Two people and a dog walk down a dirt trail that cuts into a grassy hill with large trees

National Historic Trail

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

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Info

The Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail covers over 1200 miles through the homelands of 70+ Tribal communities. It follows the historic route of the 1775-76 Spanish colonizing expedition from Sonora, Mexico to San Francisco, CA. Whether urban or rural, the trail offers adventure, diverse cultural perspectives, and an opportunity to experience history.

Park Photos

Two people and a dog walk down a dirt trail that cuts into a grassy hill with large trees
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The Anza Trail in San Juan Bautista

Two people and a dog walk down a dirt trail that cuts into a grassy hill with large trees
equestrians walk down a dirt trail with an Anza Trail marker
Anza Trail Logo
trails & rails
Kids stand holding their Anza Trail Junior Ranger badges

Activities

Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Mountain Biking
Road Biking
Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Guided Tours
Living History
Reenactments
Junior Ranger Program
Bookstore and Park Store
Park Film
Shopping
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating Hours

Hours listed are for the Richmond, California administrative office of the Anza Trail (admin office not currently open to public). The 1,200-mile Anza Trail connects historic, cultural, and recreation sites from Nogales, AZ, to the San Francisco Bay Area that reveal the legacy of our Spanish colonial heritage. To learn more, visit http://www.nps.gov/juba. Each site along the Anza Trail is managed independently. Contact individual sites for hours, directions, and other details.

DayHours
Friday
9:30AM - 5:00PM
Monday
9:30AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
Closed
Tuesday
9:30AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
Closed
Thursday
9:30AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday
9:30AM - 5:00PM

Weather info

The 1,200-mile Anza Trail connects historic, cultural, and recreation sites from Nogales, AZ, to the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more, visit http://www.nps.gov/juba. Each site along the Anza Trail is managed independently. Contact individual sites for hours, directions, and other details.

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