The 41 best parks and gardens in Fremont

Such a beautiful and peaceful place! The views of the Bay and Dumbarton Bridge are absolutely stunning, especially around sunset. The trails are a mix of flat and a little hilly — perfect for all levels, whether you want a relaxed walk or a mini workout. I loved how clean and well-maintained everything was, including the restrooms and picnic spots. We spotted so many birds along the marsh trails — egrets, herons, even some pelicans! 🐦🪻 The Visitor Center is a hidden gem full of interesting history about the Ohlone people. It’s a great place to bring kids too educational and fun. Parking was $5 and easy on a weekday. Will definitely be back again!

Very nice place to hike in the East Bay. Trails are well maintained and there are lots of intersecting paths. This allows hikers to easily customize the length of the hike. Views of the bay are really beautiful and there are plenty of great breezes, even on a hot day. One star off for the limited access to bathrooms and water refill stations, given the $5.00 entry fee.

Visited on August 30, 2025. The weather was amazing. I only walked .5 miles of the Bayview Trail off the first parking lot with a stroller, my wife and our 2 year old grandson, but it was very nicely graded, paved until it opens up to a view of the Bay and an easy walk or bike if you just want a nice place to exercise or take in views of the Bay Area. There are picnic areas and places to sit along the way if needed. I’ll be back with a bike to do a more comprehensive tour. The views from the hills and trails above are presumably spectacular. I was with family and we had other obligations, but it was perfect for a quick stroll before heading to dinner.

Wonderful time. We'll worth the stop. Beautiful views of bay and San Francisco skyline from afar. Perfect trails, dog friendly and a cool visitor center with exhibits. Plenty of restrooms and drinking fountains. An awesome butterfly garden. Great to hike with tons of options for trails. Five dollar parking for all day. Season regional park passes are available.

Came here with my sister and her kids ( 6yo and 15 months) and my dog. We did the Bayview-Nike trail loop. There were a couple easy uphill sections. The wildflowers were beautiful and other people on the trails were friendly. A couple people had their music playing loudly on the speakers which was annoying but not the fault of the park. The trails were well paved and able to handle a stroller. Looked like there were some more challenging trails that went up some steep hills. We had a great time and will be back!

It's one of the best trails in Fremont. It's stroller friendly and has a lot of parking space. Tip: Either try to come early in the morning so you get a parking spot or later when the sun is shining. If you come at the perfect time it would be hard

My wife, our dog Rio, and I recently did a hike at Coyote Hills Park, and we absolutely loved it! The trails are well-maintained, the views are amazing, and the peaceful natural setting makes it a perfect getaway—just 10 minutes from Fremont. It’s a great spot for a casual walk or a more active hike, and it’s dog-friendly, which was a big plus for us. Rio had a blast! We’ll definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a scenic and refreshing outdoor experience close to the city

One of the best places to hike in the bay. It’s the most difficult as well compared to the other hikes nearby. The steep mountain trail especially in the last 1 mile challenges you a lot. But breaking a sweat is worth it as the views you get from this peak is the best. You will see the entire Bay Area from the peak and it worth every struggle. Ps- be prepared to struggle for parking. Since it has limited parking space people usually find it hard to park their cars. Fortunately there is Franklin st where people usually park and walk towards this trail. Also this place has no restrooms and water refill stations anywhere in the trail apart from the starting point.

Challenging yet rewarding trail with some of the best panoramic views of the Bay Area! Trail is steep and rocky toward the peak, but well worth the effort once you get to the top. Trail is well marked, but mostly unshaded so bring a lot of water and use good sun protections (we hiked in the afternoon, during the summer). We parked at Ohlone college, which adds extra mile and charges $4 but the parking is way more manageable as the trail is popular. Total length close to 8 miles

Gorgeous park!! Miles of hiking through varied terrain. Tons of wildlife to see. Beautiful views of the bay over the salt flats.

I have been visiting this mountain for so long in the last many many years and I really love it. The scenery is incredible and breathtaking; on certain days you can stand at the peak amidst the clouds and feel the cold breeze. There's nothing better than the refreshing feeling of making it to the top and not quitting the hike midway albeit the arduous journey and tiring path. All in all, I love Mission Peak and would deeply suggest everyone considering it to give it a try. The scenery and journey are incredibly worth it and should not be missed out on. :)

We went for a weekend hike. The day before it rained a bit a there causing a lot of mud. Around 1.5 miles of road was covered in dirt making the road slippery. However that did not deter the hike since it was expected. The last mile is particularly difficult since there is quite a lot of elevation gain. The complete hike was very scenic with a very pretty view of the whole bay area, a lot of green and a lot of cows! There are benches to rest every half a mile that also act as markers. Reaching the top definitely feels like an achievement. It is a difficult yet very satisfying hike.

We accidentally left our iPhone 16 on top of the trunk, and someone so kindly placed it on our windshield, right by the driver’s side. In a world where it’s easy to walk away, you chose kindness and honesty — and that means more than words can express. We were overwhelmed with gratitude when we saw it sitting there, safe. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. It’s people like you who remind us that goodness still exists. Thank you — truly.

A beautiful mountain that offers numerous hiking trails and wonderful sights all over. At the summit you can witness the view of Bay Area and rest of the hills around. The hikes are moderate to strenuous depending on which one you pick. Not much areas of shade so gets lots of sun screen, water and food. The spring is most magical time to get here and explore. The fall timing is great too. Would totally recommend to check this place out if you are in town.

This is the most beautiful spring garden I’ve seen in the Bay Area. I was truly amazed by the variety of flowers and the thoughtful planning that went into it. We loved our visit, and we’re so glad we discovered this gem through Google reviews while we were in the Fremont area. There’s ample parking, and the garden features trees dating back to the 1800s. The entire area is clean, peaceful, and perfect for taking photos, soaking in the beauty, and enjoying a serene escape.

Lovely little toddler park tucked under large trees providing quite a bit of shade. The perimeter along the street side of the park is fenced in. My toddler loved it 🌳

Underrated little garden! Fremont may be a small town without many attractions but this little garden taken care of by volunteers deserves a quick little visit! They even have a little Japanese garden inside as well.

Visiting Shinn Historical Park in early August was quite boring; there was nothing to see. No flowers, just a quiet and small park.

We visited with a group here for a casual meet. What is loved about it is how quiet and peaceful it was, even though it is right off of a busy road! Lot of people kept coming on for photo shoots - we saw couples snd families. There were a couple that was painting too. There were quite a few dog walkers but they didnt bother anyone nor bark. The overall calm vibe was preserved for everyone visiting. The place has a couple of picnic benches, a small fountain which was closed and lots of shade. There is an old house, which is open to public on various days, according to one of the members of our group. She also said there is a barn at the back, but we didn't go to see it. There is a parking lot but it is smaller, may be 12-15 spots or so. Overall, it is a great place for quieter gatherings and definitely a popular photo shoot spot!

Lovely botanical & rose garden. Shinn house tours 1st Wednesday, 3rd Sunday by docents in period attire, unexpected history lesson!

I love this little garden and come here every few days. My main interest is in the rose garden in the front. Fortunately, there are several types of roses, and they have a long blooming period of several weeks. Even when they stop blooming, it does not seem long before another blooming cycle begins. Beyond the rose garden is a large yard divided into natural sections. One area is a fenced in area with a variety of trees (such as Japanese Maple) and other shrubs set around little walking paths, and stone creek beds and a waterfall (no water) and seating areas. Another is simply an open lawn area to enjoy. And other little pockets of gardens are scattered around the property. The park is *mostly* accessible, depending on what mobility issues one might have. It's worth giving it a try, because I'm sure regardless of the kind of mobility issue you have, you will still be able to access certain areas easily. Plenty of parking is available and handicapped parking is there too. I'm pretty sure there are not any open public restrooms available because the ones they have always seem to be locked whenever I'm there. This is a peaceful place and used to have very few visitors, but I've noticed there seem to be more visitors in recent months. Is it because this review has attracted so much attention, or because COVID seems to be relatively long in the past and people are just done feeling cooped up, or something else? Regardless of more people coming, there always seems to be a little corner to sit down and be undisturbed.

Very nice park. There are plenty of parking spots. Many restrooms. Beautiful view of Lake Elizabeth. Huge amount of wild goose. About 1.9 miles to circle around the lake. Most parts are exposed.

Huge Park with tons of parking and space for picnics or relaxing on the lawn. Even play structures for kids and bathrooms at multiple spots. The trail around the lake is pretty cool and offers some nice photo ops. There are a ton of geese and ducks... so you will see tons of droppings everywhere.

Nice park with various facilities and play areas. Very good place to visit with family. Lots of facilities for recreation and parties. Well maintained and restrooms at multiple locations across the park. The view from here is wonderful.

This was a delightful park for the kids. The Elizabeth lake was serene and full of ducks and swans. There was a nice path for walking or jogging and so was the well maintained play area for kids. Parking can be a challenge but being patient would help..

Fremont’s Central Park never fails to surprise me! Every visit feels different. Today, I was lucky enough to see pelicans hunting for fish, mallard ducks relaxing by the shore, and even a huge rainbow stretching across the lake. Lake Elizabeth is about a 2-mile loop, making it a perfect spot for an easy walk while enjoying views of migratory birds and peaceful scenery.

