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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome park. Ride the trail and save $ parking.
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am very fond of this park, having experienced it as a child and continue to do so today! I'm happy to see they have some of the same features such as the old airplane on the playground, the train,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Vasona brings great memories for me. I've been going here with my family since i was little and it was always a great experience. I love the trails even though 60% of them time my dogs will catch a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Vasona Park. The first time I came here was about 4 years ago. I still remember enjoying the park a lot that time. For this past Labor Day, my boyfriend was planning to throw a BBQ, and he...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think I've found my favorite park in the bay! Cleaner than Shoreline with the same amenities - paddle boating, kayaking, hiking trails, BBQ areas and plenty of green grass! Great location for a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Where there's life there is water. We depend on Mother Nature, both, ecologically and psychologically. In this case, as it pertains to Vasona Park, I admire and indulge in both, as the two are...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a nice park, the fair is only $6 to get in. Also the little train in the park is a nice touch. I guess the only downfall of the park is that there are a lot of angry geese! But all and all its...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been coming to lexington since the 70's,..i was there when ski boats were allowed, the fire of 85',and through the multiple times they have drained it...the main reason i go there now is to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 StarsI've been coming here for years with family, with friends for special events, i even had to do community service here when I was a teenager and got in trouble! Even remember when the lake was...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The lake adds to the scenery here at Vasona Park.And while you take that in, you'll be stepping on all sorts of poop.Dog poop.Duck poop.It's like a lottery.Which poop will I step on next?I go here for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spacious and beautiful park. Lots of people are here doing all sorts of outdoor activities: walking, picnicking, roller blading, biking, jogging, running. The paths are paved and Vasona Park extends...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The bike/running trail is a redeeming feature of this park -- one that I use -- as are the shaded picnic areas, but my overall experience was marred by too much poop. From the moment I stepped out of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving this park at least 2 stars because it is a beautiful place full of nature and my date was sweet and we had good conversation.But I could not get over the geese and the geese poo! The geese...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to thank my guy, who is the most romantic guy I've ever encountered, for taking me on a picnic at this big beautiful park recently. He also drove me through this park during Christmas time when...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been here a few times yet I luv this place already. We biked here thus didn't have to pay the $6 parking fee. And the bike paths are all paved, meandering through the features of the park,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really enjoyed this giant park. Good parking, feeds into the Los Gatos Creek trail, lots of biking and walking trails that wind around the giant lake. It's also great for family BBQ, volleyball...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful park that is kid-friendly and dog-friendly. The park can accomodate for various activities, lots of picnic tables, lawn areas. Even has a train to go around the park. Great place to host...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This park is beautiful and very big! It has just about everything a park should have. They have a large lake with lots of ducks and birds around. There is a very long and scenic trail for walking and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I happened across Vasona park jogging from Los Gatos Creek dog park. The first thing I noticed was the Vasona dam and lake. It's not the most scenic but it was good nevertheless to just take in the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fantasy of lights is a pretty nifty holiday themed excursion for a night drive, though simultaneously serves as a marketing ploy. Various local companies sponsor their own little display, which comes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I made it out here for December in 2007 for the lights... I heard they transformed Vasona into a winter wonderland so I had to come see for myself... I brought an SUV full of people and went through...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok so this park is decent to visit. Its pretty big, a lot of bbq spots which is always nice, and plenty of parking. during xmas they do a cool light thinger that you can drive through and check out....
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2.0 of 5 stars.
$15 Admission = TRIPPIN'Never again. With all the companies that have names scattered throughout this event they should be the ones covering the costs not the public. To be honest with you the lights...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had never been to this but I had heard many good things about it. I think $15 is not bad if you have a car full of people. It was just me and my daughter. Although she really enjoyed the lights,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Booo on Fantasy of anything other than mass confusion and long-ass lines. I have been to this thing once before...so don't ask me WHY I thought it was a good idea to head over to see it at 6pm on...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Be prepared to wait in a long line. I went with two friends last night and we were in line for over an hour and were completely finished with our hot cocoa before we even got in the park. The radio...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This sadly isn't much of a reservoir anymore - thanks global warming.We did our 14 mile here over the weekend. Started at Main St. and ran down the LG Creek Trail to the reservoir and then did the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You pay around 15 bucks and tune into 104.1 and listen to G rated X-Mas classics while looking at a million lights. The boyfriend and I were going to do X-Mas in the Park and then come here but the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tis the season to be jolly. This was my first time going to Fantasy of Lights. I recommend bringing the kiddies, hot chocolate, warm clothing, and don't forget your camera. This place made me feel...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tis the season! Vasona Park is transformed into a winter wonderland of millions of colorful twinkling lights and animated displays. Drive through the "course" and enjoy the holiday spectacle from the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Grab your thermos with cinamon tea, apple cider, or hot cocoa. Make sure to bust out your penguin or reindeer pjs, your santa hat, and your best xmas socks.You have to be in the spirit to really enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was fun! We just got back, loaded the kids and the dog into the car and drove on over...I liked it...the hubby liked it, and most importantly the kids liked it...(I think the dog liked it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Someone please email/mail/fax me a coupon for this! i heard there is going to be a volcano theme this year!!!
