Fernandez Ranch

Contra Costa County, East Bay, California · Open Space Preserve

A 1,180-acre open space preserve in the East Bay hills between Hercules and Martinez, managed by John Muir Land Trust. Features rolling grasslands, oak-bay woodlands, multi-use trails, ADA-accessible paths, and rare wildlife including the Alameda whipsnake.

Top trails

• Fernandez Ranch Loop with Vista Point — 6.1 mi loop
• Bay Area Ridge Trail: Fernandez Ranch — 4.8 mi one way
• Fernandez Ranch to Sobrante Ridge — 7.0 mi

Visiting

Fees — General Admission: $0.

Coordinates: 37.9984, -122.2063.

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