Fremont, California
Mission Peak Regional Preserve is a popular hiking destination in Fremont, famous for the 'Mission Peak Pole' at the summit. It offers sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Challenging hike; panoramic views of the Bay and Sierra Nevada; iconic summit marker; grazing cattle.
Hike to the summit (Hidden Valley Trail is popular); take a photo with the pole; watch the sunset; hang gliding.
Spring (green hills) or early morning to avoid heat.
Free entry; parking fees may apply at the main lot.
Restrooms at trailhead, limited parking, trails.
The hike is steep and exposed (little shade); bring plenty of water; parking fills up very early on weekends.
Ohlone College; Ed R. Levin County Park.