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The Los Gatos Creek Trail is a really peaceful trail, great for young bikers or adults with bike trailers. The best route for child riders is to park at the Vasona County Park playground and then head northeast toward the dam. We've tried heading the other way (toward the mountains) and it is too dangerous for young kids as there is a steep cliff alongside the trail. Heading toward the dam, you will get a nice view of the lake, then once you head below the dam you can enjoy the peaceful sounds of the rushing water. My son really enjoyed exploring this trail himself. Once you've gone far enough, turn back around and head back to let your kids burn off more steam at the playground. Don't forget to save time for this: if the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad is running, go take a ride!
Bathrooms
Yes, several located throughout Vasona County Park
Playground
Yes
Kid transportation
Bike trailer, kids bike, or stroller.
Suggested Route
Park at the Vasona County Park playground, and hop on the trail which is right beside the playground. Head northeast, toward the lake/dam. Go as far as you desire on the Los Gatos Creek Trail then head back the way you came. Enjoy the playground and walk or ride over to Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad.
Difficulty
Easy (There is one hill near the dam.)
Parking Situation
Abundant
Entrance Fee
$6
Bonus
Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad!
Official Park Website
Vasona County Park: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/parkfinder/Pages/Vasona.aspx Los Gatos Creek Trail Map: https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/parkfinder/Documents/332563los-gatos.pdf Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad: https://bjwrr.org/
Date Updated
February 2019
