The ridges, meadows, and deep canyons of Henry W. Coe State Park are located in
the Diablo Range south of San Jose and east of the fertile Santa Clara
Valley. Elevations in the 80,000-acre park range from 710 feet where
the North Fork of Pacheco Creek leaves the southeastern part of the park to
3,560 feet on the slopes of Mt. Stakes in the northeastern area of the
park.
Gently rounded ridge tops alternate with deep, steep-sided
canyons and beautiful flowing streams. Grasslands and oak savanna
straddle the ridges and cover the gentle slopes. Shaded hillsides and
canyons are covered with forests and woodlands.
The ridges have spectacular views
of the surrounding countryside, and from some vantage points, on clear days, you
can see the peaks and domes of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
When you come to the park, don't forget to bring a
camera. The opportunities for excellent nature
photography are limitless.
