Located in the Diablo Range foothills, this park features steep canyon walls, mineral springs, the Youth Science Institute and cool temperatures during hot summers. The park is 720 acres with elevations ranging upto 2,000'. Resources and facilities are numerous throughout the area. Activities include hiking, biking, and sightseeing.

For more information write 16240 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA 95127 or call City of San Jose, Dept. of Recreation Parks and Community Service (408) 259-5477 or the Youth Science Institute (408) 258-4322.

All pictures here are from Alum Rock Park, using various film and digital cameras.

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View from South Rim Trail. This is picked up at the end of the park by crossing a bridge over the Penitencia Creek.
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View from South Rim Trail.
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View from South Rim Trail.
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The view from the mineral springs of the mountainous canyon walls.
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The view from the Alum Rock Ave entrance (no cars, they have to park at the end of the road).
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The view from the Alum Rock Ave entrance.
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Penitencia Creek near the Penitencia Creek Road entrance to the park.
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Blue Jay found in the park, near the South Rim Trail begining.
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Further information can be found at the Alum Rock Park Answers.com page.