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Lark Sparrow by Brooke Miller

Field Trip: North Coyote Valley (San Jose)

This event made possible by Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority.

The North Coyote Valley Conservation Area, normally closed to the public, is nestled in the rich oak savanna landscape along Santa Teresa Blvd just north of Bailey Road. It is an important anchor for this fragile habitat and home to a number of important bird species. You can look forward to seeing signature species of Santa Clara's mid-county area including Yellow-billed Magpie, Lark Sparrow, and a variety of surprises to be found in the seasonal wetlands area and Fisher Creek.

Trip Difficulty: 2-3 miles, gravel trails, packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade

Leaders: John Harshman (408) 406-4733

Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly All Ages, no elevation gain

Meet: locked green gate off of Santa Teresa Blvd.

Directions: From US-101 South, take Bailey exit, turning right onto Santa Teresa. Proceed until just past the planted meridian strip and turn left to the green gate. From Hwy-85 South, take the Bernal exit, turning left onto Santa Teresa. Proceed to the second green gate on the right hand side of the road, just before the start of the planted median strip. Latitude/Longitude: 37.210736, -121.747062

Facilities: porta-potty

Parking Type and Fees: no fees

Banner Photo: Lark Sparrow by Brooke Miller

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