just jaunting around and more than enough to digest a big meal. Around sunset on a Monday there were still lots of people sitting on the benches, walking, biking, jogging, and roller blading. Felt pretty safe, but when the sun sets there's not many walkway/street lamps so keep that in mind. Lots of Canadian geese and we got to see their awkward teenage goslings. There's some ducks and we got to see what looked like cormorant and I think a small heron. We also got to see small song birds and some robins too. It's neat that they have bird houses on some of the trees too and we got to see some ground squirrels. I think the prehistoric themed playground is super nice too. I LOVE themed things so the little saber tooth structure from the distance was quite nice. Along the lake are some "work out equipment" like a pull up bar and parallel bars. Lots of bird turds, so be wary of where you walk, but other than that. A solid park.

most elizabeths are great. to name a few - the queen (rip), elizabeth taylor (the queen), and…read moreelizabeth hurley (also the queen especially when she pulled up in that versace dress, if you don't know what i'm talking about just google it). lake elizabeth is a spectacular elizabeth! it reeks of geese droppings and i'm HERE FOR IT. not in a weird way. it's super nostalgic for every fremont kid, has a great scenic 2 mile trail, and also offers alternative trails like the one behind the railroad. great place for community events and parties. squirrels are cute. note - trail is flat but there is one section that's super bumpy. not ideal for roller skaters like me who only have indoor wheels! some personal memories from childhood: watching an old guy catch a rainbow fish out of the lake, getting chased by a goose, falling off the brown playground slide, getting screamed at by a random parrot

I'm trying to check out more paved, longer bike paths managed by East Bay Regional Parks in 2026…read more On a bright, warm, January day, I rode the Alameda Creek trail from the Niles Staging area out to the end of the trail at the bay. There's a large free lot off Old Canyon Road with a not so great porta potty but pretty straightforward access to the trail. It's all paved and fairly wide but has sections that have seem better days with some rough sections, bumps and potholes. Still, it's a mostly pleasant ride as you're riding along the creek the entire way. The first section has some nice views of the winter green hills and even the Niles hillside sign in the distance. For some sections you'll be parallel to a busy road as well as some housing developments but once you get closer to Coyote Hills regional park, the scenery vastly improves. You actually intersect with the Bayview trail at Coyote Hills, so can take a detour around the park if you want more miles. However, I just followed the creek trail until it ends with some picnic benches at the bay. Overall, a fun trail that's mostly flat with a few short inclines each time you go under one of the roadside overpasses. I liked that you didn't have to wait at any busy intersections since the trail is continuous and easy to follow. I got to see some deer, herons, egrets, lots of geese and other shorebirds closer to the bay. The trail wasn't too crowded on a Saturday. Overall, I'm glad I checked it out and may come back again.

Great bike ride for ebike. Started near Mission / Niles to end of the paved roads near Coyote…read moreCreek. Some parts in Union City needs repairs.

My bf and I started our hike from the Stanford Avenue trailhead. The parking lot was full around…read more10am this past Sunday, but street parking was plentiful along Vineyard Avenue. As a first-timer here, I was pleasantly surprised by the gradual incline and found the difficulty level to be manageable. In fact I saw people of all ages along the trail, including babies and senior citizens, and a bunch of unleashed dogs too. There were a few grazing cows, but otherwise we didn't encounter many animals nor pesky flying insects during our trek. Beware, the climb does become steeper and more challenging the closer you get to the top. It's a workout on the way down as well, but not as tiring. My legs didn't really feel it till the next day. Be ready for sore muscles! We got lucky with the weather, as it wasn't scorching hot, rather sunny and breezy on this beautiful spring day. The season may affect your experience as there's minimal shade. But plenty of opportunities to take a break and enjoy the views while surrounded by lovely scenery and grassy hills. Several benches along the way too. This was a nice hike, mildly challenging for the most part, with ample space on the wide gravel and dirt trails, so it doesn't feel too crowded even with many visitors on site. There are also restrooms (porta potties), free parking for convenience, and an alternate (though longer) route via Ohlone. Much to appreciate about Mission Peak.