Beautiful park with a walking trail around the lake, playgrounds, picnic areas, and occasional outdoor concerts. There's so much wildlife and scenery to observe while walking around.

It was a lovely 4 km around the lake 'Walk in the Park' with my brother who works on his fitness daily. It was a great evening. Need to plant more trees. A 🚂🚋🚃🚋🚃🚋🚃 passing by was a bonus. The hills nearby completes the bounties.

Great place to spend a day with the family. Check the daily event schedule and plan ahead or you may miss out on some activities. This is our second visit and we’ve missed the house tour both times. The first time we visited they said the last time to enter is 2:45. So today we arrived at 2:10 and the woman at the door said we missed the tour and would have to wait till 2:30 which meant we would miss the last train ride. 😫 Our favorite activity at the farm is feeding the animals. Today is a holiday and entry was free, which meant it was crowded. We knew the drill so our kids were at the front of the line waiting to get food to feed the animals. My kids were shoved out of the way by other kids that didn’t get in line and sadly adults were cutting in front of my kids as well. Some kid also hit my nephew with a stick but proud of him for standing up for himself and chased after the kid to apologize. He refused to apologize until his grandma made him. As we were walking out of the park, another child threw rocks at us and hit my nephew in the head. I don’t know what was happening with this day, but we will not come on a holiday again when it’s crowded

Loved this place! The tickets are very good price and the train ride is included. People at the ticket counter are very nice and welcoming! This place is great fun for the whole family.

Very nice place to walk around and explore Great for kids too. Train. Farm animals. Patterson Victorian House tour. Black smith buildings. Cafe shop closed. Good to get your walk on. Picnic tables

What a nice venue. We rode the train twice and toured the house. We picnicked for lunch then spent time talking to the blacksmith. All the staff we interacted were great, even a gardener.

It is fun to go here we spent like 4-5hrs strolling around. It was amazing how 1800’s life was preserved

What a beautiful place to bring children and your family. It was fun to interact with the goats and chickens. There was a cultural dance event happening on Mother’s Day. There are plenty of spaces to bring a frisbee or toss a ball. The staff is friendly and the environment is clean. You can get food and drinks from the cafeteria if you are hungry after walking the large property. There are plenty of seats if you need a place to rest or want to watch and enjoy the tranquil environment. we will be back for Halloween as we heard. There are many fun activities to do with kids throughout the year.

The farm has a large area. We were at the pumpkin patch in October. This is a separate entrance. There was a high pyramid of straw, carts with hay and pumpkins, great for photos. It was very interesting to visit the house, it was open from 1 am to 2:30 pm. Many different events: a puppet show, making a doll from dry corn leaves, picking corn, dancing, music, etc. And there are also Train Rides. There is a place to sit.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I visited Quarry Lakes Regional Park today with boarding dog, and it was such a wonderful experience! As a pet sitter, I’m always looking for clean, peaceful, and pet-friendly places—and this park checks all the boxes. The walking trails are wide and well maintained, perfect for dogs of all sizes. Today, we saw three deer, countless geese, and plenty of playful squirrels. There are beautiful flowers all around, and we even came across some wild raspberries and mock strawberries. Parking is $5 per day with unlimited in-and-out access (card only, no cash). It’s a great value considering how much there is to explore here. Whether you’re walking your dog, enjoying time with family, or just need a quiet place to relax, I highly recommend Quarry Lakes. I’ll definitely be bringing more of my furry guests here again!

Great great great park with multiple lakes! There are beaches and beach volleyball playing too. Will defiantly come back. Some parts are not dog friendly

Very pretty spot for a run. Not too hilly and the track is great all the way through! There isn't much cover, so it could get very hot when the sun is out. It was pleasant in the May morning that we went here for.

Very big, peaceful and beautiful park with a lake. I spotted a rabbit, 40 to 50 geese, a goose and many squirrels. Beautiful wild flowers and different varieties of trees.

An old rock processing quarry that has been turned into a nice park with trails, picnic areas, fishing and even a swimming area with a sandy beach.

Quarry Lakes in Fremont, particularly the Nile Beach area, is a delightful destination for those seeking a beach experience in a serene setting. The still waters are perfect for a relaxing day out, enhanced by safety barriers and vigilant rescue teams ensuring a secure environment for all visitors. This beautiful and mesmerizing picnic spot offers ample space for picnicking, making it ideal for families and groups. The presence of lovely rose flowers adds a touch of natural beauty, enhancing the overall ambiance. Barbecue spots are conveniently available, encouraging visitors to enjoy outdoor cooking and dining. Well-maintained restrooms contribute to the comfort and convenience of the visitors, and abundant parking ensures a hassle-free experience. The entrance fee of five dollars per car is a small price to pay for access to such a picturesque and enjoyable location. Quarry Lakes, with its stunning scenery and excellent facilities, stands out as one of the most picturesque spots in Fremont, California.

Nice, natural, family friendly. Views are great, birds and wild flowers adds more colors to the trip. Easy to navigate and easy trails.

A great place to walk, hike, bike, learn about wildlife, or just chill and enjoy the nature. Great views overlooking the water and Dumbarton Bridge.

It's a nice place with a great view perfect for a pleasant day. There are few short trails that you can walk on alongside the lake

Awesome park free parking! When you come down the wooden bridge thing if you turn right... beware its a 2 hour walk bur don't stress it loops and goes full circle my smart watch said it's like 7 miles. Just stay on the beaten path and there's no way to get lost also for being in one of the most populated areas in america I didn't see anything but birds not a person around for miles! Once you reach the old dredge your about a 1/3rd of the way done enjoy!

Great place to walk with a nice breeze. You can do long or short walks. Trails are in great condition and most are very easy.

Beautiful, accessible, uncrowded. Lots of sea and shore birds at the right times—cormorants, great egrets, snowy egrets, sandpipers, shovelers and other ducks (and many I don’t know). Lovely flowers at all times of the year, but especially in the spring. Good for a quick semi-challenging dog walk or a longer run if you want to go out into the bay on the dog-free paths.

Sunsets and serenity! One of my favorite places.

Gorgeous location for sunset photography and general viewing pleasure. Miles and miles of stunning panoramic views of the bay, baylands, mountains, and skyline (extraordinarily awesome and inspiring at sunset.) This is a very open area, with sea breezes, and moving waves. Here, human civilization is seems much less visible. It easily conjures up thoughts of what life was like 300 years ago and beyond, a time when human population was sparse.

This is another good park to go to at Newark. Expect many geese to come by here since it’s believed that they live here. You’ll see many of them and maybe rare ones that you don’t see often. I really like the lake here because it looks nice. There weren’t many people here since I visit here around the morning on a weekday, but expect many people to come here after work and perhaps during the weekend. It can be easily compared to Lake Elizabeth since there are geese here but it’s smaller, which is why I decided to walk two laps. Many good places to take pictures of! Also, just be careful around geese poop on the trails.

This park offers a refreshing escape with its wide open spaces and serene lake views. The walking trails wind gently around the water, making it perfect for a leisurely stroll, morning jog, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Whether you're looking to fish in a calm, scenic spot or just unwind surrounded by nature, this park delivers a peaceful atmosphere without feeling crowded. The natural beauty and simplicity make it a great destination for solo visits or quiet family outings.

Quiet, nice and beautiful place to walk.

Nice lake view for walking, jogging and biking. The entire loop is about 1 mile. Beautiful sunset view in the park 🌅. Limited parking spots but has multiple entrances in the community.

I like coming here it's never crowed. Great to relax and watch the ducks, have a good walk and even great for a nice jog. Only problem is the duck poop all over the place. So watch your step..lol

This is a nice place to take a stroll day or night. It's scenic from every angle and has many birds and geese and other fowl populating it. Plenty of free parking around the place and all walks of life can be scene poking along.

Beautiful park. A quiet and peaceful breeze emanates from all corners of the water that serves as home to some adorable ducks of all color and sizes. I am new to the area, and I am glad I came upon Lakeshore Park. Friendly Walkers: 10/10 Peace and Quiet: 10/10 Friendly Ducks: 11/10 Opportunity for Amazing Photos: 10/10 Overall Feel and Fondness: 10/10 or 5 Stars

Harvey Community Park’s got that low-key neighborhood feel I love. Nothing flashy—just wide open grass, a solid play area, and a good spot to reset. Right in the middle of Lakes & Birds, so you’ve got that peaceful, residential backdrop. Bonus points for having dog bags stocked and trash bins not overflowing (small wins!). Definitely part of what makes this area feel like home. #PaulEverHome @BayAreaWithPaul

Love this park, really big open spaces for kids and pets to run around, tennis courts nearby and this place offers some amazing views

Nice park. Newly laid, broad sidewalks. Restroom ok. Nice tennis courts.

The squirrels and birds here are fun to watch. I used to complain about the bathrooms not being open when they should. They changed that. Very nice park. Love hearing the smack of tennis balls and watching people play cricket.

