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Townsend's Warbler Susan Cheung

Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve

Located 3 miles south of Los Gatos, Bear Creek Redwoods is a preserve of second-growth redwoods, Douglas firs, madrones and oaks. We’ll explore the short, easy-access, interpretive trail that circumnavigates a small pond and check out the area around the historic buildings of Alma College before taking an optional short uphill hike into the forest. Possible birds include Hooded Merganser, Belted Kingfisher, Townsend’s Warbler and Band-tailed Pigeon.

Trip Difficulty: 1 mile paved accessible trails with little to no elevation gain, optional 1 mile hike up steep dirt trail

Leaders: Eve Meier (408) 569-9391 and John Harshman (408) 406-4733

Family Friendly Ages 10 and up, Stroller Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible

Meet: Preserve Parking Lot

Directions: Take Hwy. 17 to Bear Creek Road, opposite Lexington Reservoir. When going south (toward the ocean), go under the overpass, the road curves right onto Bear Creek Road. Turn left at the stop sign. When going north (toward Los Gatos), take the overpass. From the stop sign, drive 1 mile. The parking area is on the left Latitude/Longitude: 37.182813, -122.004199.

Facilities: ADA accessible pit toilet, cell phone service

Parking Type and Fees: paved parking lot, ADA compliant spots

Banner Photo: Townsend's Warbler Susan Cheung

Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvas.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.