Coyote Hills regional park in Fremont, CA is a beautiful place that was declared open for public use in 1978. It is comprised over 1266 acres of marshland, which makes it a perfect place to do a little bird watching and hiking. Most people come to Coyote Hills for hiking, bird watching, bicycling, jogging, picnicking and nature exploration. It can be used year around but is most popular from Spring-late fall. If you enjoy visiting Coyote Hills, consider visiting Mission Peak.

The Coyote Hills Regional Park is rich with history. It was once the land that Ohlone Indians called home. These native people were hunters and gatherers and lived off from the land. This particular area was filled with tule elk and condors. The waters were filled with otters and fish as well. This particular area offers nice preservation of the wetlands as well as some of the Ohlone Indians shellmound sites. These sites act as fascinating archaeological resources.

Visitor Center

There are various parts that people can visit at Coyote Hills Regional Park as well. There is a visitor center that will have a gift shop called Possum’s Pocket Nature STore. And, exhibits that portray the Ohlone Indian’s way of life. And, don’t forget the tule reed boat that was constructed by park staff and volunteers just as the native Americans would have done. Here, there are guided tours and school programs that take you through the Ohlone-style family home, the sweat-house and shade shelter which is called the Tuibun Ohlone Village Site. This area was previously called the “Native American Archaeological Sites”.

Nectar Garden

When visiting the area, don’t forget the Nectar Garden. This is a great spot that is adjacent to the visitor center. It is open Wednesday through Sunday for the general public to enjoy. And, this is also a great school event location that many have enjoyed. Learn about the various birds and butterflies and what they like to eat.

There are picnic areas that are open as a first come first serve basis. These areas are located by the visitor center and the Quarry Staging Area. Coyote Hills Regional Park offers a peaceful atmosphere for guests to eat in. Enjoy the sites and sounds of nature at Coyote Hills Regional Park.

Trails

The US Fish and Wildlife Service operates the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This area is in the west or south of the Coyote Hill. There are trails there that bicyclists and hikers can enjoy. There is a bridge that allows guest to go up and over Highway 84/Dumbarton Bridge toll booths.

And, there is the Alameda Creek Trail that is a 12-mile trail that stretches from the bay to the mouth of Niles Canyon. This trail borders the Coyote Hills Regional Park’s north side and is not open to motor vehicles. Other areas that are worth mentioning are the paved loop trail for hiking and bicycling called the Bay View Trail and the Marsh Boardwalk. There are some beautiful scenic views from on top of the hills as well. Coyote Hills Regional Park is just filled with natural beauty everywhere you look.

Driving Directions to Smile Matters – Preet Sahota DDS from Coyote Hills Regional Park:

Head north toward Patterson Ranch Rd
Turn right onto Patterson Ranch Rd
Turn left onto Paseo Padre Pkwy
Turn left onto Stevenson Blvd
Turn right onto Stevenson Pl