Sycamore Creek (Santa Clara County)

Sycamore Creek is a perennial stream in Santa Clara County, California, United States.[2] The headwaters rise on the eastern hillsides near Twin Peaks and flow southwest, eventually joining with Uvas Creek.

This article is about Sycamore Creek in Santa Clara County. For Sycamore Creek in Contra Costa County, see Sycamore Creek (Contra Costa County).
Sycamore Creek
Location
CountryUnited States
StateCalifornia
RegionSanta Clara County
CityMorgan Hill, California
Physical characteristics
SourceOn the eastern hillsides near Twin Peaks[1]
 • coordinates37°04′46″N 121°40′53″W[1]
 • elevation1,065 ft (325 m)
MouthConfluence with Uvas Creek
 • coordinates
37°03′22″N 121°39′53″W[1]
 • elevation
348 ft (106 m)
Length2 mi (3.2 km)

History

The creek was named for the many sycamore trees growing along its bank.[1]

The Sycamore Creek Vineyards in Uvas Valley lies near the intersection between the creeks.

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See also

References
  1. "Sycamore Creek". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  2. Santa Clara Valley Water District. "Uvas and Llagas Creeks Watershed". Retrieved 2017-08-13.
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