1.5 mi
Distance
256 ft
Elev. Gain
38m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Waterwheel Creek Trail is a point-to-point trail in Santa Clara County, California. It is 1.5 miles long and gains 256 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Los Altos Hills, California, about 2 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 791 ft |
| End | 1.5 mi | 769 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- Bikes allowed
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Los Altos Hills, CA · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Santa Clara County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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