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The Best Hiking in San Jose

Looking for the best hiking in San Jose? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around San Jose. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top hiking spots in and near San Jose

  • San Jose, California

    Coyote Creek Parkway and Hellyer County Park

    5.89 mi / 190 ft gain
    Coyote Creek Parkway and Hellyer County Park is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near San Jose, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Martial Cottle Park Loop

    2.42 mi / 33 ft gain
    Martial Cottle Park Loop is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to see wildlife located near San Jose, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Guadalupe Oak Grove Park Loop

    0.99 mi / 174 ft gain
    Guadalupe Oak Grove Park Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near San Jose, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Montgomery Hill

    1.61 mi / 180 ft gain
    Montgomery Hill is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near San Jose, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Guadalupe Oak Grove Park

    3.66 mi / 200 ft gain
    Guadalupe Oak Grove Park is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near San Jose, California.
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  • Campbell, California

    Los Gatos Creek Trail: Campbell Park to Meridian Avenue

    2.41 mi / 49 ft gain
    Los Gatos Creek Trail: Campbell Park to Meridian Avenue is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Campbell, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Explore Santa Teresa County Park

    4.5
    8.3 mi / 2053 ft gain
    The Santa Teresa County Park loop is perfect for wildlife viewing! Be ready to see deer, coyote, hawks, turkeys, pigs and cows. The trail is rated as moderate - be cautious with mud if you are visiting the park after a rain shower. Dogs are allowed in the park, but must be kept on leash.  There i...
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  • San Jose, California

    Santa Teresa County Park Trail Loop

    8.23 mi / 1841 ft gain
    Santa Teresa County Park Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near San Jose, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Bernal Hill and Vista Loop Trail

    3.05 mi / 778 ft gain
    Bernal Hill and Vista Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near San Jose, California.
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  • Campbell, California

    Los Gatos Creek Trail: Camden Ponds to Vasona Reservoir

    5.33 mi / 236 ft gain
    Los Gatos Creek Trail: Camden Ponds to Vasona Reservoir is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Campbell, California.
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  • Los Gatos, California

    Belgatos Park Loop

    2.09 mi / 469 ft gain
    Belgatos Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Los Gatos, California.
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  • Los Gatos, California

    Santa Rosa Trail

    1.78 mi / 446 ft gain
    Santa Rosa Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Los Gatos, California.
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  • Los Gatos, California

    Belgatos Park Ridge Trail

    1.02 mi / 177 ft gain
    Belgatos Park Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Los Gatos, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Calero Creek Trail and Mine Trail

    7.42 mi / 719 ft gain
    Calero Creek Trail and Mine Trail is a loop trail that is moderately difficult located near New Almaden, California.
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  • San Jose, California

    Hike the Quicksilver Trail

    4.3
    5.1 mi / 915 ft gain
    The trails are well maintained and offer good visibility. The trail can be muddy after it rains, and does not have much shade (so bring extra water in the summer).  Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife - this trail is frequently used for bir...
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  • San Jose, California

    Quicksilver Trail

    4.9 mi / 767 ft gain
    Quicksilver Trail Is a loop trail that is moderately difficult located near San Jose, California
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