Such a nice community with small fall color view

Good little park includes baseball field, tennis courts, playground, bathroom and few tables to hang out on

Grew up next to this park. Well maintained and clean bathroom. For size of the park you would think they have bigger play structure for kids. Big open space to run on both ends though!

a review from @amom2kidsandapark Two play grounds and a big grassy area! If you're looking to add an outside play to a fun filled day in Fremont, add this to the list! Its very close to Mod Kids Co and Ardenwood Farms. A community park right up next to an elementary. When I say right up next to I’m not exaggerating.... there isn’t a fence. Rare to see open campuses like this around here. I talked to locals and school staff about it & my kids even tried to play on the “on campus” playground until they were preyed on by the recess patrol like seagulls to a bag of Cheetos. They have it under control but definitely odd to see an open ELEMENTARY SCHOOL campus so close to a public park. The park itself had a huge grassy area w/a backstop in one corner, tennis courts & two play grounds. There were lots of dog walkers! All on leash near people or off leash deep into the grassy area. The larger of the two playgrounds has SIX slides (three spiral, two sidewinder, & one sideless slide ... maybe it’s kinda like those bottomless slides but just nothing to keep you in). You’ll also find steps, so many ladders, a climbing wall, monkey bars & rings, a puppet theatre window, steering wheels, bridges, & a spinning oval bar. In this play area there are standard swings only, a few spinning cups, & a rotating suspended circular bar. Down the sidewalk is a smaller playground modeled after a train!  It has three slides (one sidewinder, one straight, one double), ladders, steps, lily pads, tunnels, a bridge, & a gear activity. There are buckets swings at this playground. One feature I would have never paid any attention to without my kids doing it themselves was the different color circles on the rubber flooring. They enjoyed hopping from spot to spot. There are no bathrooms & street parking is abundant.

It’s a huge park right next to an elementary school. Around 4:30-6:30pm, there are many dog owners who let their pups play in the field. In the winter morning, you can see morning dew spread across the field as in the picture which is eerie but cool.

Neighbors not very friendly and tried to call cops on us for playing there on a Saturday. Good tennis courts. Uneven ground but maintained well.

Beautiful park with lots of of space,kids activities and pet friendly.

I love this Park. People are friendly. It's dog friendly and many activities for the children. There are three different playgrounds. A tennis court and the baseball field. Many people come here to play volleyball with their own equipment and dog parents meet up to play.

Daya loved playing soccer here! The park is good and Newark FC is good soccer team here!

The playground is quite new and different from others. I think my son has more fun here. There are a few tennis courts which are very busy. The open field is not big but enough for little kids to run. In general, it’s a quiet and clean park.

A green park with a basketball court and a few benches. We came here to eat our burgers from the nearby In n out and we were disappointed there were no picnic tables or restrooms or water fountains. Also oddly shaped with boundary of people’s backyard fences on three sides. We couldn’t see the playground mentioned in some reviews from the south edge that we entered on.

I have walked this park so many times. I have picked up dog poop left by disrespectful dog owners so many times. City of Fremont park maintenance needs to do a better job.

Nice ,clean & small neighborhood park with one playarea for kids,open field with couple of benches. No picnic tables, restroom and parking. It was not crowded, good for a small walk or to relax. My kids love the playarea.

This is a great local park with a lot of space to walk my dog away from the children's playground. It gets a little busy between 3 to 6 but I have been visiting for about 5 years now.

Great choice to come hear. My son loved the playground, lots of slides of different types. I loved the spinner and the spider web structure. The park is calm clean and the neighborhood looks really good.

Nice neighborhood park, secluded and quiet. one small play ground. Lots of people walking their dogs, sometimes off leash so if you're concerned about that, be cautious.

Its been a great little park for years

This is a nice local park to go to. I happen to not come here for a long time even though that it’s very close to where I live. The park has improved over the years since they added bleachers at the parking lot as well as renovating the playgrounds. It’s not really a big park but it’s convenient for those who live really close to it. They have a building called Irvington Community Center, which I think is a place for children’s activities. There is another building which is small. I think it was supposed to be a library, but is recently closed. Right next to it is the ballot drop box, where I usually go to drop my ballot envelope. Nothing much changed overall but it’s good to reminisce the memories I have going here when I was a kid.

I really enjoy visiting this park! It’s always clean, well-maintained, and has a peaceful atmosphere that makes it perfect for relaxing or spending time with family. The walking trails are wide and safe, the playground is great for kids, and the greenery is beautiful year-round. It’s definitely one of my favorite places to unwind and enjoy nature.

This park may not be huge but crowded on weekdays because of soccer activities on the turf field. Many of residents can be seen jogging, walking or picnicking and even some yoga or other sports activities. Basket ball court is there close to the picnic area and you can see the kids around here. Almost every part of the park is being used. A lot of parking is available.

Amazing neighborhood park with two big playareas for kids, basketball court, tennis court, soccer field , picnic tables, restroom and big lawn. Lot of shady place to relax.

A well maintained and great place for sports. It has a baseball pitch, soccer turf and hockey field. Very accessible and I believe you got to pre-book before organizing events.

Nice park , well maintained and peaceful. Not too crowded in general

Pretty big park with an open field, community center, football field, play structure, and basketball court

Plenty of easy trails with minimal elevation for a brisk walk. Good views of the Bay Area and the bay. There are plenty of cows roaming around, make sure you don’t touch them or feed them as it illegal. Plenty of other wildlife, we saw coyotes and a bunch of ground squirrels. Nice green pastures especially during spring. Recommend to all! Parking is hard to find inside the park when it’s busy, try to get a spot on the road. There are plenty of cars parked roadside.

Start at the Morrison Canyon Road trail at the bottom of the hill then you can do a hike or bike around a 5.5 mile loop with about 1000 feet of elevation gain. The spring is the best time or a couple of days after the rain once the hills turn green is IMO the best time. There is limited parking at the top of the hill by the main park entrance so that limits the amount of people on the trail which is VERY nice. If you get to this 37°34'23.4"N 121°56'55.7"W you will see the whole of the Bay including Fremont central park and Quarry Lakes. Must hike.

This place is fantastic! You can see the entire city during the trial walk, which I highly recommend. It was a pleasant, sunny day, and everything around was colorful. I saw people riding horses and many cows, and the fresh air was wonderful. Overall, I had a great experience that day and would definitely recommend this spot.

First time to Vargas Plateau in September on a low cloud day. Parking is free and there is a single pit toilet available at the parking area. Fire roads and cattle roads mark the walking paths around the foothills. Good open space for getting out and going for a hike, just keep in mind sharing the roads with bikers. Not a lot of photo opportunities here, but the open space and relatively mild inclines are easy to maneuver.

Speechless, this place is a fairytale. Extremely beautiful and peaceful, well preserved. Amazing for a walk, hills everywhere, green time in February. Ground squirrels everywhere and cows with they babies. My favorite hike 2025, there are ticks so be careful in the grass but anyway the phats are perfect. Pure delight to me. Take care of nature 🌸🌷🌺♥️

One of the best and easy hikes around Bay Area. Picturesque and blissful views. Cool to walk around the plateau and see different parts of the bay. It’s more beautiful during spring as the valley is covered with green grass.

hard to say. Maybe because of wrong season? Dust and yellow meadows everywhere. Honestly no scenery pots. And your shoes and pants will get quite dirty 🥲. Maybe should go there spring or summer? But we saw many cows, one small snake. It an easy trail, everybody can take it.

Nice very clean park

It doesn't look like you want to improve! It's been 8 months, you still haven't returned my money to me! The support service never picks up the phone !!

Nice quiet park next to Alvarado Elementary. It's the location of the Union City farmers market every Saturday. Often you'll see local kids doing events, practicing hobbies, etc. Genuinely has a nice community feel to it, so let's keep it that way.

Lots of places with shade. All areas except playground were wheelchair accessible. The parking was difficult because of it being street parking and not enough room to have your ramp out or the pavement where ramp will land was not level. I would still go back!

Nice park. We go there during the weekends to the park for the farmers market to get fresh fruits and vegetables. The park also had a good play area, intact they have 2 play area for kids. There is a coffee shot nearby and we go sometimes after our park play.

Went there for Saturday morning Union City Farmers. Market. Unlike the other farmers here shops are limited but all veggies n fruits sold are very fresh ( especially if you go there by 10). The fish stall sells some really good fish, shrimp, crabs etc.

The farmers market was great. Great pork buns with cute animal designs. There was a plant post where my wife bought my mother a beautiful plant. I bought some fresh and I do mean fresh CHICHARONES! THE best I've had. My daughter had a blast in the swings and slides there. Bought her a popsicle from the paletero man. Took me back to my child hood. There are many vegetables and fruits that look delicious.

Lots of great walking paths and 3 different bodies of water to explore and see. We did experience a lot of flies/bugs though in certain patches, but overall a great park.

Amazing park in Fremont! Recommend going in the early morning or late afternoon during sunset for the best views and lighting! During noon there is not enough shade and can get very hot. There are water fountains too but located near the parking only and not further in the park

A peaceful and scenic park with ponds, walking trails, and plenty of space to relax or walk your dogs. It’s perfect for a quiet stroll, taking photos, or enjoying nature, especially during sunset when the light reflects beautifully off the water. There are picnic areas, a playground, and tennis courts, so it’s great for families too. 🎥 I actually made a YouTube video about my visit you can check it out to see what the park looks like! Just search “Niles Community Park 🌳 | Charlie Chaplin’s Town” on YouTube.

Lovely small pond to walk around. Beautiful fall foliage. We took our dog to walk by the adjacent water shed and he enjoyed it. The only reason I rated it 4 stars is parking wasn't plenty. It's probably easier to park in the residential area.

