New Chicago Marsh – Alviso Marina County Park loop from Marvell

New Chicago Marsh – Alviso Marina County Park loop from Marvell

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New Chicago Marsh – Alviso Marina County Park loop from Marvell

01:13

15.4km

20m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 800 m for 134 m

After 14.5 km for 134 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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471 m

New Chicago Marsh

Highlight • Natural

This is a restored wetland in Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. It has a short, family-friendly loop of multi-use trail that offers some great views.

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753 m

Alviso Marina County Park, located along Alviso Slough, serves as the gateway to the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. This 20.6-acre park offers opertunities for hiking, biking, …

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2.23 km

Pink Salt Pond, Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Lake

This pink pond along the San Francisco Bay in Sunnyvale is a unique and striking sight. The vibrant color of the water is caused by natural mineral deposits and algae, …

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4.65 km

Former salt ponds – Alviso wetlands

Highlight • Natural

The scenery is stunning here, as you ride between marshes and wetlands.

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7.27 km

Coyote Creek & Guadalupe River confluence

Highlight • River

The Coyote Creek and Guadalupe River converge in San Jose, where their waters flow into San Francisco Bay. Coyote Creek originates on Mount Sizer, travels through Anderson Lake in Morgan …

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7.70 km

Alviso Slough Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Alviso Slough Trail is a beautiful hard packed segment that wraps around the water. There are endless views of the San Francisco Bay and all the marshland that makes up the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge.

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14.5 km

Steamboat Jenny Lind Disaster Memorial

Highlight • Monument

This park, situated along Alviso Slough right next to the salt ponds and marshes, features salt ponds with a noticeable pinkish tint, especially on sunny days. You can explore the …

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14.5 km

Alviso Salt Ponds

Highlight • Lake

This park, situated along Alviso Slough right next to the salt ponds and marshes, features salt ponds with a noticeable pinkish tint, especially on sunny days. You can explore the …

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15.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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