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Heintz Open Space
4.6 ★★★★★ 229 Google reviews · Running trail in Los Gatos, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Heintz Open Space'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.
A wooded park with hiking & biking trails, attracting a range of wildlife & birds.
What runners say about Heintz Open Space
“Trails were well maintained and with biker trails available as well.”
“If you turn left onto Valley View after the shelter on the right about 15 minutes up there is a great view of Silicon Valley.”
“Convenient, partly shaded trail with beautiful views of the South Bay.”
“The rolling hills and lush greenery add to the serene experience.”
“Recommended for families, kids, elderly, dogs are welcome, and sit around very friendly community.”
Wonderful open space for a short hike with kids. Super close to Blossom Hill Road and even connects to Belgatos Park. There are great views of the Bay Area and a small shelter/picnic spot. Fun to explore and watch animals!
This was a great spot to bring my pups and get a sweat going! The network of trails vary in difficulty and pitch. Tucked away just outside of Los Gatos it’s easy to access. Very limited parking, however. Trails were well maintained and with biker trails available as well.
This Preserve offers moderately challenging paths. There is a mix of shady places and open vistas. The rolling hills and lush greenery add to the serene experience. On a March morning, we were greeted by crisp cold air. Paw-tested by our pup!
Close to suburbia but has a surprising amount of wildlife. So far I've seen gophers, chipmunks, rabbits deer, gopher snakes, 3 kinds of lizard, quail and turkey. Even a deer killed by what I assume was a mountain lion. Park essentially consists of 2 walks, both involving shortish but sharp climbs.
Trail conditions & character
“If you turn left onto Valley View after the shelter on the right about 15 minutes up there is a great view of Silicon Valley.”
“There is a steep incline at the start of the trails but well worth it for the exercise and views.”
“Recommended for families, kids, elderly, dogs are welcome, and sit around very friendly community.”
“Convenient, partly shaded trail with beautiful views of the South Bay.”
“The rolling hills and lush greenery add to the serene experience.”
“While the trail up to the Skyline/Valley View junction is double track/fire road, the Skyline/ Valley view are wide singletrack.”
Plan your run at Heintz Open Space
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitelosgatosca.gov
- Phone(408) 399-5770
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Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7:30 PM |
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