Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park: A Hillside Escape
Discover scenic trails, panoramic views, and natural beauty in this expansive East Bay park perfect for hiking, biking, and riding.
Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park offers a scenic escape with over 5,271 acres of oak-covered hills, deep canyons, and panoramic views of Pleasanton and the Livermore Valley. Popular for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, the park provides a natural retreat with trails for all skill levels.
A brief summary to Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park
- Foothill Rd, Pleasanton, California, 94588, US
- +1510-544-3030
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-8 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-8 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-8 pm
- Thursday 8 am-8 pm
- Friday 8 am-8 pm
- Saturday 8 am-8 pm
- Sunday 8 am-8 pm
Local tips
- Bring plenty of water, especially during summer, as temperatures can get high and many trails offer little shade.
- Check the park's website for seasonal gate closure times, as they vary throughout the year.
- Be aware of wildlife; keep dogs on a leash and maintain a safe distance from animals.
- Wear appropriate footwear for hiking on dirt trails, which can be uneven or steep in places.
- Poison oak is common, so stay on marked trails and wear long pants and sleeves to avoid contact.
Getting There
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Driving
From I-680 in Pleasanton, exit at Castlewood Drive and head west. Turn left (south) onto Foothill Road. The Foothill Staging Area, the park's main entrance, is approximately two miles from Castlewood Drive on the right. Parking is free. Alternatively, to reach the Tyler Ranch Staging Area, exit I-680 at Sunol and head west. Turn right onto Koopmann Road, then immediately turn left onto Pleasanton Sunol Road. Turn right onto Niles Canyon Road, then make a right onto Main Street, followed by a right onto Kilkare Road. Turn left onto Foothill Road; the Tyler Ranch Staging Area is at the end of Foothill Road on the right. There are no tolls on either route.
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Public Transport
While there are public transportation options to reach the general vicinity of Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park, there isn't a direct public transit route to the park's entrances. The closest public transportation access point is in the town of Pleasanton. From there, you would need to use a ride-sharing service or taxi to reach the park's Foothill Road entrance, which would cost approximately $15-$25.
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