(Not a review) When I stopped by this park, I saw a stray orange cat with a matted fur coat and a minor injury near its right eye and ear. If there's any TNR programs located in this city, please help this cat. (I have contacted the Fremont shelter and another nonprofit)

Amazing park with great flora around and a beach access type large lake in the center. The walk and trails and beautiful to jog or go for a walk with the family. Lots of folks also do picnic here in the picnic area. Restrooms are clean

Beautiful view of trees in the pond, especially in fall. So rich and colorful that looks like a painting.you can either walking, biking, or enjoying the fall here. Restroom, as well as pond and dam is on the one side of parking lot, and the other side is the playground for kids. Water bestows the trees with soul and aura.

Central Dog Park is a very large and well-maintained dog park that offers a lot for both dogs and their owners. One of the highlights is the agility parkour area, which adds an extra layer of fun and stimulation for active dogs who enjoy a bit of a challenge. The park is equipped with multiple water fountains, ensuring that dogs stay hydrated, especially on warmer days. There’s plenty of shade throughout the park, which makes it comfortable for both dogs and their humans, and ample seating is available for those who want to relax while their pups play. The atmosphere is usually friendly and laid-back, with most pet parents being responsible and engaged. Parking is another plus as there’s plenty of it, so you rarely have to worry about finding a spot, even though the park can get quite crowded during peak hours and weekends. Overall, Central Dog Park is a solid choice for off-leash fun, whether you have a high energy pup or one that just enjoys socializing and exploring. I’d definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a clean, safe, and enjoyable outing for your furry companions. It’s one of the best dog friendly spaces in the area.

This place is Harley’s absolute favorite spot! It’s spacious and clean, with separate areas for small and large dogs—perfect for her as a growing puppy. The artificial turf is soft on her paws, and the gravel area gives her more space to explore. She loves the dog play structures and especially enjoys running around freely and playing with the other dogs. Even though she’s still a puppy, she feels right at home here. The other dog owners are friendly, helpful, and always keep an eye on their pets. It’s a safe, fun, and social place we both love!

Compared to reed, this is at least twice as big, at least. Two water fountains Two sitting areas Agility hardware Three entrances Plenty squirrels outside to enrich their brains Plenty parking spots, but maybe a little tight Bathrooms are by softball field

Took my border collie there and it’s great for a number of reasons: 1. Open until 10pm 2.Lots of well behaved and playful dogs for my pup to vent energy with. 3. Cleaner than most other dog parks. 4. Large in size. 5. Has some dog agility equipment.

I don’t know why I didn’t come here more often. Today I visited after a long time and I realized how happy it made my dog to run around socializing with other dogs. It is a wonderful ground for dog and their owners socializing. I will here more often.

One of my favorite dog parks in the Bay Area. This location is clean, has a small obstacle course, shade for owners to stand, and especially responsible dog owners. Everyone was welcoming and paid attention to their dog. It did get pretty crowded around 5 which is to be expected. We went for a nice walk around Lake Elizabeth too. Huge plus when dog parks are next to a nice walking trail. Would be back!

Great dog park. Good and bad dog parents as we can expext. The park has old, hard turf, and not grass inside the gates. Outside the dog park is a lake surrounded by a massive park with real grass in case you want to walk your dog on grass.

What is a small Park which is great to let your kids run around and not lose them and they do not get overwhelmed with the size of the slides. Do not bring in other floaters for other pools. They will confiscate outside rafts or tubes

Lots of pools and slides to enjoy. Great for kids and anyone on hot days.

Here celebrating a birthday. Great place for your kids. They provide an assigned staff member to your hut to ensure needs are met throughout the party. Park doesn't allow adults to bring in their coffees or any beverages outside food. NOTHING. accept, water bottles and the birthday cake. Understandable. However, the parents that are PAYING and getting these parties together should be allowed to drink their already paid for coffee inside. Seems ridiculous in my opinion all the money we're spending to have our event hosted here and can't drink our coffee. There is a dress code for strictly swim clothes only in the water. However, adults were wearing inappropriate swimwear. Exposing themselves. Nothing was said or done about that. Overall the staff was exceptional and welcoming.

Small but has lazy river, some water slides, a regular pool, and "activity center" /sprinklers which are nice for toddlers. Maybe older kids would prefer Raging Waters or bigger water parks but this is nice for younger kids. Lots of lifeguards on duty. My toddler enjoyed the water park and also the swim lessons offered by the city of Fremont. You can bring a padlock to lock up your stuff (free) or you can pay to rent a locker that has locks built in. Didn't try the food stand, but seemed a little expensive and crowded.

Really poorly trained staff. Was told I couldn’t bring our swimming vest in. That’s fine but asked if I could leave it at the front for a minute because my car was extremely far and I had 3 kids with me so couldn’t walk them all back. She said she’d leave it in the office with my name on it and shooed me along. But she never asked my name? And then when I came back for it, it was strewn on the floor like a discarded rag? But then upon entering the park discovered an inconsistent application of the rules. So many children were wearing their own vests including ones that were the same as ours - And then she decided to condescend me by saying mine is not a life saving decide and reading my vest language like I couldn’t speak English? Was that necessary. I never claimed it was life saving, my issue was the logic. Management really need to think about limiting ticket sales for safety and enjoyment. Insane number of people. Wow. Also the food is so gross and expensive, what an insane way to make money. I can’t believe they don’t let ppl bring their own food in as a kid centric location, even Disneyland lets you have some choice.

My family and I went here twice during the this summer, 2025 and it was an excellent experience! Clean, safe, and fun for the entire family. The Life Guards and staff are friendly and attentive which makes the atmosphere enjoyable. I highly recommend this place and living in Fremont makes it a huge plus.

Not suggested. The management has been successful in ruining the experience with made up rules and restrictions. Showers not working and changing rooms were pretty dirty (cleaned a decade ago?!) . No use of shampoo or soap in a few outdoor showers "because of the drought"! Like we do not have to shower again when we get home. Made up rule for minimum height 48", when Great America South Bay shores allows for much shorter. No tube from outside allowed (allowed but with made up rules again, so technically not allowed), you can only rent from inside and pay again, as if the ticket prices were not already too high for such a crowded and badly-managed place; and best of luck even finding one in the busy times. Respect yourself, your family, and your time and enjoy somewhere else.

a review from @amom2kidsandapark Charles F. Kennedy Park in Union City has something for everyone. This gigantic playground has so much to do! In the center is a small Golden Gate Bridge model with two slides coming down the middle. To one side is a big play area with 7(!!) slides (3 doubles), so many stairs and ladders, monkey bars, a rock wall, a couple of smaller bridges, and a fort with a western theme. On this side, there is also a herd of rocking horses (literally there are so many), a swing set (mostly standard with one bucket), a stand-on rolling balancer, and even more rocking toys that look like train cars. On the other side is a smaller playground with one slide, a couple of steps, a ladder, a snacking table, a rock wall, and a climbing ramp. This side also has a bucket swing and an all abilities swing (no straps). This park has elements of California history along with facts and information on different industries in the state. All the surf boards around the playground perimeter have something to read and learn from. Along with this awesome playground, this park has lots of sidewalks for walking, grass for picnicking or kicking ball, a cluster of picnic tables with bbqs, a basketball court (with net), horseshoe pits, and a covered amphitheater (covered slab of concrete). There were locked bathrooms and other onsite buildings including a teen center and preschool. BART tracks are right above the edge of the park near the playground and train tracks just across the road. If you GPS to this park, the parking lot may be closed. Another parking lot can be found where 13th St meets J St (and it’s actually closer to the playground.

Will maintained, clean, wheelchair friendly children's park with a San Francisco themed bridge, plenty of slides, swings, rocking horses, picnic area and shade.

It's huge, lots of space. Green area enormous. There were 4 different parties and still space for sure last four more. The architecture of the playground is not cheap and it's very well done.

Great ,well maintained park with two playareas for kids, basketball court,soccer fields , picnic tables, lot of shaded area to relax, ample parking space and restroom.

Nice, clean park with plenty of space for kids to enjoy themselves and parents too! I can’t wait for the weather to get a little warmer so we can be here daily! Lots of free parking and very convenient to BART/Food/Bus/Grocery Stores. If you haven’t been here yet, you’re missing out!

Love this park! It is normally well kept, and we like its size. Today, the big bridge feature is in a state of minor disrepair, but has been safely closed up where it needs to be barricaded (the missing fifth star). There are a variety of play areas, for all ages, plenty of seating and shade, and picnic areas. There is also a public restroom here. Overall, a fun and good park to bring the kids out for a play date.

It's good place I took my dog for a walk there it's as a big playground area for kids

It’s The Best Place to go for walk, picnic or taking kids for slides & swings. It’s always peaceful although lot of people comes everyday, still our go to place to come.

Peaceful place for outdoor walks. It is safe as well

My go to place to relax and exercise. The environment is very dog friendly. The families are buzzing in laughter's enjoying their get togethers, birthday parties.. Such a positive place where everyone is having fun around you

Lake Elizabeth is a hidden gem in Fremont, boasting a scenic 2-mile loop around the lake. The area is well-equipped with plenty of picnic tables and kids' play structures. With a backdrop of Mission Peak, Aqua Adventure Waterpark, and a skate park, there's something for everyone. However, it can get chilly in the evening, and be cautious as we did spot a snake along the way.

