2 Mile Brushy Peak - Lowlands Hike

Mar 22, 2025

Age at least 8 yrs but less than 90 yrs, Mixed

Outdoor ActivitiesFamily

Description

Explore the magical parkland owned by LARPD known as Brushy Peak Regional Preserve which is only open to the public by ranger-led tours.

This hike does NOT reach the peak but includes an exploration of unique sandstone rock formations, introduction to the Native Ohlone, Bay Miwok and Delta Yokuts cultures associated with the site, and opportunity to view the plants and animals that live or visit this area.

This easy Brushy Peak hike will cover approximately 2 miles and does not include the final ascent to the peak. If you are interested in the more strenuous 4-mile hike over dirt & rocky trails with an elevation gain of 800+ feet, please register for the 4 Mile Brushy Peak Summit Hike.

Participants must stay with the group. Under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Canceled if raining. 5 to 6 hour trip. Trip ending timing is an estimation – depends on hiking speed of group and how much exciting stuff we stop to check out! Carpooling encouraged.

Meet at the bigger community center parking lot next to the community gardens at 491 Loyola Way. [Google Map Link]

For more information, call the Ranger office at 925-960-2400.

Instructor

LARPD Ranger Staff

More Information

SupervisorNature Programs

Number of sessions1

Brushy Peak Hike participant instructions

Meeting place, what to bring, etc

Brushy Peak Hike participant details.pdf

13 openings remaining

Notes

Meet at the bigger community center parking lot next to the community gardens at 491 Loyola Way. [Google Map Link]

Please bring: sturdy, comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots; windbreaker and/or jacket (all weather conditions); water bottle (at least two quarts per person); hat and sunscreen (recommended); long pants and/or insect repellent (recommended) (if you choose long pants on a hot day, lightweight pants would be more comfortable than heavy pants or jeans); gaiters, rain pants etc., to keep you dry if it has rained recently; binoculars and/or hand lenses (optional); camera (optional); favorite field guides (optional); container to carry out your trash (no garbage cans at park); a pack to carry all the above.

NO RESTROOMS available on site!