Mike G.
5/1/2017
It is a good, short and narrow trail, there are some up and downhills, but nothing too strenuous. I'm not sure what the exact length is, because I didn't realize my GPS froze halfway through, but...
Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve
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[27494 - 27498] Big Basin Way
Los Gatos, CA 95033
Sierra Azul Preserve, managed by Midpen, spans over 19,000 acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains, showcasing a diverse landscape that includes serpentine grasslands, dense woodlands, and seasonal water flow. The preserve features multiuse trails for hiking, biking, dog walking, and horseback riding, providing visitors with stunning views of the surrounding regions, including the iconic Mount Umunhum peak.
Rich in history, Sierra Azul has long been a site of human habitation, from Native American traditions to settlements by European refugees and military use in the Cold War. It is home to various wildlife, including mountain lions, deer, and bobcats, and is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and ecosystems of the area while offering public access to its scenic trails.
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Sunil R.
7/29/2025
This is a decent trail. This one hugs the road, so it does not feel like you are away, plus getting to it from the parking lot was like playing Crossy Road, except you are the bird avoiding...
Anson W.
2/17/2013
Know that deer in the headlights look, right before the deer gets impaled by an unsuspecting motorist? Don't be that deer. Look both ways before crossing the street. Why do I say that? Because of...
Carmen V.
10/20/2017
Too noisy, the trail we took was running in parallel to the road, and that is a road frequently used by motorcyclists. Not the idyllic hike for me with so much brrrrm brrmmm and also so many...
Tim S.
2/24/2021
I went back there again, like an idiot, there were even more bikers this time!!. I've since discovered that only a limited number of trails are open for mt bikes. Oddly There are no bike-only...
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