This Central Park is the most beautiful and peaceful place. One of my favorite place for morning walks. Beautiful ducks around. Positive vibes from the place. Beautiful Elizabeth lake and beautiful views. Very peaceful views around. Many playgrounds around for kids to enjoy and explore with.

Good walking trail, has a long loop, with multiple play areas for kids, picnic. There is season boating, though never tried it. Can spend about 2-3 hours walking around the loop, with cinematic photo opportunities. The birds (geese) usually make the park dirty with droppingz, so be careful with small kids walking.

The lake was much cleaner when I arrived. The staff were able to clean out duck poop from the trail of this park. It is a cold day today and there weren’t a lot of people today since it’s not the weekend yet. Thankfully, it’s relaxing for me to walk that way since parking is easier and less crowded at that time.

Beautiful urban park with plays areas for kids and adults. Many benches for picnics under gorgeous trees.

🛝Two playgrounds for different ages with slides, swings and two unique features 🧗🐛 🐛The ‘caterpillar’, a sprawling colorful concrete structure was the highlight for my kids. Inviting kids to climb with ease despite not towering high. 🧗Endless fun for pretend play on those rock structures with a caves. 🌳 A spread out grassy field with slopes, picnic tables aplenty, and a meandering walking loop – perfect for scootering or strolls while the kids play. 🐾 Newbark Dog park, a dog park complete with ramps and tunnels, 🎾 Tennis and 🏀basketball court made sure there was something for everyone. 👍Not the newest, but definitely a well-maintained park for family fun. 🚻Yes 🅿️Yes IG: @TheOffshoots

Visited this place first time and really loved it. It's well maintained with two kids play areas , basket ball court , picnic area , dog's park and enough shady place to relax . There is ample parking space. Definitely going to visit again

It is good place to gather around 400-500 people, a huge space with play grounds, a couple of rest rooms and wider parking space.

One of the best kids and dogs park near by locations. Lots of shade as well. If you’re going on the evening better to take jackets and water .

The park is nice and big. My son has a soccer game here and we enjoyed the park and scenery.

Great place to go for a walk any time of day. Great mix of sun and shade with paved paths, grass, barbecues and tables. Sports available are basketball, tennis, handball courts and two kids' playground areas. Parking is plentiful on both the Cedar Blvd and Newark Blvd entrances.

This place is not worth moving in. Cars are broken into monthly in the garage with the garage doors always wide open because they never work inviting people in to break into cars. The bike storage rooms are bare with cut locks all over the floor because all bikes were stolen and every week the storage rooms get broken into. This apartment allows people to come in and break into the storage lockers and all management will say is they are not liable for stolen items. They will not do anything to stop people from breaking into this building and stealing from its residents. Then they have the nerve to raise the storage locker monthly fee from $25 to $40 a month when everyone’s stuff is broken into? This place is a joke.

Romeo was truly the best home tour guide Asher has ever had. He went above and beyond to make the experience smooth, welcoming, and enjoyable. Not only did he guide us with patience and a friendly attitude, but he also ensured we got the best room that matched exactly what we were looking for. His professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail made the entire process effortless. Romeo’s dedication and genuine care made us feel completely at home from the very beginning.

Amenities and rooms as well as maintenance are top notch. Great place to live if the security is up to the pace. November 2024, my GF’s motorbike (Ninja 500) was stolen. Leasing office said the security cameras were broken at the time so police had no evidence at all. April 2025, my car’s window was smashed for just a phone power bank. Paid myself out of pocket for glass repair. June 2025, my motorbike was attempted stolen but thief failed to break my handle bar lock and still broke the lock partially. The brake lock was completely broken. Lost multiple packages during 2024 Christmas time and told to ship packages in amazon pickup points instead of where I live. Sure, I’ll pick up my packages from factories right after they were built around the world from now on then. Talked to neighbors, multiple motorcycle stolen cases happened in this apartment garage. Leasing was just always sorry and no reimbursement for repairs provided. Too easy to sneak into the apartment complex and thieves can just take whatever they want. THIS IS NOT A SAFE PLACE TO LIVE. If you have nice cars, motorcycles, DO NOT choose here unless you love the drama. Overall, overpriced place to live.

Romeo is absolutely the best! From the very first day, he went above and beyond to show me so many options and made sure I was truly happy with my choice. What impressed me most was his patience through every tour and how professional, kind, and attentive he was—his customer service is truly unmatched. I’ve now been living at The Asher for almost a month, and I can honestly say I love it more every single day. It’s not just a gorgeous residence with fantastic amenities—it feels like home. The community here is so warm and welcoming, and that makes all the difference. The staff are incredibly friendly and always willing to help, which really adds to the feeling of being cared for. The maintenance team is also amazing—they’re courteous, reliable, and always on time whenever you need assistance. I feel so grateful to have found The Asher. It’s a place where you feel valued, supported, and truly part of a community. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thanks Lilliam S.

I don’t usually leave reviews but after the experience I just had, I felt inclined to. I moved into the Asher yesterday and noticed a small mark on the carpet in my bedroom. I notified the leasing office and the maintenance team arrived an hour or so later to take a look. Rafi, Obaid and Morgan were incredible. They got rid of the mark the next day. Then came by a couple hours later to check in with me. I’ve never experienced this kind of attentiveness and I’m thankful for it. Thanks so much!

I have been looking for an apartment for the past 3 weeks in Fremont and most places have left me underwhelmed. Coming from a building with quality amenities it’s been hard to find a place that I feel comfortable spending luxury apartment prices. The Asher by far checks off all the boxes. The leasing agent Romeo gave my fiance and I an exceptional tour. Every resident we saw he knew their name. That’s impressive given this property has 600+ units. The Asher feels like a small living community rather than a building. Romeo asked about our living needs and then showed us accommodating apartments. No unnecessary showings. Which made the experience feel unique.

I’m really happy with the service here at The Asher. I reported an issue with my cabinets and the team (Rafi, Obaid, Margary, Frederic, and CK) got it fixed the very next day. They were quick, professional, and did a great job with the repair. Really appreciate how fast and efficient the maintenance team is!

My 6 years old loves to come to this park because of the money bars. She can spend hours on this playground. The park also offers another playground for younger kids (which my 2 years old also enjoys very much). Besides the playgrounds, there is also a basketball court at the park (very popular and often has a lot of people). The only downside is that it’s always hard to get the kids to leave the park 🤭

Beautiful small park with plenty of picnic tables , kids play area and basketball courts as well as green belt for sun bath and relaxation.. there are small trail around the park and beautiful mission peak and bear area views. There is small belt of yellow flowers which will give you glimpse of DDLJ movie . Around 5 miles of Sabercat trail around the area and fun part for kids and adults. There are plenty of free parking. Overall it's a nice place to spend relaxing time with friends and family.

This is a great neighbourhood park! Accessibility and planning within the play areas could be improved. There’s two play areas, one for younger toddlers on the lower part of the hill and a more extensive one for older kids. However, currently there’s only a staircase connecting them directly. You can see where the hillside is extensively warn from people pushing strollers up along the grass/ dirt, but it’s quite a steep slope. If you have a wheelchair or stroller and want to go to the upper area safely, you need to leave the smaller kids area, walk past the washroom facilities, the basketball court (awesome they have this too) and go the long way to the hill. There’s also a good amount of parking and a picnic area at the top of the big hill with shade. Great park but can definitely use improvements from an accessibility point so it can be bettered enjoyed by all.

Lovely neighborhood park..with picnic tables,public restroom, basketball court grassy field and two play areas for kids. Ample parking space.

Park view is awesome, specially sunset. Can enjoy view while walking. Careful with Bugs during evenings.

My parents live right around the corner from here so I have fond memories of it from growing up. I still remember the year they were constructing the sand pits for excercise. They would be teaming with tadpoles in the spring, but as summer neared and the water would recede, you could literally scoop up cupfulls of tadpoles at a time. That year, my brother and I became witnesses to tadpole cannibalism; but we also raised some to full maturity, and we even held a funeral for one in our front yard: Egyptian style--the ritual of which would have pleased even Tutankhamun. What I like most about this park are the pull up and dip bar stations (perfect pitstop for your neighborhood runs), and how amazing the north slope along Paseo Padre looks in the spring time; the whole slope explodes in a flurry of yellow from the custard plants. I really love that the park serves the community so well too. Whenever I'm here, I'll see families and people at all stages of life, going for walks or playing with their dogs, playing basketball or just picnicking. I've seen some more questionable things here late at night too. Like the one time some kids starting doing donuts with their cars in the basketball court, and when the cops were called in, they tried driving OVER the hill on the Paseo Padre side and got their car stuck! Just insane. Good and questionable though, I love this park all the same.

Great small park with 1/2 - 1 miles trail.great walking trail. 2 basketball court

Multi sports complex with multiple baseball grounds and cricket cages for practice. It also has a cricket matting pitch. It is a big public complex. It also has kids playground and basketball courts. Restrooms are there, but unfortunately they are dirty most of the time.

This park has all new play structures and are very unique.these play ground is suitable for all age groups.

Nice place. It has play area for kids, basketball, baseball, cricket ground and net. Have nice pathways around the park for morning , evening walk. Has restrooms and water fountain too.

