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Vasona Lake County Park

ExploreLos Gatos, South Bay4.6/5

About This Place

Santa Clara County's most popular regional park with paddle boat, kayak, and sailboat rentals on the lake, 45 acres of lawn, a large playground, and the beloved Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad miniature steam train. Connected to Oak Meadow Park with a historic carousel. The Los Gatos Creek Trail passes through for biking.

Info

Age Range

0-2, 2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Venue Type

Outdoor

Price Level

$

Best Time

Spring-fall for boating; weekends for train rides

Parking

$6 parking fee at 333 Blossom Hill Rd.

Tips

Billy Jones train runs weekends and summer ($3). Boat rentals spring-fall. Adjacent Oak Meadow Park has carousel. Los Gatos Creek Trail connects to downtown.

Stroller FriendlyChanging StationDining On SiteReservation Needed--

Tags

lakeboatingtrain-ridesplaygroundbiking
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Location

Los Gatos, South BayGet Directions

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