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Saint Josephs Hill summit – James J. Lenihan Dam loop from Oak Meadow

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Saint Josephs Hill summit – James J. Lenihan Dam loop from Oak Meadow

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3.2

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Saint Josephs Hill summit – James J. Lenihan Dam loop from Oak Meadow

02:44

28.3km

860m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Upper Los Gatos Creek Watershed Reserve

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

Lexington Reservoir County Park

El Sereno Open Space Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.18 km

Forbes Mill Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

Forbes Mill Museum, housed in a two-story building of the original 1854 flour mill, offers a glimpse into Los Gatos' history. Built by James Alexander Forbes as California's first commercial …

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6.19 km

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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7.07 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 …

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8.72 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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13.5 km

El Sereno Open Space Preserve (Closed areas)

Nature Reserve

18.0 km

Aquinas Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

For mountain bikers, this trail winds through a hillside dotted with abundant wildflowers. Enjoy stunning vistas of the South Bay area as you ride. It's recommended to begin your ride …

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19.6 km

El Sereno Open Space Preserve

Highlight • Forest

El Sereno Preserve is named after the Mount El Sereno sitting at an elevation of 2,500 feet. This area gives rewarding views of the cities of Saratoga and the western …

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28.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.1 km

9.53 km

4.38 km

1.24 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

6.66 km

4.53 km

4.30 km

2.00 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Friday 10 July

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Saint Josephs Hill summit – James J. Lenihan Dam loop from Oak Meadow

Forbes Mill Museum