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    Sabercat Creek Trail

    4.6 (26 reviews)

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    Theresa M.

    We wanted to try a new one but not too long and a complicated park lol First time in this park/trail. I love that it is an average distance between 2-3 miles. Easy to Medium hike and walk especially when you just want to cave in on your exercise and quick hike. There's a lot of shades and nice trees. We're just disappointed we didn't get to see a sabercat though lol It took us 1 hr and 30 minutes and you won't get lost either that's why I loved it lol! It is somewhere close to residential areas such as apartment complexes, townhomes and big houses too. Unlike other parks, once you park on the street, the entrance is right there a few steps away. Dogs are allowed and there is no fee for parking either. We came in on a Saturday morning around 9 and done by 1030... It was not too hot nor too cold. Weather was perfect We were talking about how the people in the neighborhood are lucky to have a park just a few steps away from their home. They can enjoy walking with all these nature in a few minutes time without driving away from their own garage. We clocked in 8k steps and glad we did it. I know its 2k short of the daily requirement but hey we still moved our booty/body at least!... ha! Like what I said we just wanted a short one lol

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    Annabelle R.

    Went for a run at Sabercat Historical Park on a Thursday. There's a small but sufficient parking lot at Via Orinda and Castillejo Way. And a restroom at the Via Orinda trail entrance as well. The trail is simple, curvy, with several inclines (if you walk/run the full two miles or so), surrounded by beautiful nature, and a peaceful creek that runs parallel to it (near the Via Orinda side). Know that this trail weaves into the neighborhood as well, so you'll see plenty of lovely homes along the way. But you can also easily get lost due to the parts that take you along Old Mission Park and the Paseo Padre Path where you are distracted by traffic zooming by on the street (use the signs/maps at the trail entrances to try to avoid getting off-track). I enjoyed viewing the diverse assortment of trees throughout, including madrone, oak, and palm trees. As well as turkeys and ground squirrels galore! One issue I have is, although there are signs warning of uneven pavement, the condition of the concrete trail is pretty horrendous during some parts, lots of deep unending cracks! Let's just say, I wouldn't want to go skating here, it's like potholes for pedestrians. Still, I like that it's not crowded (at least not on a weekday afternoon), and it's a fairly easy run/hike.

    Al L.

    Our recent walk started from the Old Mission Community Park and it was a short five minutes' walk and we reached the trailhead to the Sabercat Historical Park. I never knew about this historical park that's a 2-mile paved pathway that runs through a former paleontological dig site, where thousands of fossil specimens have been collected, including mammoths, saber-toothed cats, wolves, giant sloths and cave bears. There are markers along the trail of these animals that had their fossils excavated here. The Park is nicely maintained with plants and trees lining the path. Fremont's Wine Region with nearly 50 wineries was once the largest in California. However, the local wine industry was devastated by the phylloxera epidemic, the 1906 earthquake and Prohibition. Along the trail you will see the foundation of deVaux Vineyards. From 1943 to 1959, the Irvington Area was such a large source for dinosaur fossils that the "Irvingtonian" North American Land Mammal Age was designated for fossils spanning from 1.9 million to 250,000 years. There is an information sign on the "In Search of Fossils" that makes good interesting reading. The trail has a high point should you want to walk it that leads you to a high point with views of Mission Peak. A nice discreet Park with lots of history in the Mission San Jose area.

    Dong Wook C.

    This is a nice safe trail that runs behind a higher end community of homes. I would have rated it lower a few years ago when it was covered in dog poop, but kudos to the brave individuals who spoke up and took the necessary steps to make dog walkers more responsible for their pets. The trail behind the estate homes is fairly easy to navigate. Be careful if you choose the opposing direction which is mostly woodland area as the ground can get narrow in some spots at higher elevations.

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    Trinity T.

    Get your kids into nature here! You feel completely out of the city and in the wilderness. Adorable creek that runs throughout and a hilltop view of the ocean. Easy walk even if you have small kids, stroller accessible, and DOG friendly!! FYI: Yesterday they planted an additional 78+ trees after receiving a grant from Microsoft! Thanks Microsoft!

    Irena S.

    My boyfriend joked that people on Yelp would probably call this "a hidden gem" and he isn't wrong! It's literally such a cute overlooked park/trail/nature area. Came here for a cute afternoon date last week because the weather was perfect! Pros: - perfect for a chill hike if you only want to be out for maybe 1-2 hours and don't want to exert yourself (there's some hills and one steeper stretch but it doesn't last long, gives you a cute view of Fremont and you can see all the way to the city/ the bridges) - Parking is fairly easy - I may have missed the parking lot, but we ended up just parking next to the trailhead near the residential area - Lots of trees and shade!, partly paved partly not, very very chill. - Very family friendly - There's also really informative signs about the animals that used to live in the area that are now extinct, a little bit about the trail / creek history, super fun if you want to take kids and have them learn Cons: - It's just short, so don't come here if you're looking for like a big workout hike type

    One of the starting points. This is the corner of Paseo Padre and Quema.
    Lily S.

