Alum Rock Park

Alum Rock Park is a public state park in California near San Jose in Santa Clara County County. Established in 1872, the park offers visitors the chance to explore scenic trails.

Quick Facts

Things to Do at Alum Rock Park

Visitors to Alum Rock Park can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities:

• Hiking – Explore scenic trails

Location & Getting There

Alum Rock Park is located near San Jose, California. The park’s coordinates are 37.369642, -121.8243656.

Explore More California State Parks

Alum Rock Park is one of many outstanding state parks in California. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in California guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.

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The State Parks Team is a group of outdoor enthusiasts, researchers, and travel writers dedicated to showcasing America's state parks. Drawing on collective experience visiting parks in all 50 states, the team creates detailed guides, curated park lists, and practical tips to help visitors make the most of their state park adventures. Our mission: making America's state parks accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

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