Join KevinB for another One Brick hikes in Santa Teresa!

 

Getting some Vitamin D and exercise!

We will meet at the entrance to Bernal Gulnac Joice Ranch on Manila Drive, there is plenty of street parking. Please arrive at 8:50am we will leave promptly at 9am.

 

HOW TO GET THERE: From CA-85 in San Jose, take the Cottle road exit to the south. Drive past Santa Teresa Boulevard toward the hills. Turn left onto Curie drive, then right onto Camino Verde drive and shortly left to Manila drive. Park along the street.

 

The route planned is roughly 5.5 miles and total elevation change is about 1100 ft. About 70% of the elevation gain is in the first mile, after that the trail is undulating. There is little cover on the trail, so take into account weather conditions, sunscreen, water etc, much of the trail has loose stones and gravel so wear shoes/boots with good grip. From the top there are some good views South towards Morgan Hill, and to the North, the South Bay and San Jose. 

 

I estimate that the hike will take about 2.5 to 3 hours depending on stops. Be sure to bring plenty of water, sunscreen, snacks, hiking poles (optional) and wear good hiking shoes.

 

There is an abundance of restrooms, at the start and finish of the hike, and at the midway point.