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lots to do here (for a park), the lake is the focal point though, I love the paddle boats, just something nice and "grounding" to be off the ground and on the water, with those hills and trees around...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A beautiful back drop for a photo shoot. My BF and his family had their family photo shoot hear last year. The pictures came out great.
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a huge park and there are some unique things here that brings out the kid inside each of us. First of all there's a kid's train but adults can ride on it; this train reminds me of the train...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Gateway Pavilion group area located at the south end of the park is the perfect spot to reserve for a large group BBQ/picnic. It can hold up to 100 people and has a parking lot close by. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A really nice park with lots of paths to walk or ride your bike. Lots of birds to watch, especially in the water. If you're lucky, you can find tons of wild raspberries to sample...just watch for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great park to spend a lazy sunny day! Plenty to keep kids entertained - playgrounds, the ducks & geese, walking trails, bridges, etc. Adjacent is the kids train where you can take a ride for just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This reminds me of Central Park in Santa Clara or that park in Sunnyvale I used to go to when I was younger.We had the Cheesecake Factory company picnic here and it was a daunting task. It's a cool...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I shouldn't give this place 5 stars but as a kid we used to come here all of the time and I just loved it. Barbecuing chicken and burgers. Listening to baseball games on the radio. Playing with the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hugeass park with lots of geese, children, and tiny little dogs on leashes. Not the prettiest place ever, but kinda cool nonetheless. Lots of trees are available to sit under for shade.Unlike many...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've attended two company picnics and a concert in the park here. A very pretty and well kept park, the facilities are impressive. The picnic grounds can accomodate varying group sizes, the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I respectfully disagree with Allison W. on this one! If "some guy off Quito Road" has these things in his front yard, it is one GINORMOUS yard! This is one of our favorite Christmas traditions....
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The paddle boats floating along the shimmering lake make for a pastoral scene. Although it is a Sunday and afternoon and the park is full of people we have a large space of our own shared only with a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for picnics or for family day. My first time here was with my bestfriend and our bfs and of course her lil' rugrat. We had lunch at one of the tables near the train. It was soo much fun...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
NOT RECOMMENDEDMy first thought was, ohhhh great a nice lake and park that would be great especially in the summer. After reading the reviews I wondered why critics were tough on the Lake, calling it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This park wasn't as I remembered as a kid. I remembered it as being more lush and the water as clearer than what it is now. Now, its a little dry and the water is dark green. Still, a good place for a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went back to Vasona after a multi-year hiatus and I remember it like it was back when I was in middle school. Tons of grass to play on, nice little water area for a view, a good playground for kids,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Vasona was the shiznit when I was a kid. Come on, there's a freakin' airplane to climb on. It's a nice little slice of man-made wilderness in the heart of posh Los Gatos.There is one huge and blaring...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great for families. I've been coming to this park since I was a lad, happy to see the ghost airplane still on the playground. The hour-long peddle boats at the lake are awesome and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like Shoreline; this park has too much bird crap! Other than that, one of the nicer park to bike ride, rent boating, grilling and spending time with the family and friends. Also, there is a train that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Im here at least 10 times a month. This park has everything for everyone! The trails are great for biking and running. They have two great playgrounds for the lil ones. Here is the kicker..they...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gosh where have I been???!! I have lived in SJ for 10 years and I have NEVER been here before!!! It was a perfect place to spend with friends I hadn't seen in a long time. For $6/a car it was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Once I saw a duck walking down the street so I went into Subway and ordered two pieces of bread, and they informed me that they could not do that, like there was some special rule at Subway that two...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Being HOT in San Jose-YUCK.Getting AC bill next month-YUCK.Needing some fresh air and remembering a certain tree with lots of shade that will keep you cool-priceless yes, but more importantly a simple...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This park is clean, scenic and loaded with picnic areas and activities. We initially went there to just check it out, have the kids play, but ended up staying and exploring the place. The train ride...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This park is beautiful and a great place for a picnic, jogging, or hanging out with little ones.
