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Bullock's Oriole by Wei Zhang
Spring in Joseph Grant County Park (San Jose East Hills)
Joseph D. Grant County park is an excellent birding location in the East Hills of Santa Clara County. We will walk through the scrub and savanna habitat in search of spring arrivals as well as any resident species. We will also spend time at the Ranch House which offers excellent looks at finches, warblers, and other small birds.
Trip Difficulty: 2.5 miles, packed-dirt trails, little or no elevation gain, little to no shade
Leaders: Vinayak Hebbagil (585) 705-6643, Shweta Shidhore (585) 748-5117
Beginner Friendly
Meet: ranch house parking area near green barn and restroom
Directions: From US-101 exit Capitol Expy in San Jose and continue east for 1.7 miles, turn right onto Quimby Rd and continue for 7 miles. Turn right onto CA-130 E and continue for 0.2 miles. The park entrance is on the right. After passing through the park entry kiosk, continue into the park for about 300 ft. Turn left to follow the sign directing you to Green Barn Parking. Park near the restroom and green barn. Note that google maps “Ranch House Parking Area” will take you to a different location in the large parking lot. Latitude/Longitude: 37.337493, -121.716896
Facilities: bathroom
Parking Type and Fees: parking fees (use Santa Clara County Park annual pass, otherwise it is $6.00 per car, credit card only)
Questions? Email general questions to fieldtrips@scvbirdalliance.org or contact the trip leader for questions regarding the event.