Vargas Plateau Regional Park — Attraction in Fremont

This place is amazing, great, and definitely offers a new, recently-opened, experience. The park offers a great view from above, allowing anyone to see all the way to the the tip of the peninsula, on a cloudy day, anyways, from the amazing provided viewing area. In addition, the park has a new, recently built bathroom, as well as a decently-sized expanded parking lot. The trails are relatively narrow and short, compared to other parks, but still offer hikers, bikers, and riders a scenic view of the South Bay, Niles Canyon, and potential view of the Sunol Town Area. The trail also leads the explorers through a small forest, through the hills, past ponds and streams, and past dense fields of grass. Beware though, since the park is relatively new you may encounter snakes, through they seem to be afraid of people, as they're really small. However, you may meet other interesting creatures such as ground squirrels, lizards, and even potentially turkeys and deer. In addition, be aware of the approaching road to the park from Morrison Canyon Road, as it is only a one lane paved alley, shared by two way traffic, hikers, and bikers. Although it has turnabouts, it is highly suggested to approach from Highway 680, where there is a mostly two laned bidirectional road. Besides that, this is definitely an amazing place to check out for riding, hiking, nature watching, and...

We visited on a crystal clear Sunday afternoon and the view was fantastic - at the top of the trail overlooking the town of Niles, we could see all the way to SF and Marin county and all around The Bay. The hills are now a healthy green and plenty of cattle out and about. We also saw several raptors hunting. We hiked about 4 miles total and the trails are wide and not too steep. I will definitely head back to this spot to see how it changes with the seasons and time of day. I don't know when or if there are busy times but the parking lot is not too large - there were only 2 spots left when we arrived around 3 and none when we returned. They do have 2 handicapped spots and a toilet in case you...

This park in Fremont is a hidden gem for those looking for scenic views and peaceful hikes. The park offers trails with moderate difficulty, ideal for hiking, biking, and even horseback riding. As you ascend, you're rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the Bay Area, including the East Bay hills and Silicon Valley, which look especially beautiful at sunset. You will also see a lot of cows grazing. The terrain is mostly open grassland with some shaded areas, so it's best to come prepared for sun exposure. While it's a quieter alternative to other East Bay parks, keep in mind there are limited facilities, so bring water and any necessities. A great spot for a serene...