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Eagle Rock
4.7 ★★★★★ 187 Google reviews · Running trail in San Jose, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 4 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Eagle Rock's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Popular park featuring a hiking trail with scenic views of San Jose.
What runners say about Eagle Rock
“) Easy parking near the trailhead and a lovely picnic area at the top A true hidden gem in East San José its perfect for recharging with fresh air and scenic views!”
“Not crowded place, especially on week days.”
“The trail is family-friendly and well-maintained, perfect for morning or evening outings.”
Excellent beginners hike with STUNNING views of the southern Bay Area. There is ample free parking at the base of the trail. Restrooms and picnic, BBQ areas as well. Park rangers provide good security here. Details regarding the hike and viewpoint follow: It’s approximately 3/4 of a mile uphill with a steep climb.
We hiked the Eagle rock view point over the thanksgiving break walking all the way from the alum rock first parking lot to the hill top. If you happen to park at the eagle rock parking lot, it is an easy 3/4 mile hike. We had a lot of fun hiking up with our 3 and 9 year olds.
Parks and Rec held a sunset hike. We saw a scorpion and Jupiter was visible. The staff escorting us up to eagle rock were knowledgeable and lovely. Looking forward to more sunset hikes through the park! Wear mosquito repellant!! I got so bit up! Wear hiking shoes if possible lots of gravel and dry loose dirt.
One of the vista points inside Alum Rock Park. Not too far away from the park entrance. I’d say it’s an easy hike. Saw quite a few Turkey Vultures while I was there. On my way up, also saw a few California Scrub Jays. Views of San Jose are of course nice.
Trail conditions & character
“Eagle Rock at Alum Rock Park is a hidden gem right here in San Jose, an easy-to-moderate hike rewarded by sweeping views of the South Bay and Silicon Valley.”
“) Easy parking near the trailhead and a lovely picnic area at the top A true hidden gem in East San José its perfect for recharging with fresh air and scenic views!”
“We hiked the Eagle rock view point over the thanksgiving break walking all the way from the alum rock first parking lot to the hill top.”
“Not crowded place, especially on week days.”
“The short climb up the North Rim or loop trail gets your heart pumping, but the payoff at the summit is absolutely worth it.”
“Totally worth a short hike from any nearest (free) parking lot, nice San Jose view, even better with light clouds!”
Plan your run at Eagle Rock
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Loop distance4 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Phone+1 408-259-5477
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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