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United States
California
Santa Clara County
San Jose

Piedmont Ponds – Upper Penitencia Creek loop from Penitencia Creek

Routes
United States
California
Santa Clara County
San Jose

Piedmont Ponds – Upper Penitencia Creek loop from Penitencia Creek

Moderate

4.9

(4345)

16,211

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Piedmont Ponds – Upper Penitencia Creek loop from Penitencia Creek

00:51

11.8km

160m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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532 m

Piedmont Ponds

Highlight • Lake

The Piedmont Ponds on the Penitencia Creek Trail are a collection of small ponds in San José just off this popular multi-use path. This is a nice spot to begin …

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2

2.23 km

Alum Rock Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Alum Rock Park is open 8am to a half-hour after sunset. This 720 acre park is home to a whole host of outdoor activities including running, hiking, equestrian sports, and …

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3

3.59 km

Upper Penitencia Creek

Highlight • River

You can find free parking and restrooms by the side of the creek. From here you have the option of many different hilly but nontechnical trails up to Eagle Rock, Inspiration Point, Boccardo, or along the creek side.

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4

3.59 km

Alum Rock — Upper Penitencia Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Upper Penitencia Creek Trail runs through Alum Rock Park and connects to many of the area's trails. The trail itself is an easy gravel ride for beginners and kids, but many of the adjoining trails are more challenging.

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5

8.98 km

Alum Rock Park - Penitencia Creek Road entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

Alum Rock Park is one of California’s oldest municipal parks, it was founded in 1872.

This is the main entrance to the park with parking and facilities.

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6

9.98 km

Penitencia (Gross) Ponds

Highlight • Structure

Visitors to the Penitencia Creek Trail can view the water-filled Dr. Robert W. Gross Recharge Ponds. These ponds, part of a system designed to recharge underground aquifers, are crucial for …

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11.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.08 km

3.52 km

1.68 km

333 m

126 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.20 km

3.76 km

1.57 km

285 m

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