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 View of the road from Mt.
Hamilton by Anthro
Be sure to bring plenty of water & food since there are no services throughout the journey.
bike, pump, helmet, water & whatever else you would use. Leave a Comment Theme: BikingDirections: Take Alum Rock Ave (82) all the way up towards the East Foothills. Near the top, there is a turn off for Mt. Hamilton Rd. Turn right and continue the road 24 miles to the top.
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 San Jose Sharks by ATXtraveler
The stadium is accessible by the light rail or taxi, unless of course you have a rental car... which will cost you a pretty penny in parking. The best bet is to take the free Sharks Shuttle bus from downtown. Leave a Comment
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 View of the Lake by Anthro
There are no parking or lake-use fees currently, but with budget cuts, that might change in the future. There is a boat launch area when the water levels aren't too low, otherwise, you'll have to carry your vessel for a little ways. Bring plenty of water as there are only portable toilets. Leave a Comment Theme: Kayaking/CanoeingAddress: Off Hwy 17 South to Old Alma Bridge RoadDirections: If you're coming from San Jose, get off on Alma Bridge Road. Follow the signs back over the freeway to the resevoir & dam. There is one main road that leads to the parking area. Can't miss it!Website: www.parkhere.org Other Contact: www.gooutsideandplay.org
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 by venteeocho
Vasona Lake is open for non-power boating year round. Paddle boats and row boats are available for rental from early spring through early fall. The lake also offers fishing for Black Bass, Crappie, Catfish and Blue Gill. Public boat storage is available for a fee and a launch ramp is provided.
The Youth Science Institute, located at the park''s north end, offers programs and outings which interpret science and inspire an appreciation for the natural environment. Behind YSI, visitors can find solitude while hiking the Viola Anderson Native Plant Trail.
Adjacent to Vasona Park is the Town of Los Gatos'' Oak Meadow Park. Here, visitors can ride a carousel, picnic, play informal sports, or enjoy the playground. Miniature train rides on the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad originate in Oak Meadow and run through Vasona Park.
Hikers, runners, bicyclists, and skaters enjoy the Los Gatos Creek multiple use trail which begins at Lexington Reservoir and follows the Los Gatos Creek for nearly 14 miles through the Town of Los Gatos, Vasona Lake County Park, Los Gatos Creek County Park, and the cities of Campbell and San Jose.
Call boxes are located along the trail. Dogs are welcome on a leash and owners are expected to pick up droppings. Free disposable scoopers are available.
At the midpoint of the trail is Los Gatos Creek County Park, an 80-acre urban park encompassing six percolation ponds. The northernmost pond is used for fishing and non-power boating. This pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout from November through April. Black Bass, Catfish, Blue Gill, Crappie and Carp are also caught in the pond. The middle pond is designated for model boaters. The remaining ponds offer visitors the opportunity to view many types of water fowl. Please note that feeding water fowl is restricted; see Waterfowl Management for more information. Casting ponds are also available, open to the public daily from 8:00 a.m. to sunset for fly and plug casting. Targets are available for accuracy practice. No hooks or dogs allowed within the casting area. Use caution when walking in the "back cast" area. Leave a Comment
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 I tried it, but it was a
challenge! by Anthro
Bring your own rock climbing shoes or you can rent theirs for $4. They stink like bowling shoes though!
Bring comfortable clothing and some quarters for their lockers in case you bring extra stuff. Or, you can just place it on the side near the pads. Leave a Comment Theme: ClimbingAddress: Between 1st & 2nd, near Fairmont HotelDirections: You can take the light rail to Paseo de San Antonio station. Turn towards the East. It's near Pinnacle gym, Starbuck's, and Camera 12 Theaters.Website: www.touchstone.com
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 by venteeocho
This park in San Jose's eastern foothills is highlighted by the constant flow of Penitencia Creek. Some vigorous legwork is rewarded with exceptional views of the valley. Leave a Comment
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 A Sharks player by MDH
If you're in San Jose, by all means try and see if you can get some Shark tickets. Although the majority of the crowds aren't from the East Coast or is Canadian, you'll be surprised by some of the downright passion people have for the Sharks here in Northern California. Sharks fans especially get rallied up when the much hated (and feared) Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs are in town.
The Sharks play at the Hewlett Packard Pavillion in downtown, which is affectionately known by the locals as "the Shark Tank."
Around the Shark Tank, you'll find places dedicated to hockey equipment. However, hockey has yet to claim the dominant fanbase, as basketball, baseball and football are much more popular in the Bay Area. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: 525 W. Santa Clara St.Phone: 408-998-TIXSDirections: Take I-280 south near downtown and exit onto Highway 87 north. Take 87 past downtown and go onto the Santa Clara St. exit. At the light, turn left.Website: http://www.sj-sharks.com/ Other Contact: http://www.hppsj.com/
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 by cwest03Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: 525 W. San Carlos St, San JosePhone: 408-287-9200Directions: Downtown San Jose on W. San Carlos Street.Website: http://www.sj-arena.com/
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