Fremont Older Preserve is right in the neighborhood and has trails of various lengths, perfect for…read morea short walk or lengthier, leisurely hike. How did I not know about this spot growing up! This natural sanctuary from everyday life is nestled right into Cupertino. No narrow, winding, hilly driving necessary. No need to go too far to get a scenic hike and a view. Just drive a bit into a neighborhood and park by the street near the trailhead. This place is beautifully grassy and lush, with areas that feel surprisingly removed from Silicon Valley life despite being so close by. I'm conflicted about sharing this somewhat hidden gem, but it's such a nice place to be. Looking forward to visiting a few times as the weather gets warmer :)

Loved the trail, but FYI there are a ton of ticks. We're lucky our dog is on Simparica Trio, but we…read morestill found one biting and stuck on her belly. Make sure to check your pups carefully after!

Cane here on 4th of July for a family hike. Found parking inside when we arrived around 9. Took…read moreabout 45m roundtrip to hike the Maisie's peak. We ran into a lot of friendly people. Keep in mind it gets hot with minimal shade. Overall would do again for a nearby hike.

I always love coming here for a hike. There is multiple trails available and a lot of nice views…read more Biking is allowed on the trails too, just stay clear of the people biking. The only downside is if you come in through the prospect road entrance there isn't a lot of parking spots, so it's all about luck and timing. Also, please don't double park because then people can't get out, I saw it first hand happen to someone

My first time visiting here…read more Absolutely gorgeous. If you're into quiet drives surrounded by nature, and/or love hiking, this is the place for you and your family and friends. Bicycling, jogging or just walking, this is the place for you.

One of the most interesting hikes I've been on in the South Bay!…read more We took a random hike on a Sunday afternoon, and it actually wasn't too crowded in the lot or on the trail. There's a number of different types of trails you can go on. It fascinated me how it alternated between a regular trail, to smoother hills, to a bit of a rocky climb. I would definitely recommend stopping by, especially for the gorgeous views!

I love Rancho San Antonio! It can get pretty busy on weekends, so I usually just walk there from…read morehome. If you drop by on a weekday morning or afternoon, parking is typically a lot easier. The park is beautiful and well-maintained. There are several trails with ranging difficulty levels, so you can choose your adventure. There are flat dirt sections, slightly rocky sections, and some that are paved. You'll often spot deer, squirrels, wild turkeys, and sometimes coyotes wandering around, plus some really pretty birds! You can also drop by the farm to see some livestock.

This is our favorite location to hike. It has trails for every level and all ages of hikers…read more The easy trail leads to a farm. The more difficult one leads to the higher ground for a good view of the Bay Area. On the trails, people can see various wild animals. For example: deers, turkeys, and squirrels. We have not encountered any mountain lions yet. Parking will be easier if one comes: -- early at 6AM for the first wave -- 2nd wave would be 8:15AM

Underbear Newish…read more±1,400-acre Open Space Preserve that's located only three-mikes south of Los Gatos, and is one of the few places in the area left to see Old-growth Redwoods. The Good: *Free! *One of the newer OSPs, as it officially opened in ±2019 *Fairly large paved parking lot that holds ±30 vehicles, including three ADA parking spots. There's a separate parking lot at the stables, but you need a permit. *Over ten miles of hiking trails *ADA Compliant trail around the pond in the parking lot. *Horses OK (check trail signage) *Picnic tables in the parking lot *As mentioned above, one of the few places in the South Bay that you can view old-growth Redwoods that doesn't require you to drive down to Felton (Henry Cowell) or Big Basin. *If you're looking for a challenge, the Upper Peter Siemens Trail-Madrone Knoll Trail has an elevation gain of ±1,500' over ±3.5 miles The Meh: *No dogs/pets The Ugly: *Restrooms in the parking lot, but I believe they were vault toilets--don't look down! 0_o Conclusion: Great place to get your hike on if you're in the South Bay and don't feel like a terribly long drive.

The 6.2-mile 1000 feet of elevation is now my new favorite local trail, especially having recently…read morewatched Hamnet, the scenery felt strangely cinematic, as if certain moments--especially the cave entrance--had been lifted directly from the film. In Hamnet, the cave stands as a symbol of that mysterious realm of death, the void from which we come and to which we ultimately return. Yet on this beautiful sunny afternoon, as life breathes through every tree, every leaf, and every small flower, and as I feel the gentle care and encouragement of those beside me, I realized, not in a limbo zone way, that the world, exactly as it is, is beautiful enough. Heaven must be even better. https://youtube.com/shorts/xiQGHA3WKrY?si=womdxeGsiEBLsH0W

The reservoir is pretty nice, you can see large bass patrolling territory on the dam side if you…read morewake up early enough and carp school in the morning too. Come 9 am on Saturday the Sunnyvale Rod and Gun Club opens and it is a busy range, so expect to hear distant gunfire. The reason why this rating is lower than average is because some of the people on the reservoir have a lower than average iq. Normally everyone here is respectful but this morning I watched some paddle-boarder head right for some fisherman's line.. the reservoir is massive with so much space.

It's a beautiful park with trail heading to a reservoir. Parking $6…read more We walked through Tony Look trail to the dam. It's mostly flat except for a short road towards the dam. Too bad you can't walk around the dam, the trail makes a loop halfway around the dam.

Incredible views and well worth the 25 minute drive for me. I have done it many times over the…read moreyears and will be coming back for many many more.

My pics don't do justice. It was my first time last weekend and made it to my fave trail list…read more Such stunning views and great trails! We parked on the side street.

About a 30 minute walk from the Prospect parking lot, on the easy side, hiking along several…read moreconnecting trails, including Cora Older, Hayfield, and Coyote Ridge Trail. Very little shade up there, but pretty views. For the "highest point of the park", it doesn't seem very high, but maybe that's due to the gradual climb. We enjoyed our trek to this viewpoint, while exploring the Fremont Older Open Space Preserve on a beautiful sunny afternoon.

I don't know what Maisie's peak is and neither did the park ranger I spoke to. However, I did park…read morewhere Yelp said where this was located and had a glorious hike this past weekend. It was an eventful trip including seeing an amorous couple getting busy along the trail. Get a room people! All good, just make sure no kids are around.

This park is so small and cute! Came here for a dusky walk before dinner. The boardwalk weaves…read morethrough a grove of redwoods, hovering over what likely fills to be a nice creek during wetter seasons. There are a lot of birds hanging up in the upper parts of the trees. We couldn't see them but could hear wingbeats every so often. The park connects very conveniently to another one with playgrounds, fields, rec center, and restrooms.

This is a nice little 6-acre open space area in a residential neighborhood. I like it because you…read moredon't have to go far into the hills to see the redwoods, it's close to town. A short boardwalk trail goes around the trees. The preserve has a trail to Shoup Park, it's about a mile there and back with the preserve loop trail. I think this place would be much better in the wintertime when the streams are full of water. In the summer it was dry and hot even in the shade. This would be a good place for a birder; I heard many birds throughout and saw a few woodpeckers.

one of the best trails in santa clara county for any level…read morehiker walker or runner stunning valley views several entrances

Easy paved trail with not much of steep uphill/downhill sections, ideal for anyone with elderly…read morefolks in their group. Along the creek and some beautiful green areas. Our kids enjoyed the various exercise stations along the trail, though some of them are in need of repair. Trail ended in Campbell Park, where they have a nice playground for kids under 8 years old to enjoy. Happy trailing!