Coyote Creek Trail

Great trail for walking (leashed dogs allowed), running, biking and horseback riding. Great facilities at trail heads with restrooms and picnic areas. The open space offers beautiful tree groves, grassy fields, wild flowers, creek and wildlife abound.

This trail stretches quite a long way from San Francisco to Morgan Hill, about 27 miles. I enjoy biking it in south San Jose from around Hellyer to Bernal or Metcalf Road. It’s quiet and not overly busy most of the time. There is enough space for bikers in both directions.

I really like this trail for cycling, though it is somewhat piecemeal in its layout and you are likely to get your butt wet. The headwinds can be frustrating. There are one or two alternate routes that can make the trip more interesting when repeated numerous times. It is rarely very busy.

Its a nice trail that is open from sunrise to sunset. There is a parking lot about 4 blocks from the intersection where you can park then walk or jog. Hardly any foot traffic and always nice in the early afternoon.