Practice walking uphill and train to get yourself ready for it!…read more oh my gosh, how are children doing this trail and I'm struggling and pushing myself! passed a few children along the way up and down. maybe they got carried? maybe they're just doing a section of it? maybe they've been training since they were born?! ok ok if they can do it, i can too. it was an extra motivation. Took me a bit over 4 hours of a hike with few breaks. Start to finish get back to the same spot. Bring at least two bottles of water per person. Wear a hat. Sunglasses. Sturdy shoes Walk carefully over the rocks, don't want to hurt yourself and it gets slippery in some spots Choice of Trails: 1) Beginner trail- from ohlone college. Less steep, more trees for shade in the beginning. Longer. 2) Stanford trail - steep but shorter Saw some cows along the way on the Ohlone trail just lounging around and eating or taking a break in the sun! You get real close to them! Just don't touch them

Sabercat Creek Trail is tucked between stunning, large homes and pockets of quiet neighborhoods,…read morejust five minutes from 680. Fremont has so many beautiful hiking trails, so I was surprised to discover this one, I had no idea it was even there. We started at the Pine Street entrance, which sits along a busy street and between residential homes. We were careful not to block any driveways, especially after noticing several hand-painted "No Parking" signs. The trail is paved... until it isn't. We got a little turned around at one point and ended up near some barbed wire, so we turned back and retraced our steps. In total, we hiked for about an hour and fifteen minutes. The trail winds behind these magnificent homes and connects to several other trailheads along the way. It offers beautiful Bay Area views, and we heard so many birds throughout the hike. There was even an audio tour available via a QR code created by a local Boy Scout troop, such a cool touch! I'm really looking forward to returning and feel so grateful to have access to these wonderful, accessible trails.

I really enjoy this trail. It's an easy trail, dog friendly, and family friendly as well. Plenty of…read moreshade which is great for summer time.

Came here with my girlfriend for a morning walk. The parking was good. The path was clean and…read moreoffered lots of views of the water and the hills in the background. Lots of wildlife. It's a good walk for 3.5 miles.

There's free parking at the Isherwood Staging Area and convenient gate access to the lake trails at…read morethe end of this lot (so no need to trek to the main parking lot to enter the park). Not only did I save money by avoiding parking fees, but there were so many adorable goats along the creek on the other side of the ISA lot, seemingly hundreds. Apparently, they are brought in periodically for wildfire prevention as they eat the dry grass. It was a lovely surprise. The Quarry Lakes recreation area offers multiple restrooms, picnic tables and park benches galore, plenty of grass with grazing geese, ducks swimming in the water, squirrels scampering around, fishing docks and pier, and wide gravel trails bordering the lakes which was perfect for my run this past Sunday. There were hardly any visitors while I was there so I was able to enjoy the scenic views and serene environment with minimal distractions.

Very beautiful and serene for evening walks or hiking and biking. I always like to go there when…read moreI'm not working out.

I came here this past weekend after many years. It brought back a lot of memories from when I used…read moreto live close by and used to come here often. A regular weekend routine was a bike through Niles Canyon up to Sunol and back. There are a lot of spots where you can stop and enjoy the stream and the views. This is probably the closest you are going to get a "country" feel in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the Bay Area.

Beautiful park in Pleasanton with over 20 hiking loops/trails according to the hiking app. No…read moreshortage of inclines so you're sure to get a good workout in no matter which path you choose. There is plenty of parking and clean restrooms and the trails are marked along the way.

Great hiking area in Pleasanton. There are a few staging areas and entry points. This review is for…read morethe Castleridge Trailhead along Foothill Road. Here, there are free parking spaces along street as well as a small parking lot down the road. At the trailhead, you reach the Courdet Trail and can hike up about 2-miles (1,000 ft elevation gain). It sounds strenuous but it actually isn't too bad as the incline levels out in numerous places and there is plenty of shade all along the trail. From the top of the trail, you can head back down the way you came, or connect with a handful of other trails at the top and keep going! I went on a Sunday morning around 7:30 and it wasn't too difficult finding parking. The trail also wasn't too crowded, but by the time I finished around 9:30 the crowds were picking up. Dog friendly and clean!

Easily accessible via the Dry Creek parking nearby. There are several loops available. A lot of…read morepeople choose to stay on the main gravel trail, but you can also check out the dirt trails that take you uphill as well. Some tips below: -Parking. Dry Creek parking is perfectly fine but it can get packed. Try to get there before 12:00 to ensure you'll get a parking space. Also, do not leave any valuables in the car (as noted by the signs with this same exact warning). -The trails and preparations. There is a lot to explore here, so you can check some online resources to plan a route for yourself, or explore freely. I highly recommend bringing at least 2 liters of water if you are going on a 1.5 hour or longer excursion, because there are many spots on this trail where there is not a lot of covering. Snacks like trailmix, nuts, fruts, and sturdy breads (bagels) will be perfect for these trails. -Flora, Fauna, and Safety. You'll see magnificent hawks flying above and cows grazing on the fields. Do not disturb the cows. There can also be lots of dog traffic and occasional horseback riders. There is a warning for mountain lions as well as poisonous mushrooms. In short, be careful with young children around, and protect yourselves.