Wonderful new play structures! Installed middle of 2024. Bathrooms but are old I hope they redo them soon. Lots of trees for shady grass but few benches in the shade. Overall a wonderful park.

I’ve lived in this development for almost 30 years and I still love that this park is still well kept and maintained.

It’s not FULLY CLEANED… They don’t pay attention to spider webs that have poisonous spiders living on the play structures… they don’t care about their jobs… parents be aware the staffing is a failure grade!!

Cool place to walk

This is a beautiful place for walking, jogging and picnicking around lake Elizabeth. It’s not too busy these days and less maintained as a lot of construction for the water park is going on. It doesn’t mean that it has less visitors or less popular, let me clarify 🙂 Also most of the crowd goes other side of the lake so if you like a little peaceful place to enjoy the music with jogging, this might be the right place.

Lots of people most of the time. All levels of skaters from all ages. Most people are cool, kid friendly. Just don't be an egg head and bring your scooter or bicycle. The older kids or park rangers will kick you out.

sick medium size park with lots of noping down the snake run!! Mornings are probably empty but the people that we're there today hella cool

One of the best skate parks in FREMONT my boy an his friends luv this park great place to bring the family you can bbq while your boys skate there’s a water park next door lots of parking kids of all ages fun place 🤙🏾

Fantastic skatepark and playground. Beautiful scenery. The skatepark was very busy with people but there was still enough space for all.

Nice place to skate; free with plenty of walking for the parents. Bring your own food, because th here is no skate shop at this location.

We had been to many skate parks throughout the peninsula and around, from Santa Cruz to San Francisco, with my 11 to 13 yr olds This park is by far the best. They spent the most time in this park skating (as suppose to standing and watching) and had the most fun.

This "Always Dream" park is not operational at all... they LIED about the water for the kids to keep cool over the "OVERHEATING" temperatures... The government is not supportive to those who HAVE to pay HIGHER COSTS! Thanks for the cuts.. don't worry we will fix the government while they lie and not act upon all these things for kids! We arent coming back! Good Job Fremont...for messing up our welcome mat!

Nice park for kids , very clean, is good if you have kids or babies, younger kids, the sand box is amazing I hope the city open the water , this park is a water park before 😊

It has all that a toddler needs in the growing age. My daughter loves going to this park. We go almost 3-4 times a week for two hours. So I highly recommend this place to all the parents to take your Toddlers and let them explore everything by themselves and we can silently observe what they are doing and help them whenever needed and they can learn new skills.

We love going to this park since it is clean and has a lot of activity areas for kids. There are swings, merry go around, sand area, slides etc. The floor is covered with a soft flooring material which is really helpful for kids since they often fall and could injure themself if there is no such flooring. It is also close to the park so you can go for a walk with a stroller.

This is a good place to go with your kids. But here is a lot of people who bring kids here. So the place is nice but very crowded.

This is the best park. Seems to be made in a way for autistic children not to get hurt when playing.

I looked up play parks with bathrooms. This place doesnt have much to keep my 7,6, and 3 year old busy. Also it has porta potties not fun with kids. Drinking fountain smelt like pee.

Beautiful park to walk or run. I visit often when in the area. Lots of history and variety of plants to look at. There is parking and restrooms. There is an area under construction that I look forward to seeing open soon.

This is one of my favorite parks to go to. My main reason for going is the rose garden. I have a hobby of taking pictures, and I find that roses offer so much variety as a subject. Their roses are very extensive in types of colors, numbers of layers in petals, and even size. Next to the rose garden is a cacti and succulent garden, and many are planted in the stumps and logs from trees that have gone their way. It makes a very interesting and lovely natural garden area. On that same side of the park, there are a couple more lovely areas in which to stroll. This entire side of the park is not very handicapped friendly, however. The rose garden paths are fine people's which make it difficult to impossible to push a walker or wheelchair through. The cacti garden is better, though, because the earth is more packed. The lawn might be difficult too, but since I have never traveled across the lawn, I cannot be sure. The other side of the park, which has recently been renovated and updated, is highly accessible with plenty of parking and very level and wide sidewalks. The pathways wind around that side of the park, giving different views of different kinds of plantings that have been done - mostly with trees. It is well shaded and has a lot of benches spread throughout the area. There is also a new, centrally located restroom, and it's always open for use. There are a few historical buildings on this side of the park too, but unfortunately they are in terrible condition. They are very damaged, and some are even falling down, from years of neglect and lack of use. These are all fenced off to protect people from getting hurt. I'm guessing that since the buildings have been labeled with signs and have been fenced in, that there there is some hope of restoring them before they become a total loss. I would really love to see this happen. Renovations are not complete because there's limited funding, so if there is a way to donate to this park, I would encourage you to do so. Even if the buildings never get renovated, the park itself is well worth a few dollars. It is large and has lots of areas to maintain, so I'm sure they can alway use the funds for general upkeep. This park makes for great outings for people of all ages, whether as an individual just wanting to get out into nature or as a family wanting to spend time together. There's a little something there for everyone. (However, if your children are looking for a playground, there is not one available here.)

The historic park is under renovation, it does have nice cemented walking trails, clean bathrooms and well groomed areas. A few picnic tables are available. Plenty parking.

What an amazing gem. Beautiful open space with plenty of walking trails. We had visited during the weekend and there were only a few other people there which was surprising. A great location for a picnic or just walking in a beautiful, quiet area. We happen to be there when someone was visiting the garden boxes that are available for people to rent. It was nice to see what other people choose to grow and their progress. Plenty of water fountains throughout.

The open hours of California Nursery Historical Park are from Sunrise to Sunset (today: 5:48 am-8:33 pm) daily. It is a hidden gem in the San Francisco Bay area. It has lots of parking spaces, clean public restrooms, nice gardens, fruit tree orchard, beautiful boxed tree forest, walking trails, and picnic area for family and friends.

Great for photo shoot specially during Spring. Lots of parking, also has restrooms. It will be nicer to have a play structure for kids.

Niles Rose Garden is an old Mission and has a lot of history! It's nestled in the back of town where you would not expect to see a park. There are large redwoods and shady trails, picnic tables and pretty flowers to look out. There are placards that tell the history of niles and it's pretty neat to read about! It was quiet and quite peaceful! I felt like I was in a different place!

Nice place to take children under 6, and they will enjoy the play area. Adults will enjoy the paved walks and the green lawns.

Nice park for walking with or without pets. Lots of grassy areas, playground with a range of equipment for toddlers and up. Path leads to Lake Elizabeth, or just make a loop around the park. One note: no water fountains, so bring your own.

Very nice and clean park. Not very crowded. Playground has swings and slides. Parking is by the curb side. Did not see a parking structure or lot.

My local park and it's well maintained and well kept. We enjoy taking our very active Frisbee loving Border Collie to get out his energy and to admire his Frisbee catching powers. It has a nice place area for the kids and benches for the adults to take full advantage of. A nice walking loop and easy access to Lake Elizabeth through the Golf club (Look out for Golf balls as you will be cross multiple fairways).

Lovely park with great fields and a nice path to Lake Elizabeth (Central Park)!

Great park. Perfect for families

Great park.. small but clean and well maintained.i visit this place very often . Walking trails My kids love this park.

Very nice city park. Playground area for the children. Open areas to walk around. Was there for the second mural grand opening.

This park has been my kids favorite... They love the play area.. it has swings. Slides and climbing structures.. its really enjoyable for kids above 5 years . It also has a separate play area for kids below 5 years... In addition there is a section with exercise structures for adults.. parking can be a little challenging... Overall very nice park for a quick stroll while kids enjoy the playground

1. Great playground for kids. Many new additions that you don't filing in other parks. 2. Street parking there 3. Normally mot so busy so its easy for kids to get good opportunity to play.

Dusterberry park in Fremont is a big beautiful playground and with a variety of structures. It caters to all ages and one of the few parks that is so well planned in terms of seating area, open grassland, basketball court, picnic tables, walking and cycling pathways alongside playground. Good capacity for 50+ kids at once.

This welcoming neighborhood park is a delightful haven that offers an array of activities for the entire family. It caters to the energetic youth with its plentiful kid-friendly options, such as engaging playground equipment including slides and swings. Adults are not forgotten, with an exercise area and a well-maintained basketball court readily available. Every visit leaves my daughter brimming with joy, making it a cherished spot for us. While the park does not house restroom facilities, its neighborhood location makes this a minor concern. Overall, this park beautifully blends fun, fitness, and community spirit.

Dusterberry Park's layout is artfully conceived, featuring ample open, green areas that accommodate a variety of activities, from picnics to leisurely walks to impromptu sports matches. While the lack of a dedicated parking lot and on-site restrooms can be a bit inconvenient, these minor issues don't detract from the park's overall appeal. I enjoyed a delightful afternoon there, armed with a bagel sandwich and sweet tea, while searching for a shaded haven amidst the park's verdant landscape.

Great to see a new park pop up in Fremont, hope there's many more planned! This is a nice park with a nice grassy area, half court basketball hoop and playground areas. Only additions I would like to see are additional shade structures and a restroom.

Such a sad playground. Holes and cracks on the ground everywhere. My kid tripped over a crack. Why doesn't the City repair it? It's a safety hazard.

