Fremont Peak SP

State Park

Fremont Peak is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays due to budget restrictions.

This park features expansive views of Monterey Bay, from its hiking trails in the grasslands of the higher peaks of the Gavilan Range. Other views include the San Benito Valley, Salinas Valley, and the Santa Lucia Mountains east of Big Sur. Pine and oak woodlands in the park are home to many birds and mammals. There are camping and picnic facilities in the park. The park also features an astronomical observatory with a 30-inch telescope, which is open for public programs on selected evenings.

Location-Directions
Off of Highway 156, 11-miles south of San Juan Bautista on San Juan Canyon Road.

Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised.

Facilities - Activities

Jr. Rangers Program (ages 7-12)
Every Saturday from July 18th-August 29th 11:00am
Come and learn about Fremont Peak's animals and plants! Here is your chance to earn prizes, explore Fremont Peak, and become a Jr. Ranger.
Program is designed fro ages 7-12 and is an hour long.

Parent attendance is required only for sign-in and pick up. Please show up 15 minutes early in order to sign up. Program starts at 11:00am sharp.

For groups of 20 or more, please call (831) 623-2753 to make reservations.

Astronomical Observing
It’s best to arrive before sundown as vehicle headlights after sunset disrupt astronomers’ night vision. Clouds or rain will cancel astronomy programs. Call the park for weather and program updates before you go.

In general, astronomers are friendly, outgoing, and happy to allow you to view through their telescopes and answer your questions. A few courtesies that will enhance everyone’s experience:

Do not touch any part of any telescope unless the owner instructs you on the proper method. In particular, do not touch any glass optical surfaces.
Please be sure that all children are supervised around telescopes.
Remember, using lights near telescopes at night is highly disruptive. A piece of red "cellophane" wrapped over the end of a flashlight and held in place with a rubber band works great.

For more information take this link to the Fremont Peak Observatory Association

                                   Fremont Peak Day 2009 is Sunday April 26th.

This annual event is an old fashioned picnic sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Native Daughters of the Golden West. The event commemorates Captain John C. Fremont and his expedition’s U.S. flag raising in 1846 in defiance of the Mexican government.

The even this year begins at 11:30 am. Bring the family and enjoy a picnic lunch and childrens games sponsered by the Native Daughters of the Golden West.


Brochures Panorama Video Photos State Parks Store Day Hiker's Trails Current Weather Map of Location Accessible Features Cities near the park: California Coastline Photos: Action News 8 KSBW Fremont Peak Webcam Geocaching in State Parks	Fremont Peak SP State Park Fremont Peak is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays due to budget restrictions. This park features expansive views of Monterey Bay, from its hiking trails in the grasslands of the higher peaks of the Gavilan Range. Other views include the San Benito Valley, Salinas Valley, and the Santa Lucia Mountains east of Big Sur. Pine and oak woodlands in the park are home to many birds and mammals. There are camping and picnic facilities in the park. The park also features an astronomical observatory with a 30-inch telescope, which is open for public programs on selected evenings. Location-Directions Off of Highway 156, 11-miles south of San Juan Bautista on San Juan Canyon Road. Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing The weather can be changeable. Layered clothing is advised. Facilities - Activities *Jr. Rangers Program (ages 7-12)* Every Saturday from July 18th-August 29th 11:00am Come and learn about Fremont Peak's animals and plants! Here is your chance to earn prizes, explore Fremont Peak, and become a Jr. Ranger. Program is designed fro ages 7-12 and is an hour long. Parent attendance is required only for sign-in and pick up. Please show up 15 minutes early in order to sign up. Program starts at 11:00am sharp. For groups of 20 or more, please call (831) 623-2753 to make reservations. *Astronomical Observing* It’s best to arrive before sundown as vehicle headlights after sunset disrupt astronomers’ night vision. Clouds or rain will cancel astronomy programs. Call the park for weather and program updates before you go. In general, astronomers are friendly, outgoing, and happy to allow you to view through their telescopes and answer your questions. A few courtesies that will enhance everyone’s experience: Do not touch any part of any telescope unless the owner instructs you on the proper method. In particular, do not touch any glass optical surfaces. Please be sure that all children are supervised around telescopes. Remember, using lights near telescopes at night is highly disruptive. A piece of red "cellophane" wrapped over the end of a flashlight and held in place with a rubber band works great. For more information take this link to the Fremont Peak Observatory Association *Fremont Peak Day 2009 is Sunday April 26th.* This annual event is an old fashioned picnic sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Native Daughters of the Golden West. The event commemorates Captain John C. Fremont and his expedition’s U.S. flag raising in 1846 in defiance of the Mexican government. The even this year begins at 11:30 am. Bring the family and enjoy a picnic lunch and childrens games sponsered by the Native Daughters of the Golden West.	Park Features Icon Legend Max Camper Length: 25 Feet Max Trailer Length: 25 Feet Hours Open year round Day use hours 8:00am to one-half hour after Sunset. County Monterey Region Central Coast Telephone Park Information 831-623-4255 Observatory 831-623-2465 Operating Hours Due to budget constraints, the park is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Open year round Day use hours 8:00am to one-half hour after Sunset. Observatory Programs April through October on moonless Saturday evenings starting at 8:00pm.