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Kennedy Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · Running trail in Los Gatos, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Kennedy Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about Kennedy Trail
Steep but pleasant hike. It is a long trail, you'd need 3-4 hrs for slow pace. For trail runners: Continues uphill can slow you down so plan accordingly.
Beautiful trail for hiking, & mountain biking. Not very technical but steep.
This trail is one of my favorites. Hike or bike does it. Pure uphill until the end. Save energy for the last section. Amazing views of Los Gatos or San Jose. Every Thanksgiving Day hundreds of people get together at the top to celebrate.
Plan your run at Kennedy Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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