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Gadwall by Tom Grey

Los Gatos Creek County Park and Oka Ponds (Los Gatos/Campbell)

The park contains six percolation ponds to explore. We may find several types of ducks and herons, plus Vaux's Swifts and Yellow Warblers. We will meet at the southern end of the park on Oka Road and wind our way north through the ponds.

Trip Difficulty: 2.5 miles, paved, gravel and packed-dirt trails, some shade

Other Trip Notes: Dress in layers and bring water and wear sunscreen

Leaders: Bob Bolles (650) 224-7410, Dori Faust (408) 489-9178

Beginner Friendly

Meet: park entrance at the end of Oka Ln

Directions: From CA-17 in Los Gatos, exit Lark Ave. Travel west then take the first right turn after the freeway onto Oka Rd. At the end of Oka Rd turn left onto W Mozart Ave then take the first right turn onto Oka Ln. Meet at the park entrance at the end of the road. Latitude/Longitude: 37.259952, -121.955597

Facilities: There is no bathroom at the meeting place. The bathroom is at the northern end of the park about 1 mile from the meeting place but is not open until 8 am

Parking Type and Fees: street parking

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