Join Wood y Collins and Judy Fenerty for a four- to six-mile moderately strenuous hik e through the new Rancho San Vicente addition to Calero County Park. Not ye t open to the public, Rancho San Vicente has significant serpentine grassla nds as well as oak savanna, chaparral and riparian areas and striking views of the Almaden Valley and Calero Reservoir.
We will be following ranch roa ds, some of which are rough, rocky and slippery, and we may go off-road to see some species. Elevations range from about 440 to 1,070 feet with some s hort steep grades and a cumulative elevation gain of around 1,000 ft. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. Much of the area has little or no shade. Dress in l ayers and bring plenty of water!
Santa Clara County Parks utilizes cattle g razing to control invasive grasses, so be aware that cattle may be present. The group must stay together and there are no restrooms or potable water o n the property.
Because this is a closed area, reservations are required an d the group will be limited to 20. To sign up and get directions, contact Judy Fen erty at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.< /span> (pr eferred), or (408) 655-3493.