Mission Peak, Alameda County CA

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Latitude: 37.5124365°N
Longitude: -121.8805126°W
Approx Elevation: 2,500 ft (762 m)
Topo Map Name: Niles
Category: Summits

They Bay Area is surrounded by forests and mountains. From the deep redwoods in Marin County and northward; to the drier, Mediterranean expanse to the east; to the lush, coastal cliffsides that trickle into Pacifica and beyond, it is a perfect balance between outdoor access and city life. Mission Peak is one of the more popular peaks close in. Located just northeast of San Jose, it is part of a regional preserve that bears its namesake. The Mission Peak Regional Preserve not only encompasses Mission Peak but nearby Monument Peak and Mount Allison as well. Being so close to a major metropolitan hub makes Mission Peak a popular and crowded hiking, cycling, and sightseeing destination. There are multiple trails to the summit and it is a relatively quick round trip. The most traveled loop is about 5.5 miles and is extremely moderate, but if you are looking for views, Mission Peak is a classic.

Map and location information for Mission Peak in California: Mission Peak is one of the Summits in Alameda County, CA and can be found on the Niles USGS topographic quad map. The GPS coordinates are 37.5124365 (latitude), -121.8805126 (longitude) and the approximate elevation is 2,500 feet (762 meters) above sea level. Have you been to California's Mission Peak before? If so, we ask that you post a quick review of it below. Tell us the time of year, what your goal was, and how your trip went. Thanks for sharing your experience at Mission Peak!