Nice playground I like that there’s a little road where kids can run around pretending to be cars and race

Park could use some tlc. Big pot holes in the ground which is a safety concern for the little kids. Play structure isn’t that big to play on, especially if a family is using the bbq area, not a lot of parking. Stop light doesn’t work. My least favorite park in union city/Hayward

Open and out of the wind from the east bay. Hidden gem in the hills of East Union City. Great for parties or to have picnics/lunch.

I've always adored this little wedge of heaven is quite the nature lovers go to with our risk of a less than desirable fauna mostly birds sometimes wild Turkey show up they're used to be a water feature a small brook where local sandpipers fed on minnows but that was long long ago in dinosaur days 🤣Kidding

This place is great, should get some maintenance done, like why do we pay so much taxes and it looks all broken here.

I like how secluded this park is, it's never packed with a bunch of people which is nice sometimes so I can let my dog run around freely and dont have to keep super close track on my nephews cuz there's not a bunch of other kids/families. I like that they have bathrooms with water fountains, a basketball court, BBQ pits, tables, a baseball area, a playground and a huge field. The parking lot isn't ever full either.

Serene, quite, not many people around. There are picnic tables with barbeque and trash can 🗑️ for each table. It's very clean and well maintained. A small playground is there with monkey bars, slide and swing for babies. The view of the mountains is quite beautiful too. Altogether a wonderful place to spend with Family and friends.

It’s good size baseball ⚾️ field .. with mission hills in the backdrop it’s pretty!!! I see people playing Cricket here . It’s in warm springs not far from the warm springs Bart. There is street parking.

It's a nice park with a play area for the little children. The trees are a little more mature and provide some shade. There are at least three BBQ grills there with cement tables and benches near the grills. There are no restrooms there so you will have to go to the gas station store.

It is ok ok park. Very small Park. Kids can play for 1-2 hours here. Nothing much do it here. There is warmspring park near which is quite big and lots of playing options for kids. I would recommend this if you have only 30 minutes to 1 hour and do not want to go to warmspring park :) then only visit here. Also good map doesn't show correct location for booster park. I will update the correct location so that other people will not face issue while following Google maps.

Its a fun park my almost 6 year old daughter loves it but she has autism and can't swing on the big kid swings cause she doesn't hold on all the time & falls off and has got hurt and she is to big for the baby swings which she gets stuck in. I wish they would put in a special needs swing so she could have fun in a swing she fits in. She really loves this park and its the only park in walking distance from our house.

Park is located in a nice spot. Parking and layout is an issue. Good for elementary kids and families. Its a very basic park for day to day

Good for kids they have a small playground and some grass to play but tiny place if you like to run or bike. At the back you can play baseball, soccer... I hope they have a basketball ring but you can't have everything.

I really have nothing to complain about the park so I will give it 5 stars. Sites were level, new and plenty long enough for our 26 foot Winnebago trailer. Quiet at night. Safeway grocery close by. Campground had a washer and dryer as well. We were at site 60 which is farthest from the washers. Plenty of trails to walk dogs. We did have some mosquitos at night.

So... let me preface with the fact that we are here mid Summer. So... that may be why there was just dead weeds and overgrown foliage everywhere. Noticed park employees were diligent about picking up trash, but the individual spaces definitely need a green thumb. Per the other reviews, yes there is a firing range. Yes you can hear it. No it's not terrible. Tuned it our pretty fast. Level spots, easy in and out. Saw wild Turkeys and Rabbits. The 10 pm curfew is the reason this place gets 3 stars from me. Went to the ball game (BART Station is super close) but by the time the game was over and we were headed back it was closed to get back in. We were lucky that the Police was making it's rounds and was able to allow us back in. If they clean up the spaces easily would bump this up to 4 stars. Would be a toss up on a return visit.

This is an amazing campground. In terms of location, it is hard to beat. You're about an hour from San Francisco, and thirty minutes from San Jose. If you need to get groceries, you're about ten minutes from the store. The campground itself is stellar. Spots are spacious. The fire ring is nice. Because you're right on the bay it does get heinously windy but otherwise you're good. The bathrooms are clean. There is a rule that you can't drive into the park past 10 AM, but ride-sharing and then walking is okay. There are miles and miles of hiking trails that extend from the end of the park. On top of that, there is a rafter of turkeys that wanders through the park. There are also a million blackbirds, bluebirds and finches that call the park home. The price is reasonable, especially given the exorbitant prices of everything else out here. All in all, I would recommend it and return.

I remember the first time my friends and I decided on a camping trip to Dumbarton Quarry Campground. I didn’t think this was a good campground until we tried the camping here. We loved the campground now. The Dumbarton Quarry Campground doesn’t have lots of trees. But the weather is always nice in the Bay Area. We don’t need the trees. All the campsites are full hood up and the campground is very close to the city with supermarket, shopping, and restaurants. We loved it so much because it is convenient!

Well taken care of campground close to the city. The campground was immaculate when it comes to cleanliness, landscaping and safety. It’s also a good price for California. I would definitely stay again. My only negative is that the gate closes at 10pm and you have to park on the street if you can’t make it back by that time.

1st this is one of the only RV camping areas in the whole Bay Area. 10 stars for location. It is clean with lots RV spots. It is in a nature preserve so there are some extra volunteer plants - weeds. I enjoyed watching birds perched on the plants eating the seeds. I grew up around here but moved to Oregon 28 years ago. We are down for a few days to pick up our son from a camp. We figured we would just use this a home base and go to SF for fun. We never left for 2 days just hiked around. Once we got here WOW we were amazed at the beautiful location. We love to day hike. There are lots 13 of miles of trails. Some are easy trail and some a bit harder hill climbing trails with amazing views. Bike, horse back riding, and hiking. The camp ground is attached to the Coyote Hill, East Bay water front, and nature wet land reserve. Note don’t let the map fool you It is not actually that close to the bridge so no worries there. Today we hiked out the “No Name trail” 2 miles out into the Bay. Really where else can you do that. We will come back for sure.

Spacious camp sites with picnic tables and fire pits. Large grass areas. Nice playground for children. Nice bathroom/shower facilities and small laundry. Sounds like paradise, right? The problem with this park is the weed control. The whole place is quickly becoming a giant weed pit. Fox tails and burrs are why I did not rate this park as dog friendly.

The park overall is ok. Its in a safe location and there's usually skaters there. The transitions don't have the best curves to them and the half pipe section isn't all the fun to skate as there's this sudden vert to it. The P-Rails and smaller boxes are the best attractions here skate. The A frame in the middle is pretty good though one side has more kick than the other. The quarter up to the rail on the A Frame is steep too. Good park for a chill sesh.

Beautiful flowers here and a small park for kids

Great place to be in

A good size, this place is all curves, bowls, large flat area ringed with gentle slopes and ramps. It has everything including the unwelcome BMX guy and surly teens hogging the good areas during busy times.

It's cool. Wish it was well kit so kids could use it a bit later....but in a good area and has a good layout

My son loves it is perfect For beginners and pros .Not Only can they skate but they can go to the library ,look at ducks and turtles. There is a small pond at the park. Everything is in the same aria.

Well.... I am gonna be honest, the park.... Well the park is great. There are many trees and a lot space to walk and play (if you can and want go there)

This is such a neat little park. The flooring is a foam mat material, which my kids and I are big fans of. It had a large rock formation to climb, along with two large playgrounds fashioned like ships at sea. We had a lovely time at this park. There was also an awning with several picnic benches very near to the playground and another picnic area on the other side of the park with lots of grassy area for running about. We will 100% visit this park again next time we are in the area.

This park is very nice you can enjoy your self while the kids are playing, it has new playground structures and it's located near a good neighborhood but doesn't have bathrooms

Two great play structures and a covered area with tables for eating. On street parking.

Love taking my kids here

Prefect place to mountain bike, run, walk, and or hike. There is enough trails to do any of these.

Very nice park. Never crowded.

Good workout spot, don't go alone.

This is a great park hidden behind Tesla and a bunch of recently built apartment buildings. It shares, or is, property with a school. Essentially, a park for the techies (jk), it feels and looks artificial. It was a great experience for my kid, tbough. It's a big park with structures, basketball courts with double rims, and olay structures. There isn't a ton of shade. There are clean public bathrooms. Parking is tough. Great play structures. No swings. Very modern Bay Area park.

Huge 4 acre communiy Park which is open to public sunrise to 10 pm except 1 and half hours before the start of the school and after 1 and half hours after the end of the school.

Nothing but good things to say about this place honestly a super friendly and family safe park ! My 5 year old left her Easter bunny here last week by accident and it was a whole build a bear with accessories and everything I was so sure that we had completely lost it but my husband insisted in going to check the park out as it it’s close by to his job in the morning the next day and he found it !😭 I couldn’t believe it he said there was kids in the playground but no one grabbed it and I’m so happy honest people still exist ! Will forever tell everyone to come here ! Also bathrooms are nice as well as the playground !🩷

Great park, a lot of basketball half courts, Volleyball court and a big lawn for dogs/picnic/ football Also there's a walking circle with benches and playground with walls for wall ball They have restrooms and water filter

One of the best local/community parks I've seen in this area. It's become a major part of my running routes.

Great elementary school with great play ground for the neighborhood

Wonderful park to relax and enjoy the day. Quiet and clean.

