Nearest town: Sunol, CA Region: East Bay (680 Corridor) Park website: Link here Best time of year to visit: Year round, although it can get hot in the summer so check the weather forecast before you go Features of the park: Mountain views, spring wildflowers and "Little Yosemite," a scenic gorge through which Alameda Creek runs Fees: Day use fees charged ($5 per vehicle seasonal, weekends and holidays as of 2019), EBRPD passes accepted