Introducing Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park, a stunning outdoor destination nestled in Pleasanton, California. With its picturesque landscapes and diverse range of recreational activities, this park offers a refreshing escape for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Spanning over thousands of acres, Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park boasts numerous hiking trails, inviting visitors to explore its rolling hills, scenic valleys, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or a more exhilarating mountain biking experience, this park caters to all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. With its tranquil ambiance, abundant wildlife, and well-maintained facilities, Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is the perfect destination for individuals and families seeking solace in nature. Come and immerse yourself in the beauty of Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park, where unforgettable memories await.
Amenities and More
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Good for kids
- Dogs allowed
- Public toilet
- Kid-friendly hikes
Reviews
This park is amazing! Beautiful park with playgrounds that are a dream come true! Gorgeous flower beds and really awesome grass!! The restrooms were spotless and there was ample parking. For us it was an hour and a half drive and definitely worth it!!
Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park/ Oaktree-Woodland Loop/ California
A pleasant short hike with a moderate difficulty level. It features brief climbs, flat stretches, and lovely views from the summit.
This park has plenty of different hiking trails which are mostly easy and can be done along with younger kids. There is limited amount of shade on this hike, make sure you plan accordingly on a hot sunny day.
The trail lengths goes from a couple of miles to over 10 miles by combining different trails. This park is also very popular with mountain bikers. And if you have a gravel bike, this can be a great spot. The total elevation on the trails is around 1750 feet.
The views from here are not extra ordinary however beautiful enough. In some ways, this park is unique and as you go deep, the scenery changes with every mile. Best season to come here is spring when all the hills are lush green.
I hiked to Sunol Peak from Tyler Ranch Staging Area via Sunol Ridge Trail. I enjoyed watching the spectacular scenery of the San Francisco Bay area while hiking on the Sunol Ridge Trail, including but not limited to Sunol Peak, Mt Diablo, Amador Valley, Livermore Valley, Maguire Peak (not the Maguire Sub-peak), Flag Hill Summit, several Sunol Regional Wilderness trails, Niles Canyon, CA SR-238 Bridge/Union Pacific Railroad Bridges/BART Bridge across Alameda Creek, Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, Shinn Pond, Kaiser Pond, Blunting Pond, Coyote Hills Regional Park, Santa Cruz Mountains, Dumbarton Bridge/San Mateo-Hayward Bridge across San Francisco Bay, Mission Peak, Mount Allison, Apperson Ridge, Wauhab Ridge, Valpe Ridge, and Lick Observatory atop Mt Hamilton.
Not a good hike for hot summer days. Got bald Mountain Views only. But surprised to see so many loose cows on the trail!
Super cool place for hiking with family and friends! Loved it. The hike is some what steep but manageable. Some portion of the Oak tree trail does not have trees which could be an in super hot sunny day. The view from the top is super majestic. Dogs and bikes are allowed on the trail, so be careful while walking. Over all my experience was super positive and I would definitely recommend it. It is an awesome place.
Great place for a hike. There are many choice of trails. So, one can chose the trail based on the time available and ability. The difficulty of the hike was moderate. There are 37 car parking spots along the road. There is a restroom and water fountain at the start of the trail.
The best part of the hike was the shaded trail and breathtaking view of the valley. The trail seems to be very popular among bikers, came across ~10 bikers. I would definitely recommend the hike.
Been going here for 9 years now, at least once a week. Can get busy on the weekends and totally quiet on the weekdays. It is a huge park that has a creek and a waterfall during the rainy seasons. For the most part it is wide open and exposed but if you go over the ridge and down to the canyon, trees galore and solitude but be prepared to climb back up, again. Nice and green during the rainy season and pretty much golden during the summer. Use the outhouses prior to your hike or bike because you will only have bushes and trees for your convenience. Bring lots of water and a snack, there is a climb from both staging areas, Foothill or Castleridge. Pick up after your pups and watch out for rattle snakes.
Location
Foothill Rd, Pleasanton, CA 94588, United States
Hours
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Monday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Tuesday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Wednesday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Thursday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Friday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Saturday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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Sunday
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM
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