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Los Gatos Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 75 Google reviews · Running trail in San Jose, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Los Gatos Trail'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 spot for dog walkers, hikers, runners and bikers featuring paved paths and creekside treks.
What runners say about Los Gatos Trail
“Well maintained urban trail with little elevation.”
“The negativity is undeserved - it's a picturesque and very green oasis for runners and dog walkers.”
“This place is breathtaking I do 20 to 25 mile bike rides here every day it is awesome for dog walking, therapy just some good solitude especially in today's circumstances.”
Good place for bike .when you bike up and down path. Not high so it great. Good view. I spend one hour and half on bike but this not finish the trails.
I love, love...love... this place! 💕 it's beautiful are year round. an awesome place to get your excersise 💪🚴 in wether bicycling, hiking or simply a fast walk. Also, a place to chill 🧘 and enjoy nature🏞️🌄🦮🐿️🦆
Great trail to bike with young children. Goes all the way through and south of Vasona Lake Park.
This place is breathtaking I do 20 to 25 mile bike rides here every day it is awesome for dog walking, therapy just some good solitude especially in today's circumstances.
Trail conditions & character
“The negativity is undeserved - it's a picturesque and very green oasis for runners and dog walkers.”
“Also, it is mostly paved and therefore not ideal for runners - but you can have a great time if you are biking there.”
“This place is breathtaking I do 20 to 25 mile bike rides here every day it is awesome for dog walking, therapy just some good solitude especially in today's circumstances.”
Plan your run at Los Gatos Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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