Cottonwood Lake, Hellyer County Park
Cottonwood Lake, Hellyer County Park
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Cottonwood Lake, Hellyer County Park
Road cycling
4.7
(18)
Cycling
5.0
(11)
Mountain biking
5.0
(1)
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October 1, 2020
Road cycling
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99
riders
46.1km
02:30
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
5.0
(3)
76
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31.0km
01:33
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
5.0
(3)
51
riders
This easy 15.5-mile (25.0 km) road cycling loop, with a minimal 191 feet (58 metres) of elevation gain, offers a pleasant ride that takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. You'll cruise along the paved Coyote Creek Trail, enjoying views of ponds and potential birdlife near Ogier Ponds, before transitioning to the Odette Morrow Trail's shaded sections with mature oak trees and remnant orchards. It's an ideal route for a relaxed outing or a family ride, providing a scenic escape without significant physical demands.
The loop begins from Santa Teresa County Park, though it's important to note that while the park has extensive unpaved trails, this route specifically utilizes the paved sections suitable for road bikes. The Coyote Creek Trail is a multi-use path, perfect for a long, uninterrupted ride away from city traffic. The Odette Morrow Trail, being a fully paved, flat loop, is also a great spot for some easy training laps.
Both the Coyote Creek Trail and the Odette Morrow Trail are part of a larger network, with the Coyote Creek Trail being one of the longest paved trails in San Jose. It's even designated as part of the National Recreation Trail system and the Bay Area Ridge Trail system, highlighting its importance for regional connectivity. The ability to connect to other multi-use trails and parks, like Hellyer County Park, adds to the versatility and appeal for road cyclists in the area.
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Elevation 50 m
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