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Parks & Outdoors
Explore Sunnyvale’s outdoor side, from neighborhood parks and recreation spaces to trails, open landscapes, and the Baylands environment.
LOCAL SNAPSHOT
Parks & Outdoors in Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale has a surprisingly broad outdoor identity. Parks, recreation facilities, trails, and Baylands landscapes make it easy to add fresh air and open space to daily life without leaving the city.
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Neighborhood Parks
Everyday green spaces for families, exercise, play, and casual outdoor time.
TRAILS & MOVEMENT
Trails & Movement
Walking and cycling routes offer an active way to experience the city.
BAYLANDS
Baylands
Open landscapes and wetland environments provide a very different view of Sunnyvale.
THE LOCAL EXPERIENCE
Beyond Offices and Downtown Streets
Sunnyvale has a surprisingly broad outdoor identity. Parks, recreation facilities, trails, and Baylands landscapes make it easy to add fresh air and open space to daily life without leaving the city.
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