When visiting the San Francisco Bay Area for a major event, whether it’s the Super Bowl or the FIFA World Cup, or something else entirely – it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement and forget to explore what else the region has to offer. Santa Clara County and the Greater Bay Area are packed with incredible outdoor escapes just a short drive from Levi’s Stadium. If you’d like to take a break from the roaring crowds and traffic, we’ve compiled a helpful guide highlighting some of our favorite local hikes and nature spots to help you make the most of your trip beyond the big game. So if…
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Mount Umunhum & The Tower of Doom, San Jose, CA
What is that ominous-looking cube on the mountain in South San Jose? Perched atop Mount Umunhum (pronounced: oom-un-hum), a mysterious concrete cube stands watch, overlooking Silicon Valley. If you’ve ever wondered about the “Tower of Doom” as we’ve been lovingly calling it, you’re not alone. Locals also refer to it as “the Cube” or “the Box”. But whatever you want to call it, we were determined to see what it was! After a little snooping around, we found the road that leads to the site, so we hopped in the car and ventured to the summit of Mount Umunhum to uncover its mysterious secret. What to see once you’re on…
