Explore this limited access Open Space Preserve for migrants and waterfowl. Property includes four small ponds and pine-oak woodland. Easy 1.5 mile loop with a few easy slopes, can be rocky in spots.
Meet: gate at property entrance
Dani Christensen, (408) 781-5530
Family friendly, kids ages 10+
Beginner friendly
Google Plus Code: “37RJ+G4 Morgan Hill, California” (paste code, city, and state into Google maps)
Directions: From US-101, exit Bailey Ave. Continue west on Bailey Ave for 3 miles, then turn left on McKean Rd. After 2.4 miles, McKean becomes Uvas Rd. Continue on Uvas for 5.2 miles. The entrance to the property is on your right, at the gate marked UC01, about 1 mile after the road crosses Uvas Creek.
Facilities: porta potty, no water, cell coverage may be intermittent or non-existent
Parking fees: No
For all trips: Contact the trip leader or email scvasfieldtrips@gmail.com with questions. Beginners welcome. Heavy rain cancels. Carpool if possible. Bring binoculars. No unaccompanied minors.
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