Joseph D. Grant County Park

Uncrowded county park in the eastern San Jose foothills. Plenty of trails for all levels, picnic tables, camping, and great historic value can be found here. The drive up is steep and windy but worth the adventure. The drive down is easier and features terrific views of San Jose.

Joseph D. Grant County Park is a hidden gem in the Bay Area and an absolute paradise for nature lovers! The park offers an impressive variety of trails that cater to all levels, from easy strolls to more challenging hikes. The scenery is breathtaking, with rolling hills, serene lakes, and plenty of wildlife sightings—perfect for photography or just soaking in the beauty of the outdoors. The facilities are excellent, with clean picnic areas, well-marked trails, and ample parking. It’s also a fantastic spot for camping, with spacious sites that are well-maintained and surrounded by nature’s tranquility. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a peaceful day outdoors, this park has something for everyone. It’s a great escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and a place where you can truly relax and recharge. I highly recommend visiting Joseph D. Grant County Park—you won’t be disappointed!

The trails that intersects Quimby is what I’ll be reviewing. You can do a lengthy loop here. It goes by a small lake, a viewpoint, and has tons of wildlife.

Camped here for a night and it was a nice park. There were lot of deer and coyotes around the park so be careful of them when driving and staying around. In the campground, the restrooms/showers had WiFi so for urgent situations it’s good to know there is that since there wasn’t much cell reception. But Starlink works. I drove in and got a spot that was not occupied and paid at park entrance.

The way to get to the park was so beautiful. Almost no one was in the park. The park is huge but there are not many things to do. I canceled my camping for the next month because it was too dry.