Mountain Spot
Mountain SpotFive Canyons Open Space
Castro Valley
East Bay hiking without the crowds. Rolling grasslands and oak-shaded creeks lead to ridge-top perches where clear days reveal San Francisco glinting in the distance.
Expansive bay views
Rolling foothill trails
Dog-friendly hiking
Shaded canyon paths
Tips
🏔️"spectacular views from the top of the ridge line"
🚗park at Don Castro for a longer 6-mile loop
🚫no bathrooms, plan ahead
Five Canyons Open Space
Castro ValleyOpens Friday at 6:00 AM
Mountain SpotMountain SpotEast Bay hiking without the crowds. Rolling grasslands and oak-shaded creeks lead to ridge-top perches where clear days reveal San Francisco glinting in the distance.
Expansive bay views
Rolling foothill trails
Dog-friendly hiking
Shaded canyon paths
Tips
🏔️"spectacular views from the top of the ridge line"
🚗park at Don Castro for a longer 6-mile loop
🚫no bathrooms, plan ahead