The park is home to a dedicated hang-gliding launch site located on the ridge, managed in coordination with local paragliding clubs.
Sandy Wool Lake is a popular spot for birdwatching, particularly for migratory waterfowl during the winter months.
The park contains the historic 1870s-era Alviso Adobe, though access to the structure is limited to specific scheduled tours.
Portions of the park connect to the Tularcitos Trail, part of a larger regional corridor system.
The site includes a significant off-leash dog training and exercise area that covers several acres of varied terrain.
The park landscape is actively grazed by cattle to help manage vegetation and reduce fire risks during dry seasons.
Ed R. Levin County Park is a 1,546-acre regional park in the foothills of the Diablo Range. It is a premier regional destination for hang gliding and paragliding, featuring dedicated launch sites atop the hills. The park provides an extensive network of multi-use trails suitable for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. A significant portion of the park is designated as an off-leash dog area, including specialized zones for small and large breeds. The landscape includes two fishing lakes, Sandy Wool Lake and Spring Valley Pond, which are stocked with trout and catfish. Visitors can access picnic facilities, some of which are available for group reservations. The terrain ranges from grassy rolling hills to oak woodlands, providing habitat for local wildlife. The park serves as a major gateway to the Santa Clara County trail system.
The ridgeline launch site, offering a panoramic vantage point overlooking the entire Santa Clara Valley.
Bring extra water, as the exposed ridgeline trails offer very little shade during peak sun hours.
Check local paragliding club websites for wind conditions if you are heading to the launch areas.
Use the lower elevation trails if you want to avoid steep climbing, or head to the ridges for panoramic views of the South Bay.
Attempting steep ridge trails during midday in summer without sufficient hydration or shade protection.
Park gates open daily from sunrise to sunset; specific trail sections may close temporarily following heavy winter rains.
Leash your dog in all areas outside of the designated off-leash zones and stay on marked trails to protect sensitive habitat.
