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Lexington Reservoir Overlook – Saint Josephs Hill summit loop from Los Gatos

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Lexington Reservoir Overlook – Saint Josephs Hill summit loop from Los Gatos

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Lexington Reservoir Overlook – Saint Josephs Hill summit loop from Los Gatos

01:07

11.8km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

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St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

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Start point

Bus stop

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4.60 km

Lexington Reservoir Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Get an elevated view of the 338 acre man-made Lexington Reservoir

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5.05 km

View of Los Gatos and Lexington Reservoir from St. Joseph's Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve serves as a scenic backdrop to the nearby town of Los Gato. It is a reserve that protects 273-acres of open space land on top of the 1,250-foot hill from which it takes its name. It is a classic wilderness area but it is busy with hikers, riders, equestrians and dog walkers. This is for a good reason as there is a wide variety of good trails in the area. When you are riding here, most of the trails are best done on a gravel bike or on decent touring tires.

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5.08 km

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Nestled near Los Gatos, St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve offers picturesque vistas of the town. Spanning 273 acres atop a 1,250-foot hill, this reserve boasts classic wilderness charm. Popular among cyclists, hikers, equestrians, and dog enthusiasts, it's a bustling hub for outdoor activity. Explore its diverse array of trails and discover why it's such a beloved destination.

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5.95 km

Saint Josephs Hill summit

Highlight • Summit

Saint Josephs Hill summit provides an overview across Los Gatos town down the Los Gatos Creek valley into Silicon Valley to the north, as well as south across the Lexington Reservoir up the Santa Cruz highway ridge.

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5.98 km

View of Silicon Valley from St. Joseph's Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

The summit of Saint Josephs Hill offers views of Los Gatos Creek valley into Silicon Valley and of the Lexington Reservoir. A couple benches and a fence mark the summit of the hill and serve as a good spot for a break while you take in the view.

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11.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

2.78 km

1.82 km

874 m

Surfaces

7.17 km

2.78 km

1.83 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Tuesday 1 September

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Lexington Reservoir Overlook – Saint Josephs Hill summit loop from Los Gatos

Lexington Reservoir Overlook

View of Los Gatos and Lexington Reservoir from St. Joseph's Hill

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

Saint Josephs Hill summit

View of Silicon Valley from St. Joseph's Hill

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