Ready to hit the trails? Thanks to our friends at AllTrails, we’ve got the scoop on the very best kid-friendly hikes in the San Jose area—they’re perfect for your budding nature lovers. Keep reading for all the details for trails from Lake Cunningham to the Baylands.
Lake Cunningham
Lake Cunningham is a 2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near San Jose, California and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips.
Distance: 2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Eagle Rock Loop
Eagle Rock Loop is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near San Jose, California that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking.
Distance: 4.1 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Montgomery Hill
Montgomery Hill is a 1.6 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near San Jose, California that offers scenic views. The trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking, walking, and running.
Distance: 1.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Grant and McCreery Lake via Yerba Buena Trail
Grant and McCreery Lake via Yerba Buena Trail is a 2.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Mount Hamilton, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching.
Distance: 2.7 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Hidden Lake Foot Path
Hidden Lake Foot Path is a 0.4 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Milpitas, California that features a lake. The trail is good for all skill levels and offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Distance: 0.4 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Guadalupe Oak Grove Park Loop
Guadalupe Oak Grove Park Loop is a 1 mile loop trail located near San Jose, California. The trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips.
Distance: 1 mile
Difficulty: Easy
Baylands Bike Path Loop
Baylands Bike Path Loop is a 1.2 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Sunnyvale, California that offers scenic views. The trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for walking, running, nature trips, and bird watching.
Distance: 1.2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Spring Valley Trail
Spring Valley Trail is a 2.3 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Milpitas, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, bird watching, and horses. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Note: This trail is currently closed until further notice due to a landslide.
Distance: 2.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Santa Teresa Mine Loop
Santa Teresa Mine Loop is a 1.9 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near San Jose, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and running.
Distance: 1.9 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Penitencia Creek Trail
Penitencia Creek Trail is a 3.5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near San Jose, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
Distance: 3.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
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