A Visit To Construction 129

While visiting  San Francisco, we drove over to Construction 129, a WW2 era fortress that was never fully completed. It's now a park where you can tour what would have been the highest artillery battery in the bay area.

After walking through the tunnel, you arrive at one of the gun placements. This was to be the mounting place for one of the two 16 inch guns.

We then walked up the hill to the mountaintop above the bunker.  The views are stunning.

There are also lookouts and more placements for smaller guns.

You can see down to the parking area.  It was full the entire time we were there with many waiting for a space.

Some of the fortress is underground and not accessible to the public, but there is still lots to see. Here's an old plan showing some of the under ground area you can not access.  Though, the main large tunnels to the guns are open.

A Visit To Casa De Fruta

When traveling from Los Angeles to San Jose, the quickest route is to travel up the 5 freeway and then cross over to the 101 freeway at San Luis Reservoir (Highway 152) and take the Pacheco Pass.  It's a scenic drive and a nice break from the monotony of Interstate 5. When taking this route, there is a nice stop along the way at Casa De Fruta.

Although not a quick stop, it's nice if you want to take a break, have a snack, and walk around for a while.  There's a playground for the kids with plenty of things to climb on.

If you don't mind spending a few dollars, there is also a train and carousesl to ride.

If you just want to walk and stretch, there's a nice pond with peacocks and ducks wandering around. 

Of course, if you are looking for a snack, there are multiple shops with fruits, wine, chocolate, and coffee.  I found the prices to be a bit high, but that comes with the territory on theses tourist spots.  Here Ben and Hanna picking out some pineapple. 

Hanna liked the old truck.

Sarah and Emily picked out dried apples and Kiwi. 

Once you have found our favorite munches, there are tables outside to sit and snack. Once everyone had time to much we headed back on our way.