Coyote Valley Conservation Area

Santa Clara County, California · Open Space Preserve

A ~17,200-acre open space conservation area at the southern edge of San José, nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and Diablo Range. Managed by the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority, it offers hiking, biking, and equestrian trails while serving as a critical wildlife linkage corridor.

Top trails

• Arrowhead Loop Trail — 3.9 mi loop

Visiting

Fees — General Admission: $0, Vehicle Parking: $0, Horse Trailer Parking: $0.

Parking: Trailer parking is available but requires a reservation through the Authority's Reservations & Permits page. No parking is permitted along Palm Ave; 15–20 minute waits are possible on busy weekends.. No dogs. Phone: (408) 224-7476.

Coordinates: 39.2547, -123.2089. Official website.

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