Local History, Wildflowers & Bikes!

Spend the morning mountain biking the trails while learning the history of this popular preserve, looking for wildlife, and admiring spring wildflowers with Docent Naturalists Linda Wegner, An Scharlaken, and Steve Crawford. This is an advanced-level ride with approximately 2,000 feet of climbing. The route covers several trails, including the Toyon, Seven Springs Loop, and Woodhills Loop, as well as climbs to Maisie’s Peak, Hunter’s Point, and Nob Hill. Experience with riding both single track and fire roads is required. Bring a power snack to fuel your climb. (Note: The parking area fills quickly; please arrive early.) Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after April 4 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close April 17 at 2:00 p.m.

Meet at the Prospect Parking Area on Prospect Road in Cupertino.  Exit Highway 85 at De Anza Boulevard.  (From northbound 85 turn left on De Anza Blvd. and from southbound 85 turn right on De Anza Blvd.)  Travel on De Anza Blvd. (toward the mountains) for about 0.5 miles.  Turn right on Prospect Rd.  At the first stop sign, turn left and cross the railroad tracks to remain on Prospect Rd. Follow Prospect Rd. for 1.3 miles, turning left after the Saratoga Country Club, until you reach the preserve parking lot. 

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