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California
3.2 mi
Distance
652 ft
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Why you'll love it
Government Canyon
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Government Canyon offers a scenic 3.16-mile loop through chaparral and oak woodland terrain in the foothills north of San Jose. This easy trail features moderate elevation gain with views of the surrounding ridges and seasonal wildflowers, making it an accessible option for families and casual hikers exploring the Santa Clara County open space.
Alder Creek
~5 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through woodland with gentle elevation gain.
Little Green Valley
~13 min drive
Easy 2.66-mile valley loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic meadow views.
Clark's Ranch
~13 min drive
Steep, high-elevation expert hike with extreme elevation gain near Clark's Ranch.
Aqueduct
~6 min drive
Historic 4.17-mile desert hike with 1,081 ft gain and scenic aqueduct views.
Heaps Peak Arboretum
~14 min drive
Easy 1-mile arboretum walk through diverse tree collections.
Wilson Creek
~15 min drive
Steep 4-mile creek-side hike with 2,452 ft gain in California backcountry.
Fisherman's
~16 min drive
Accessible 4.58-mile trail with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Glory Ridge
~15 min drive
Quick ridgeline hike with modest elevation gain and scenic views.
Oak Glen Divide
~15 min drive
Strenuous 13-mile ridgeline hike with 4,067 ft elevation gain.
Holcomb Crossing
~16 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile trail with moderate elevation gain near Holcomb Crossing.
