The Top 20 Lakes around San Jose
Looking to visit the best lakes around San Jose? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of San Jose’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 6, 2025
Los Gatos Creek trail runs through Oak Meadow Park and Vasona Park. Attractions in this pair of parks include the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad and a T33 airplane that kids …
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The Bay Trail is a flat and picturesque paved path around the wetlands of Shoreline Lake Park. The trail can be crowded on weekends, and there is not a lot …
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Stevens Creek Reservoir spans 87 acres and is surrounded by a 1,063-acre park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, and limited fishing. Seasonal boating for low-power boats is available …
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Nice ten mile segment climbing out of Milpitas away from development into the rural Calaveras Valley. Interesting to see the rebuilt Calaveras Dam, completed after a nine year seismic retrofit in 2019.
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Alviso Marina County Park, located along Alviso Slough, serves as the gateway to the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This 20.6-acre park offers opertunities for hiking, biking, …
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