Location: County: San Benito. Nearest City: San
Juan Bautista.
Campsites, facilities: There are 22 primitive sites
for tents or RVs up to 26 feet long and trailers up to 18 feet
long. There is one group camp available. Picnic tables, fire
rings, and piped water are provided. Pit toilets are available.
Leashed pets are permitted.
Reservations, fees: No reservations; $7-$12 per night,
$1 pet fee.
Contact: Phone the park at 1-831-623-4255.
Fremont Peak State Park
PO Box 1110
San Juan Bautista CA 95045
Operating hours, seasons: The park is open year-round.
Directions: Take US 101 south to 156. From Highway
156 in San Juan Bautista, turn south on San Juan Canyon Road
and drive 11 miles to the park.
Weather, clothing: The weather can be changeable; layered
clothing is advised.
Trip notes: Fremont Peak State Park (elevation 3,169
feet) features expansive views of the Monterey Bay from its hiking
trails in the grasslands of the higher peaks of the Gavilan Range.
Other views include the San Benito Valley, Salinas Valley, and
the Santa Lucia Mountains east of Big Sur. The park also features
an astronomical observatory which is open for public programs
on specified Saturdays. Pine and oak woodlands in the park are
home to many birds and small animals. There are picnic facilities
in the park. Most vacationers in this region are heading to Monterey
Bay and the surrounding environs. That's why Fremont Peak State
Park is missed by a lot of folks. It is located on a ridge with
great views of Monterey Bay available on the trail going up Fremont
Peak.
© 2001, Miwok Lodge 439, Order of the
Arrow, Santa Clara County Council Inc., BSA
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