Old Santa Cruz Highway – Lexington Reservoir loop from Summit

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Old Santa Cruz Highway – Lexington Reservoir loop from Summit

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3.1

(18)

riders

Old Santa Cruz Highway – Lexington Reservoir loop from Summit

02:05

28.7km

600m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Upper Los Gatos Creek Watershed Reserve

Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve

Lexington Reservoir County Park

Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.17 km

Old Santa Cruz Highway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Amazing descent. Just the right incline do go fast without breaking. Bring lights, it’s dark among the trees, though there are few cars.

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12.4 km

Douglas B. Miller Memorial Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

An excellent spot to take a break and enjoy the full breath of Lexington Reservoir. There is a Plaque dedicated to deputy Douglas B. Miller, who was fatally wounded while performing his duties.

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14.5 km

Lexington Reservoir County Park

Highlight • Lake

Lexington Reservoir County Park is 950 acres, and home to the Lexington Reservoir. It's a short drive from the urban area of the Town of Los Gatos. The reservoir and …

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14.5 km

James J. Lenihan Dam

Highlight • Monument

From the top of the dam you get splendid views out across Lexington Reservoir. To the north you overlook the winding end of the Los Gatos Creek Trail, which connects …

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14.6 km

Lexington Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This is the third-largest reservoir in Santa Clara County. It sits at the foot of the Santa Cruz Mountains.

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15.4 km

Lexington Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Lexington Reservoir County Park is a beautiful and scenic 914-acre park and reservoir just minutes from the Silicon Valley urban centers of Santa Clara County. The park includes the 475 …

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19.7 km