Gilroy, California
Gilroy, California is a great place to explore the outdoors. From scenic trails to must-visit attractions, there is something for everyone. Popular attractions in and near the area include Gilroy Gardens and Uvas Canyon County Park. For more outdoor adventures, try the Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park and Coyote Creek Trail. No matter what your outdoor interests are, Gilroy, California has something for you.
Top Spots in and near Gilroy
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Pescadero, California
Exploring Big Sur to Pigeon Point
We started off in Big Sur and took as many pull-off viewpoints as possible between Big Sur and the final destination, Pigeon Point Lighthouse. The weather was foggy in some spots but would open up to reveal the vast Pacific Ocean and sun in others. The weather was mild for us but we're familiar w...Read more -
Woodside, California
Hike through Wunderlich County Park
5.04.5 mi / 1400 ft gainLocated in the iconic Silicon Valley town of Woodside, Wunderlich County Park offers a number of hiking trails as well as some horseback riding trails through the wilderness. Once in the parking lot, you will see a number of stables, riding ring, as well as a beautiful historic stable that was o...Read more -
Monterey, California
Bixby Bridge
4.7You can't miss this bridge if you are driving north on highway one. The best time for capturing sunsets behind the bridge is December. The positioning of the sun will better coincide with the location of the bridge.There are four main angles to capture the bridge: The first two are up close on ...Read more -
Pescadero, California
Catch a Sunset at Bean Hollow State Beach
5.0There are a bunch of places to photograph this beach if you head north on the trail that runs along the beach.There is parking at the beach but it can fill up quickly!The only warning you need is about the tide. Make sure you are watching it the entire time because it can creep up on you and will...Read more -
Redwood City, California
Hike or Bike the Old Growth Redwood Loop at El Corte de Madera
4.48.8 mi / 1900 ft gainThis hike starts at the middle parking lot of the El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve. The middle lot is located roughly a mile south on Skyline Boulevard from the Skeggs Point Vista. From the parking lot, take the Methuselah Trail for 0.3 miles until you reach the Timberview Trail. Take this ...Read more -
Pleasanton, California
Courdet Trail and Schuhart Trail
5.24 mi / 1122 ft gainThis is a 5+ mile out and back trail through the hills in the South Bay. The beginning of the hike has a steeper incline and then becomes more gradual later on. There is a beautiful views of the South Bay that are enjoyable in the day, but are fantastic in the evening. Some areas of the trail hav...Read more -
Redwood City, California
Hike the Crystal Springs Trail Loop
5.6 mi / 1300 ft gainThis is a great hike for any season of the year, with rushing streams during the winter, wildflowers in the spring, and cool, shaded canyons during the summer. Starting from near the Zwierlein Picnic area, take the Crystal Springs to the left into the redwood forest. Stay straight at the next tra...Read more
