Sunday, May 4, 2014

Get Out and Enjoy the Spring Weather in Mountain View!

Spring in California is one of the most beautiful times of the year. As the temperatures create the perfect outdoor environment for enjoying sunny skies, the time is right to step outside your apartment door and explore the wide variety of outdoor venues and activities available in Mountain View. Whether you love hiking, biking, swimming, or golf, you’re sure to find the perfect place to enjoy an outdoor adventure with family or friends.

Stevens Creek Trail
The Stevens Creek Trail is a multi-use trail that Mountain View residents have been enjoying for nearly half a century. This trail cuts through more than 100 acres of land preserved by the city and county as a natural retreat as it winds along the banks of the 20-mile Stevens Creek. The 4.8-mile section of trail that runs through Mountain View allows residents to hike, bike, or jog the automobile-free route while enjoying a journey through California’s native marshes and riparian habitats. Wildlife frequently spotted along the Stevens Creek Trail includes raccoons, quail, swallows, possums, and hawks. The Stevens Creek Trail also connects to many local neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and park recreation areas, providing a thoroughfare for those looking to spend a beautiful spring day enjoying the fresh air.

Shoreline Park
Located on North Shoreline Boulevard in Mountain View, the 750-acre Shoreline Park is a popular recreation retreat for hikers, bikers, and joggers. The park also features a kite-flying area, the 18-hole Shoreline Golf Links golf course, and a 50-acre sailing lake appropriate for small boats. Amateur and professional photographers have long loved this spot for its stunning views of the California coastline. Shoreline Park is also the home of the historic Rengstorff House, the oldest home in Mountain View. This 12-room, 3,955-square foot home was restored in 1991 and is open for public tours three days a week. When it’s time for a break, you can stop by the Lakeside CafĂ© to enjoy breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, or weekend brunch on the shores of Shoreline Lake.

Mariposa Park
Mariposa Park opened in 2012 as the City of Mountain View’s 37th park. Located at 305 Mariposa Avenue, this family-friendly park features a playground for children and a serene, comfortable setting for adults. The park is decorated throughout with a butterfly theme—the park’s grounds even look like butterfly wings when viewed from above. Throughout the park, you’ll find kiosks with information about the life cycle of the butterfly, providing children with a fun yet educational experience. The playground features both soft turf and sand, allowing young imaginations to run wild in this natural setting.


This spring, you can get out and enjoy the sunny weather at one or more of Mountain View’s amazing outdoor recreation areas. When it’s time to relax at home after a day of successful outdoor adventuring, you’ll love coming home to your stylish and spacious Carmel The Village Apartment. Our luxury apartments feature amazing appointments in the heart of a beautiful neighborhood with plenty of shopping and dining just outside your front door. You can visit us on the web to find out more about the benefits of living at Carmel The Village, including our eco-friendly building practices, greenspaces, and apartment amenities

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