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Mount Hamilton is a small community at the peak of Mount Hamilton, a towering mountain in the Diablo Range of California. The village features the world’s first permanently occupied observatory. The mountain was once referred to as Sierra de Santa Isabel by the Mexican and Spanish government but was later named for a preacher from nearby San Jose who accompanied several geologists to summit it. The different peaks of the mountain are named for famed astronomers like Kepler and Copernicus, cementing its status as a community enthralled with the cosmos.

This stellar community at the apex of Mount Hamilton is a fantastic place to visit and rent an RV for vacation purposes. The San Francisco Bay Area is just a short drive away, as are some of California’s best parks. When you book an RV in Mount Hamilton, a wealth of incredible attractions and pristine landscapes await you.

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When you rent an RV in Mount Hamilton, several parks and nature preserves can be found right in the town’s backyard making it quite easy for you to plan accordingly. Grant Ranch County Park is at the foot of Mount Hamilton in between the town and the city of San Jose. The park sits in the foothills of the Diablo Range and contains many different ways to enjoy the outdoors. Mountain biking, hiking, and birdwatching are the most common activities in the park, but you can enjoy observing wildlife or camping out in your Mount Hamilton camper rental too.

The next closest park to Mount Hamilton is Henry W. Coe State Park, a splendid park with rolling hills covered with a variety of wonderful trees. Mountain biking and backpacking are popular here too, which should come as no surprise to any who have the privilege of seeing its beauty firsthand. Scenic trails circle the park and there are several campgrounds for you to sleep at when you bring your Mount Hamilton RV rental to get a taste of nature. On the other side of Henry W. Coe State Park is Pacheco State Park, a charming park that sits on the gigantic San Luis Reservoir. The park was once part of a massive ranch but was gifted to the state to become an eco-sanctuary. Sadly, there are no campsites for you to park your Mount Hamilton camper rental while at the park, but you can enjoy some hiking, mountain biking, or a nice swim in the lake.

While you visit the Golden State for your next vacation, you simply must make time for at least one of its world-class national parks, like Yosemite National Park which is about 150 miles east of town in the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains. This stunning park speaks for itself, but if you have never seen or heard of it, you are in for a surprise. Over four and a half million people flock to the park each year, particularly in the summertime, to seek out breathtaking scenery, unbeatable rock climbing, hidden waterfalls, and legendary hikes. Camping is perhaps one of the best ways to get the most out of Yosemite, so staying a day or two or three in your Mount Hamilton camper rental is a fantastic idea.

RV Parks to Visit

You shouldn’t encounter any difficulty when you rent an RV and need a place to stay near Mount Hamilton. Grant Ranch County Park, mentioned before, is a nice place to camp out and is only minutes from Mount Hamilton, enabling you to remain close to town. Maple Leaf RV Park is within walking distance to many fun, local attractions, with lots of spacious campsites for you to choose from. There is a grocery store on site as well as a hot tub and sauna.

Morgan Hill RV Resort is another place to stay when you rent an RV in Mount Hamilton, with a dog park, a swimming pool, a playground, and lots of other resort amenities. Coyote Valley RV Resort is an upscale destination where you'll find a saltwater pool, golf course, and convenience store.

City Sightseeing

Mount Hamilton is uniquely situated atop the eponymous mountain’s peak, so not much of a town exists for you to walk around. A few scientists and their families live in the town full time and almost the entire town works at the observatory in some capacity. The Lick Observatory is the only real feature to speak of in town, but it sure is an awesome place to check out while you're here. This historic observatory has one of the largest refractor telescopes on the planet, with a museum featuring lots of information about space. Knowledgeable astronomers give informative tours of the facility a few days per week.

For any other city sightseeing adventures, you will have to go to nearby San Jose which is only a short drive from town. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo has over 100 types of wildlife that guests can observe, in addition to amusement rides, a puppet theater, and much more. The SAP Center is a fantastic place to catch large concerts and events, and even watch an NHL hockey game courtesy of the city’s beloved San Jose Sharks. The San Jose Museum of Art is always a delightful place to visit, located in one of the city’s oldest buildings. The museum may be small but it features an impressive and eclectic collection from around the world.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds


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  • Antler Point from Twin Gates, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Grant Ranch and Antler Point Extended Loop, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Circle Corral and Bass Lake Loop, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Yerba Buena to Halls Valley Trail Loop, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Avenue of the Noble Giants, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Perimeter Loop Hike, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Dutch Flat and Dairy Trails, CAMount Hamilton, CA
  • Penetecia Creek Trail, CASan Jose, CA
  • Alum Rock South Rim Trail (CLOSED), CASan Jose, CA
  • North Rim Trail to Eagle Rock, CASan Jose, CA

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