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this park! The last time I was there, I went paddleboating with a friend. Had a little pow wow and had some one on one time to clear up any issues. Great idea to talk things over. If she wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our whole family really enjoys this park. There really is something for everyone there. When you first drive in, there is a parking fee ($6 I think), but its totally worth it. Plus, I've noticed...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You guys & gals are all correct. This park is superb to say the very least. I took my wife here and she loves it. What's best is it isn't very crowded during the weekdays. Which is awesome.I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's like your own private park almost. It's gated, $6 to drive in and then it pretty much is your own little private place, if that place had a train ride, paddle boats, a playground, and a carousel...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love going to Vasona. The nice thing is that it's so large that's it's usually pretty private. You can get away from the hustle and bustle of the Bay Area and unwind. They have paddle-boats and a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I came here a lot when we first started dating; so it has sentimental value to me. I love it during holiday time when they decorate it for "Fantasy of Lights" and you get to drive...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This park is sooo pretty, but it could do without the bird crap. We spent most of the summer here, biking, peddle boating, and bbq-ing. For Father's Day, Cal and I volunteered to go early to reserve...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So, everyone goes to Vasona. I think it's a bit of a crap shoot.If I were to review Vasona on the Weekends, I'd give it a 2*. If I was to review it between Memorial Day and Labor Day during the week,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this park as a kid. I used to get bee stings all the time and had to walk in the creek until the swelling went down. I also learned how to skip rocks for the first time, went on my first...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a youngin, Lexington Reservoir was one of my favorite places to take off to. Whether it'd be with friends or fam or both, there is nothing you can do but enjoy yourself. There were a lot of first...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great park for dogs and families. Big amounts of wild birds and ducks in the park.4 of 5 stars is because the lakeside needed to be cleaned
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went for a walk around the Reservoir here this weekend with two other friends and two doggie friends. It was the perfect day for it, mid- 70's and sunny with a slight breeze. This was my first time...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I looooove coming here! My hubby and I like to come here early on Sunday mornings and ride our bikes throughout the trails. I like to come early cuz it's not that hot yet, and there's not that many...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
An amazing place to spend your week-ends...This is one of the places where I love coming with friends for BBQs...I also come here sometimes when they have special events. Once I saw this beautiful dog...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Do you have Big Fly/Friends circle?Do you have Kids?Do you Love BBQ?Do you you luv chillin on a lazy afternoon?Vasona Park is your Destination. I like the trail that runs thru it, its one of my favs...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lexington Reservoir is a familiar landmark to everyone driving down Highway 17 to Santa Cruz. But I'd bet only a few of them have ever stopped here. There's two main things to do here: go out on the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this park, it's huge and there's tons of things to do, but 4 stars because you have to watch out for goose poo.
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a great park!
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this nice size park (45 acres) in the midst of the suburban area of Los Gatos. Very nice grounds and trails. Has ball fields, a real nice lake that you can fish in and rent paddle boats, and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a picnic or just goofing around with a frisbee/football/etc. It's huge so you don't have any issues finding space unless it's a major outdoor holiday. Pretty sure you have to pay for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to watch the sunset in the area. Head over there around 4:15-4:30 PM so you don't have to pay the $5.00 entrance fee. Keep driving all the way past the playground and ball field. You want...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last week I was driving home from dinner in Los Gatos, when I saw an amazing display of lights off the 17. So today when heading the same way again, I was determined to find out where it all was from....
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great park adjacent to Oak Meadow Park in Los Gatos. This side has ample parking (pay, but worth it) and will never run out of grassy areas for picnics or a good game of frisbee, football, whatever....
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite parks. They've got lots of space for BBQ's and picnics, very large grassy areas, and a few paths and trails that you can run/bike/walk along that winds around the lake and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
amongst the many things i am, amatuer *very amatuer* motorcyle enthusiast, gardner, wannabe martha stewart *complete with visits to the joint and house arrest*, a foul mouth bastard that drinks too...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On the outskirts of Los Gatos lies the Lexington Resoirvoir, an area created by the dam of Los Gatos creek. If you're downtown, you can walk down Main and then climb up the hills by heading south....
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place. I grew up around here and used to be on the Los Gatos Rowing Club which still rows up there. Great activity, especially in the early morning on the reservoir. Where you become...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have an old co-worked that moved out of state and every time he's back in town we meet up here. He reserves an area, we bring charcoal, and plenty of food for the grill. Great place to spend a lazy...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a huge park (45 acres of grass) with a big, popular lake. The lake is available for fishing, paddle boating, etc. The park has picnic areas and a running trail. This would be a great venue...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great park for just about everyone, bring your frisbees and balls. Nice little lake that is fed by Lexington in upper Los Gatos. Great trail for biking , walking, jogging and rollerblading. (No...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a paradise among urban/suburban public parks. At 151 acres it is huge and offers a gorgeous reservoir, paddle boats, a large flock of Canadian geese, several well-built playgrounds, a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good park for BBQing and picnics. They have their own BBQ pits so you have to bring your own charcoal etc. There is also a train which runs so kids can go for rides. Only complaint is that you have to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2005
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