Mine Hill Trailhead – Castillero Trail loop from New Almaden

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Mine Hill Trailhead – Castillero Trail loop from New Almaden

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Mine Hill Trailhead – Castillero Trail loop from New Almaden

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6.39km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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214 m

Mine Hill Trailhead

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At this trailhead Mine Hill Trail starts with an initial climb up from the parking lot into Almaden Quicksilver County Park. It is the main, longest trail, winding to the …

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733 m

Mine Trail Climb, Almaden Quicksilver County Park

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A good little climb to get your legs warmed up. This trail does get busy though, especially on weekends, so be courteous to your fellow trail users.

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3.18 km

Castillero Trail

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Quicksilver is a term used to refer to mercury. These lands, now transformed into an outdoor activity park, were once places where mercury mines were found.

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3.23 km

Castillero Trail–Mine Hill Trail Junction

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You'll want to have your maps downloaded and your route planned once you reach this point. Two trails diverge here and short distance down the Castillero Trail you'll have the option to take up the English Camp Trail.

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6.39 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.00 km

175 m

118 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.10 km