Alma Trail Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve

The Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve is a public open space preserve in Santa Clara County, California. It features over 10 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, a second-growth redwood forest, Douglas fir forest, and oak woodland. The preserve is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including mountain lions, bobcats, western pond turtles, and many bird species. Visitors can explore the trails, including the Alma Trail and the Pete Siemens Trail, which offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The preserve also features a short, easy-access trail around a small pond near the parking area, which is suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities. The preserve has a rich cultural history, with evidence of Ohlone mortar stones and the remnants of the Alma College, a former Jesuit seminary