Guidebook for Los Gatos
Shopping
Summit Store Inc.
24197 N Summit RdThis is the closest grocery store.
Parks & Nature
Public green space with 45 acres of lawn, a multi-use trail & picnic areas plus a lake with fishing.
86 locals recommend
Vasona Lake County Park
333 Blossom Hill RdPublic green space with 45 acres of lawn, a multi-use trail & picnic areas plus a lake with fishing.
This popular park is ideal for hikers, backpackers, and rock climbers, and perfect for day trips.
WATERFALLS!
64 locals recommend
Castle Rock State Park
15451 CA-35This popular park is ideal for hikers, backpackers, and rock climbers, and perfect for day trips.
WATERFALLS!
"Wonderful walks, a pretty lake, playground. Happy place to spend a few hours with dogs or kids"
8 locals recommend
Oak Meadow Park
233 Blossom Hill Rd"Wonderful walks, a pretty lake, playground. Happy place to spend a few hours with dogs or kids"
This trail is accessible off of Hwy 17 north - get off at the exit for the James Lenihan dam. You drive past a parking area on your right and then past a quarry on your left, drive down around a curve to the right and park as soon as you see a trail head. But this is not Priest Rock - it is Limekiln. Leave your car and walk past the trail, continuing on the road on foot until you come to the next trail head on your left. You have a good 1 1/2 hour hike which includes great vistas of the reservoir and good inclines. Bring water and layers. Unless it is super hot - do it in the morning only. Great hike for those who really want to get their heart rate up.
Priest Rock Trail
Priest Rock TrailThis trail is accessible off of Hwy 17 north - get off at the exit for the James Lenihan dam. You drive past a parking area on your right and then past a quarry on your left, drive down around a curve to the right and park as soon as you see a trail head. But this is not Priest Rock - it is Limekiln. Leave your car and walk past the trail, continuing on the road on foot until you come to the next trail head on your left. You have a good 1 1/2 hour hike which includes great vistas of the reservoir and good inclines. Bring water and layers. Unless it is super hot - do it in the morning only. Great hike for those who really want to get their heart rate up.
Drinks & Nightlife
"Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains with gorgeous views of our Estate Pinot Noir Vineyards, forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and Monterey Bay on a clear day, Byington is an operational vineyard and winery. The Tasting Room is open to the public Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. We also host corporate and private events and weddings."
19 locals recommend
Byington Vineyard & Winery
21850 Bear Creek Rd"Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains with gorgeous views of our Estate Pinot Noir Vineyards, forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and Monterey Bay on a clear day, Byington is an operational vineyard and winery. The Tasting Room is open to the public Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. We also host corporate and private events and weddings."
"Just half and hour from SJC downtown you'll find this excellent winery with the best views of Los Gatos area. From noon to 5 and for only $10, you can try 5 wines and have a picnic in the patio area with views of the vineyards. If you decide to buy a bottle, you can use those $10 for a discount. Remember to buy food before arriving. Picnic area only available for customers. Pinotage wines are their specialty."
24 locals recommend
Loma Prieta Winery
26985 Loma Prieta Way"Just half and hour from SJC downtown you'll find this excellent winery with the best views of Los Gatos area. From noon to 5 and for only $10, you can try 5 wines and have a picnic in the patio area with views of the vineyards. If you decide to buy a bottle, you can use those $10 for a discount. Remember to buy food before arriving. Picnic area only available for customers. Pinotage wines are their specialty."
Jack Rose Libation House
18840 Saratoga-Los Gatos RdNeighborhood watering hole.
Arts & Culture
"This "new" museum is actually 2 50 year old museums that have come together for the first time under one roof. It is really exciting-the exhibits are different and fresh and the space is a wonderful combination of mid century architecture and contemporary design. Right in the town center of Los Gatos, it is a great place to visit for an hour or so. They are open late every Thursday night (until 8) and always have interesting talks or demos then - easy to stop by just to see what's NEW!"
32 locals recommend
Los Gatos Cafe
340 North Santa Cruz Avenue"This "new" museum is actually 2 50 year old museums that have come together for the first time under one roof. It is really exciting-the exhibits are different and fresh and the space is a wonderful combination of mid century architecture and contemporary design. Right in the town center of Los Gatos, it is a great place to visit for an hour or so. They are open late every Thursday night (until 8) and always have interesting talks or demos then - easy to stop by just to see what's NEW!"
Getting Around
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
1701 Airport BlvdThis is the nearest airport.