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A secret swing

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red lips and polka dot scarf
Right off an ordinary walking trail is one of my most favorite secrets in San Jose: a hidden swing! 

san jose secret swing
san jose creek swing
creek swing

It’s hidden among trees and shrubs right over a calming creek. The water is cool and crisp and chills your toes when you wade out to hop on for a little swing.

If you’re the adventurous type, you can climb up this big tree, have someone throw you the swing, jump on…

swinging through the air

…and go flying through the air!

jumping out of trees
swinging through the air

Most people that day, young and old (!), were living on the edge. I couldn’t get up the nerve to do it, but maybe next time!

Last modified: January 10, 2019