Sports teams we tend to root for in Milpitas, CA. Here’s a quick run-down of who’s playing and when you can catch some of the action. Fans and couch potatoes unite here, cheer on your favorite Bay Area teams.
Oakland Athletics
The Oakland Athletics are an American professional baseball team based in Oakland, California. The Athletics compete in Major League Baseball as a member club of the American League West Division.
San Francisco Giants
The official website of the San Francisco Giants with the most up-to-date information on scores, schedule, stats, tickets, and team news.
San Jose Giants
So these aren’t the San Francisco Giants, we don’t care! Here’s the schedule, just plan your own tailgate party.
College Athletics
Cal Bears
Official site of the University of California, Berkeley, Golden Bears.
San Jose Spartans
Official site of the San Jose State University Spartans athletic department.
Santa Clara Broncos
Official site for the Santa Clara University athletic department.
Stanford Cardinals
Official site of Standford University’s athletic department.
Oracle Park
Oracle Park, with its breathtaking views and classic design, was chosen as the 2008 Sports Facility of the Year by Sports Business Journal and Sports Business Daily as part of the inaugural Sports Business Awards program.
Transportation Information
How to get to the Oracle Park using public transportation in the South Bay and Peninsula.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
The first crowd filled Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 18, 1966 when the AFL’s Oakland Raiders played the Kansas City Chiefs.
SAP Center
What’s happening, directions. Home of the Sharks and the Sabercats.
Spartan Stadium
Throughout the year, Spartan Stadium is home to the NCAA Division I Spartan Football, and Men’s and Women’s Soccer teams. It is also home to the Major League Soccer team — the San Jose Earthquakes.
Got a letter from one of our faithful readers suggesting I hurry up and get a feature up on how to keep cool in or near Milpitas when the next heat wave hits. Suggestions here will range from where to find pools, walk along a beach, or find a ice cream treat. I welcome suggestions for additions to this page at any time.
A reminder: in hot weather check on elderly or infirm relatives and neighbors. My mother’s air conditioning failed, and she almost couldn’t think clearly enough to get herself to a cool, safe spot.
If you have screened windows, let the cold air in at night, then in the morning, close all windows and drapes to trap the cold air inside. An attic fan (From Home Depot for about $100-300) can do wonders by evacuating hot air out from between your ceiling and roof.
Recreational Swimming Milpitas Sport Center
Two large pools provide a variety of water fitness and exercise programs. We are excited to announce our Sports Center swimming pools are open for lap swimming and water exercise classes. Reservations are required, walk-in is currently not available. Reservations for Milpitas Residents will have priority. Staff shall screen all members for symptoms before entering the facility. Pools are fully supervised by lifeguards. The fee a $2.00 is charged to all entering on the pool deck. Children ages 7 years and under are required to be accompanied by an adult, 18 years or older. Infants and toddlers must wear specialized swim diapers.
Both residents and non-residents are welcome to become members of the Milpitas Sports Center. A valid membership with pre-paid visits, or a drop-in pass, is required to use Milpitas Sports Center facilities and programs. Non-member drop-in passes are $8 per visit. For complete list of membership and pass options, check here. For more information, call the Milpitas Sports Center at 408-586-3225.
Santa Clara Swim Club Milpitas
We are currently running swim lessons, pre competitive swimming, competitive swimming, special events, competitive club functions, age group and high school level stroke clinics and camps. Focusing on fundamentals, Santa Clara Swim Club (SCSC) Milpitas will prepare athletes to compete on the national level while developing life-long skills such as discipline, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. Call for updates if website not more helpful. 1231 Arizona Ave. 408-642-4949
Private Clubs with Swimming Pools
Milpitas Star Aquatics and Fitness
With convenient freeway access from neighboring cities, the new aquatic and fitness center offers indoor swimming lessons, competitive swimming, lap swimming, summer camps, steam and sauna, cardio machines, weight training machines, free weights, aerobics, yoga classes, and much more. 1818 Clear Lake Ave. 408-800-8838
Milpitas Yosemite Cabana Club Pool
This is a Membership only, neighborhood pool located at 1555 Yosemite Dr. just east of N. Park Victoria. Permanent members pay a one-time fee to join and annual dues. Seasonal members pay slightly higher annual dues. Access to the pool is 365 days/year from 5 am to 11 pm; however, it is only heated from May until September. Members have access to BBQ’s, picnic areas, lounge chairs, diving board, bathrooms and can schedule parties. Lifeguards on duty during the summer. Swim lessons offered (members get a reduced rate). Contact pool at MemberServices@MilpitasPool.com or MY7-POOL (697-7665) to get current rates and information.
Aqua Adventure
Water park in Fremont, California. We can provide day camps and swim lessons for all ages. Registration is open now! Aqua Camps at Aqua Adventure Waterpark features fun in the sun for all ages. Each week this all-inclusive summer camp will have a fun and exciting theme. Only $5 for Milpitas Residents than for those in Fremont. 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538 510-494-4426
Shoreline At Mountain View
The Sailing Lake and Café is open. The Golf Course is open. Michaels is open while undergoing renovation. The Rengstorff House has suspended public tours. Kite Area, Dog Park, and North Shore – All of these outdoor areas are open to the public and require social distancing guidelines be followed. Spend some leisure time golfing, sailing, windsurfing or flying a kite. Take in the rich local history of Rengstorff House and its gardens or observe the abundance of wildlife along the miles of trails available for jogging, hiking and biking.
