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Santa Clara County
Los Gatos

James J. Lenihan Dam – Lexington Reservoir loop from Los Gatos

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Mountain biking trails
United States
California
Santa Clara County
Los Gatos

James J. Lenihan Dam – Lexington Reservoir loop from Los Gatos

Moderate

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James J. Lenihan Dam – Lexington Reservoir loop from Los Gatos

02:34

24.9km

840m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: December 12, 2025

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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

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Start point

Parking

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1

20 m

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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2

3.16 km

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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3

6.95 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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4

7.84 km

Lexington Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Lexington Reservoir County Park is a beautiful and scenic 914-acre park and reservoir just minutes from the Silicon Valley urban centers of Santa Clara County. The park includes the 475 …

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5

11.8 km

El Sereno Open Space Preserve (Closed areas)

Nature Reserve

6

16.2 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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7

17.9 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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24.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.7 km

9.22 km

1.40 km

341 m

195 m

134 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.97 km

6.89 km

4.05 km

2.94 km

2.92 km

189 m

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