This is a beautiful, lush coastal redwood forest with lots of trails, though I've only explored the southern area so far. It's just outside Aptos, south of Santa Cruz. Trails are well maintained, and there's little poison oak in the areas I've been to. The creek is the highlight for me - mossy, fern-dotted cliffs, still water, jumping fish. It's relatively easily accessible from the parking area near the entrance, though there are some steps to descend and a bit of a slope. If you read about the Advocate Tree, please note that it's now fallen, but you can still visit it. It lived for over 1,000 years! Past the creek, the trails get steeper and narrower. Everything was green and beautiful in late June and was a joy to explore. The southern area lends itself well to wandering (with a map of course). As always, bring sunscreen and a hat (though the trails are largely shady), plus water and snacks. Parking was a little tough, but that's not unexpected for hiking on a Saturday in June. I was fortunate though and only had to wait a few minutes before a spot opened up. Entrance fee is $8 at the time I'm writing this. I had a wonderful time here and highly recommend the park.

Did an evening hike - Terrace Trail to Aptos Ranch Trail - took 1.5 hours - 3.6 miles. Loved it. Parking is a little funny. There was no attendant so we had to put $8 cash in an envelope and write on the envelope that we dropped it and put the matching ticket on our dash. I’ve traveled to many other states and countries and have never experienced this. Left $10 as i had no change. Just a heads up for future visitors.

Beautiful 😍 Perfect place to hike and find marine fossils! Lots of families walking around. I felt safe as a lone female hiker.

Very nice smaller Redwood forest state park. Ample parking, well marked trails and of course great redwoods. The area is rebounding from massive cutting of olde grove trees a hundred years ago. The new groves are healthy and thriving. Witnessed volunteer workers clearly previously introduced invasive “vines”. Beautiful local retreat away from the daily hustle and bustle. Kind of nice that there is virtually no cell coverage..just unplug for a spell and enjoy natural grandeur with fresh and clear air. Highly recommended.

The ranger at the gate today was very nice and helpful. There are very low key easy walks and some more elevated ones as you choose. Beautiful redwoods and creek.

Beautiful and magical place with redwoods, creeks, and marine fossils. You will need to drive down a long, dusty, and rocky road to get to the farthest parking area

Great State Park, love hiking here. As of Memorial Day weekend 2025 the road beyond the entrance point is in great shape. And there Is water flowing in Maple Falls, although the hiking for the last 1/2 mile involves a bit of rock hopping as you cross the stream multiple times.

I mean the park looked like it could be a good one but the only other people who came by(3 in total) brought there dogs there because it was ‘typically empty’ and they didn’t have to worry about their dog aggressive dogs running into another dog. No parking but on a blind curve with a hogging speed limit. Plus I’ve never seen a dog park with a longer rules plaque. Over twenty if memory serves.

9/2021: Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. It is mostly clean. It has a canopy over concrete area for dogs or people to get out of the sun/rain. There are about 6 concrete benches in/out of the shade. The Water fountain has not worked since 2020. It has a small dog area that has a nice little obstacle course. The Big dog area also has an obstacle course. The big area has about 5% grass, the rest is dirt. It has a nice large area for the dogs to run. Not a good place to go on wet days unless you don't mind the mud. I stopped by today to see if improvements occurred from a year ago like turning the water on so dogs can drink and grass can grow, but no change which is unfortunate. Remember to bring your own bowl and water!

This place used to be a great location. Where the community could get together and watch the pet children play. Unfortunately all the money that was spent to establish it and maintain it has gone to waste. The aggressive dog section is completely unkept and overgrown. The hours read 6am to 10 pm Tuesday to Sun but it's been shut down with no signs or reasons. We went on a Sunday at 930 am and it remained locked. There is a disclosure about rain however the parameters were not to remain closed today.

There are a couple of foxtails right now but nothing too crazy. It says it's open til 10pm however the lights don't go on making it way too dark to see anything if you go at night. I've only been here twice so far, once around 8-9pm on sat and then around 7-8pm on a Sunday and had the park to ourselves. Lots of agility equipment although some of the round tubes look broken however still functional. I was happy to see that there was barely any dog poop around which is a rarity these days. Also, the water fountains don't seem to have much pressure in them so one star removed for that and the lack of lights at night. Otherwise, a great dog park!

1. NO WATER, A LOT OF DUST According to the photos it used to be nice and green 4 years ago. Then they've decided that water is the biggest enemy. Now there is no drinking water available (bring your water and bowls!!!) and it is very dusty. Dust is a worst kind of the dust and became very sticky when mixed with dogs saliva. Meaning your fetching ball becomes SUPER dirty and your dog eats A LOT of soil. 2. Unneutered male dogs. Also there are a lot of unneutered dogs (more than I've met in other parks). I know that it can be a problem for some people and their dogs so I think it worth mentioning. 3. Separate areas for small and big dogs 4. Has some agility equipment 5. Has benches and shade

Large space with pretty friendly dog owners. Beware of the small dog owners who bring their 5-lb dogs into the big dog park then get upset when big dogs wanna play. So long story short, no different than any other dog park. They do close every Monday for maintenance, but the water station for dogs has been broken for 2 months so not quite sure what maintenance is being done.

Nice large grass area with walking path and agility. Large and small (< 30lbs) areas as well as an additional smaller axillary grass area.

Behind the mission high school, It may not be the a very good park in comparison to other beautiful parks in Fremont but is used as a place for Jogging or walking or running. It doesn’t have much grass but have a lot of dust. It has a nice loop to practice or increase your speed with a timer. Has a play structure too however the overall place doesn’t look very lively so won’t recommend for families given that there is very beautiful park (Central park) close by. Has a tennis court and parking area. It is not for other recreational activities.

Ample parking in the school parking lots or on the opposite side. Scary smelly bathrooms are open 7a to 7p. Bball, baseball, tennis, track, and tennis courts with high usage on the weekends. Water facets and playground too. Nice place for a bday party. Table and bbq pits.

Great neighborhood park with small playground,tennis courts, basketball court & picnic tables.🙂

Located off Mission Boulevard in between Mission San Jose High School and Hopkins Junior high. Plenty of basketball courts, none are level or regulation 10 feet, rims range from 9'6" to 10'2" depending the slope. Nice walking or running fields when not wet. Plenty of space for baseball, softball, soccer, or field sports. Can fly a kite, drone, radio controlled toys, rockets. Nice tennis courts between schools, lighted at night till 9pm. Has a small playground for kids. There is a trail located behind the baseball field for walking, jogging, cycling, take your pet on a stroll. Trail connects to Central Park. Nice park if you want an option besides Fremont's massive Central Park. Has public restrooms.

There is a track that the Hugh school use during the school time. After that, it's a good place to walk or bike. Tennis court is nearby. There is also a basketball court.

Great place to visit. Bathrooms can use some work but like to come by for a small BBQ

Nice Tennis courts available on weekdays. It can windy at times particularly in the evening and there is no wind barrier. Just a mesh fence. Court slopes slightly away from Msj high school.

The park has a really beautiful lawn and equally good play area for kids , however with no public restrooms and the pool staff wont allow kids to use their restrooms. So please plan accordingly if going with kids if you are walking them to park.

Cute little park with very few people. So it is safer than any other famous park. Tip: Go here if you hate crowded parks

Great little local park. It is attached to an elementary school, but the edge and back area seem to be separate and available to the public even during school hours. I walk my dogs here and have run into and met friendly neighbors. Always nice, clean and well kept!

Meyer Park A perfect small park in Fremont. I come here with my Chihuahua as bigger parks tend to be a bit much for her. This is quite the little “hidden gem” in plain site. From expansive lawns, to the wonderful children play area, to the basketball courts, picnic tables and benches to rest on, this park has a little bit of something for everybody, especially if you’re looking for it to be a little more quiet and a lot less crowded. They have events like Easter Egg Hunt & summer movies.

This is our community's park. Clean, nicely maintained and the place where community events are held. Christmas tree lighting, Easter egg hunts, it brings the whole community together. Has a nice small playground where little kids can play. Dog friendly as well. You can spend quality time with here

Tennis court requires prior booking

Kids having fall swim training. Great pool and facilities.

Very relaxing atmosphere with the mountain background. Has a basketball court and a small playground for toddlers. Mostly used by neighborhood elders for brisk walks and exercise. Not much shade but lots of open field for other athletic activities

Great open space with a small children's play structure. Many people play volley ball and teams practice soccer. Many folks walk around this park daily.

Know before you go! Quiet neighborhood. Bring sunscreen! No bathroom. Small playground for toddlers. Only 3-4 benches to sit at so bring a blanket for a picnic. Also be sure to pack toys for the grass (balls, kites, etc) The shade is at the back of the park where there are many sticks and rocks, not blanket friendly. The grass area does not have a sidewalk so many people walk through or around the playground.

My daughter loved this park. Not much shade though. No bathroom. Soft ground, relativly safe play area. Nice and open field, great for oicnics it kites, frisbeeb and outside sport really. Some people place futbol here.

It is a pretty park. Good for children ages 5-12. I wish they had more toddler friendly equipment and gates surrounding they area.

Small, cozy neighborhood community park. Kids always gather here after school. Young adults play soccer here on weekend.

This park has potential it gets a lot of usage but it's in need of bathrooms and at least some drinking faucets.