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Hermit Thrush by Sarah Chan

Field Trip: Calero Creek Tail (San Jose)

This flat dirt trail runs alongside the base of the Santa Teresa Foothills passing through grasslands, chaparral, riparian habitat, and an old orchard. Possible birds include Wrentit, California Thrasher, Rufous-crowned Sparrow, Lincoln Sparrow, and Ruby-crowned Kinglet. There’s a log trail barrier at the trailhead that may be difficult to step over for some.

Trip Difficulty: 3 miles, packed-dirt trails, muddy or possibly muddy after rain, rocky trails, uneven or rutted trails, little or no elevation gain, trail barrier that you must step over, some shade

Other Trip Notes: Wear sturdy, waterproof shoes. Trails may be muddy, rutted. The trail crosses a creek. There is no bathroom or water. Number of attendees is limited due to limited space on trail and to avoid bicycles on the trail.

Leaders: Ryan Ludman (248) 719-1331

No minors, No elevation gain, Intermediate Level Birding, Advanced Birding

Meet: Calero Creek Trail entrance at Harry Road 

Directions: From CA-85 in San Jose, exit Almaden Expy south. Drive south for about 5 miles, turn left onto Harry Road. Drive 0.4 miles. The trail entrance will be on your right just past the creek. Latitude/Longitude: 37.207263, -121.823664

Facilities: No Toilets, cell coverage may be intermittent or non-existent

Parking Type and Fees: street parking

Banner Photo: Hermit Thrush by Sarah Chan

Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.