    Grab your kids and your grandma and grandpa too 'cause this trail is good for the whole family. It's a little hidden trail in the Mission area of Fremont that runs only about 3/4 of a mile (one way). Half of it is paved and the other half is dirt, but nothing slippery or difficult. There's a stream that run through the trail, but it's not very deep and probably is dry by summer. In the winter/early spring, the place is green and lush. In the summer there are wildflowers, but the lush green is turning brown. At the highest points, you can see a nice view of the beautiful homes in the Mission. It's a wonderful way to put in a some steps or go for a short jog. If you're looking for something that will get your heart racing or has a bit of a challenge, this isn't it.

    Brian Y.

    Always look for trails to hit. This is in a nice neighborhood of what looks to be 1 million dollar homes. Was cool to walk on the trail by some great looking homes. Had there own parking lot with about 10-12 spaces. They have a bathroom too, and lol by bathroom I mean a door with a whole in the ground. Like literally, its a seat and if you dare to look inside, it leads to this deep underground. Really have no idea where your business all goes too. NO washing station, hand sanitizer had to be the way to go. Smallish trail, but I think the trails can lead to other trails and go for more miles

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    August M.

    Named after one of the extinct mammals that used to roam in what is now Fremont, Sabercat Creek Trail, in addition to a being a relaxing hike, is also a history lesson. Many interpretive signs are placed along the trail explaining the fossil finds, fast forwarding through the numerous wineries, farms, dairies and orchards that this area was noted for. There are several entry points to the trail with street parking, but if you're in search of a parking lot with a restroom, drive over to the intersection of Vía Orinda and Castillejo Way in the Cameron Hills neighborhood. It's clean and safe. Assuming you've entered the trail at Vía Orinda, you are closer to the western end. Most of the hills are from the parking areas down to the trail that parallels the creek. If you head west (go thru the large green cattle grazing gate and turn right), this part of the trail is the most undeveloped. In the summer, the creek is quite stagnant at this end. Go far enough and the paved portion ends in an unpaved, former quarry that rises above interstate 680. There are plans to extend the trail over the freeway. http://fremont.gov/3633/Sabercat-Trail-Extension-Project Now backtrack (head eastward) to explore the rest of the trail. Soon you'll pass a maker saying "Western Camel Restoration Site". Right behind the sign is an excellent spot to catch sight of the creek. Though its flow is only a trickle in the summer - you won't be disappointed. After passing through the Paseo Padre Parkway undercrossing, the trail enters the Mission San Jose district, and bisects by some posh homes, as well as becoming a walkway for a few of the neighborhood streets. When you reach Pine Street, you've hit the trail's end, and time to double back. It's a little less than a four mile round trip, so plan on spending around two to three hours. There are some shady spots, but most of it is exposed to the sun, with few benches to rest at along the way.

    L D.

    Very nice and serene. Flat and easy trails. For easy walk with family - young or old. There is a small creek as well.

    This is a hidden gem in Fremont area. I found this trail by chance. Last summer during the lockdown I was looking for a regular route for jogging. I have seen the Sabercat Creek trail sign board on Paseo Padre Pkwy many times. But it was a revelation when I decided to try that route. This is around 3-4 miles long trail with multiple entry points. I used to start from Pine street and go all the way to the end so that I can get the beautiful view of bay everyday. It is a little crowded (all about how you define it), so it's important to chose the timing if you want to avoid the crowd. The trail is not that narrow, there's enough width to physically distance from others. There are enough signs places throughout the trail explaining the importance of each marker especially the fossil finds. There are plenty of shady spots which are extremely helpful on a hot summer day. Some of the areas are very quiet and it's always relaxing while spending time there. There's a creek running along side the trail. There are some spots where you go near it. Kids will have fun time playing in the water. But be careful if it's a rainy season, the rocks can be slippery. If you are an early morning jogger, you can spot plenty of turkeys near the paseo padre pkwy entrance. There are parking areas and street parking near all the entrances. The only negative about this place is the dog poop. Some of the dog owners are very reluctant to pick up after their pets. Though it's well maintained place, this is something I hate about this place. So be careful of you want to deviate from the trail and enter the nearby grass fields. I have been using this trail for almost an year and never bored of this place. Depends on the crowd, i just re-adjust my route. It's a family friendly trail and almost near perfect place for some good, relaxing time. It's a real shame that I haven't discovered this earlier!

    Kay S.

    If you can't tell from my reviews I am in a bit of an outdoorsy mood lately. One morning I was eager to check out a new spot but didn't really want to go very far. Unable to find something on Yelp, I actually stumbled upon this park via Google. I decided to check it out. I don't know if there is a parking lot I missed but parked in the residential area next to the park - it is really more of a trail. True to it's name, there is a creek running through the entire park and a mostly flat, paved. easy trail next to it that makes it a great place if you have a dog or an elderly parent you like showing around. It was spring so everything was super green, wild flowers abound. Beautiful. It is a long and narrow park, and even then not that long, so don't expect a hike or that long of a walk. The trail goes under a mall underpass that is Paseo Padre. There are houses on both sides you can see which at first I found a little annoying as when I'm on a trail I'd like to at least feel like I'm in nature even if I'm not, but then I came to realize the houses are cool to look at and now add to the park's charm for me. There are some cute log benches you can sit on while walking if you want to take a load off too. Overall, a nice place to spend a morning.

    Elaine W.

    Nice nature. We took photos here, I like the flowing grass/plants in the wind.

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    Our recent walk started from the Old Mission Community Park and it was a short five minutes' walk and we reached the trailhead to the Sabercat Historical Park

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