Rancho San Antonio County Park

Rancho San Antonio is a county park with approximately 3,988 acres (1,615 hectares) of land in Santa Clara County. The landscape features grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands connected by an extensive trail network.

The land was originally a Mexican land grant in the 1800s. It became a protected nature area when Santa Clara County established the park in 1977.

The land was home to the Ohlone people for over 3,000 years, who called this place Partacsi. This deep indigenous heritage remains part of the area's identity today.

The park has parking lots, restrooms, drinking fountains, and picnic areas near the main entrance. The trail system is well-marked, allowing visitors to choose different difficulty levels.

Deer Hollow Farm within the park is a working farm with organic gardens and farm animals that shows visitors traditional farming methods. This hands-on place helps both children and adults understand where food comes from and how it is grown.

Location: Santa Clara County

Inception: 1977

Operator: Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department

Shares border with: Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve

Address: Cristo Rey Drive

Website: https://parks.sccgov.org/santa-clara-county-parks/rancho-san-antonio-county-park

GPS coordinates: 37.33110,-122.09300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54