Go to the Coast
Carmel by the Sea
At the foot of Ocean Avenue, Carmel Beach is one of the most iconic spots on California’s Central Coast and is rated “One of America’s Top Beach Towns.” From morning to night Carmel Beach attracts visitors and locals alike to take in the majestic scenery and fun activities.
Big Sur
This is the official, complete, and definitive travel guide to all lodging, camping, restaurants, gift shops & art galleries in Big Sur; The ultimate travel resource and guide to California’s central coast and your complete Big Sur Visitors Bureau.
Best Beaches near San Jose California
Even though the southern shore of San Francisco Bay doesn’t have sandy beaches, some of the best beaches in California are on the Pacific Ocean just a short drive away from San Jose. The closest beaches are about 45 minutes away in Santa Cruz. From Santa Cruz, it’s a short drive north on Highway 1 to unique cove beaches near the town of Davenport. More sandy options near Santa Cruz include the beaches in Aptos and Capitola.
Ocean Beach
A wide expanse of sand and dunes that faces the Pacific Ocean, stretching for three miles along the entire western edge of San Francisco. Here are some tips for enjoying your visit to Ocean Beach: things to do, how to get there, where to park and where to eat. This is a very dangerous beach! There are no lifeguards, either.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Per California face mask guidelines, the Boardwalk recommends all unvaccinated guests age 2 and older wear face masks at all times when visiting the Boardwalk and all related attractions except when actively eating and drinking. Vaccinated guests are welcome to enjoy the Boardwalk and all related attractions without wearing a mask. By not wearing a mask, you certify that you are fully vaccinated. Your online wristband purchase is also your reservation. Please check back or visit us on Facebook for updates. Learn More. The Boardwalk is now open daily through Labor Day, September 4. Passes may also be ordered online. 400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-423-5590
Hang out in a Park
City Parks
A GoMilpitas resource page showing which parks have sport facilities, BBQ & picnic tables, restrooms, etc. Click on links to get maps and directions.
City Recreation Services
Offerings updated seasonally. Page includes listing of recreation facilities, including pools, office hours, and days closed.
Go Fishing
Yes, youths 15 and younger can fish at Sandy Wool Lake (or anywhere in California) without a license. In the summer the lake is stocked with catfish.
Regional Parks
Start with your favorite activity, from archery to water skiing, and you can find a Regional Park where you can do it from this site. Other ways of searching, too.
Public Cooling Centers
Note that public buildings will NOT be open on Summer Holidays. However, shopping centers will be open and having sales.
Big Basin Redwoods State Park UPDATE ((May 27, 2021): Wildfire damages much of Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Fate of big trees unknown “The fire damaged the park’s headquarters, historic core and campgrounds,” said the statement. “Staff are currently assessing the damage cause by the fire to state park property and we do not know the number of acres burned within the park right now.” This park unit is partially open. Please take the time to read the information contained on this webpage to find out what is open and closed, and what COVID-19 guidelines are in place.
Coyote Watershed
Lots of small creeks come down from the east hills. The one parallel to Calaveras Road as it heads up into the hills is hikable. Might be poison oak, though, so wear long pants and long-sleeved shirt. The builder at Piedmont Rd has made a rather pretty artificial stream complete with waterfall. I’m not sure if the general public will be allowed to get into the water there or not. Again, don’t drink the water. It comes from the duck ponds and horse ranches in the hills.
Penitencia Creek
Lined with big-leaf maple white alder, and western sycamore. Wild honey-suckle vines, the arroyo and red willow add to its lush plant life. The creek is shallow and slow in Alum Rock Park, so it is a nice place for small children to cool off. Do not let them drink the creek water, however.
Some of our local youth sports programs have produced Olympians! Milpitas believes in helping youth become physically fit with friendly competitive and individual sports opportunities. Most have reopened after being closed because of Covid19. Some have also permanently closed, so if you aren’t seeing a favorite here, they may really be gone.
Bay Badminton Center
Enroll your kids in our exciting Academy today and they will be on their way to improving their game with our World Class Coaches. Online court reservations available. 1191 Montague Expy.
(Inside Montague Court at Flemings Business Park) 408-942-2888
Bintang Milpitas
Through the badminton academy, many people who have never played badminton before have developed a passion for the sport; many people who have played before but were never serious have developed a competitive spirit. All in all, BBA has promoted the sport of badminton greatly within the community and hopes to continue doing so. 746 S Milpitas Blvd. 408-934-9915
ICC Table Tennis
In 11 years it has opened North America’s largest dedicated table tennis center and has produced 2012 USA Olympic team members Timothy Wang, Ariel Hsing & Lily Zhang. Team ICC player Lily Zhang and Jiaqi Zheng will also represent USA at 2016 Rio Olympics. 1507 N. Milpitas Blvd. 408-945-9556
Indus Cricket Club
Site not updated since November 2021, so may or may not be very active. Looking for quality players who are passionate about the game of Cricket, and youth who would like to learn the sport. Indus is starting a free youth camp for Beginner level boys/girls ages 7-10. The goal is to teach basic cricket, team skills in a safe and fun environment and groom future stars.
Call for more details and to sign up. 1600 Sonoma Dr. (Near Sinnott Park, NE of Lucky’s) 510-220-3325
Milpitas Knights PAL Football
The MILPITAS KNIGHTS is a non-profit youth football and cheer team serving Milpitas and our surrounding communities since the 1960’s. Our five teams are supported by the Milpitas Police Activity League (PAL) and we are members of theSan Jose Police Activity League (PAL) Football Organization. We are led by passionate volunteers who are dedicated to work alongside parents and community leaders to raise successful student athletes.
Milpitas Monsters
Girls fast pitch softball program. We are a travel softball organization focused on giving the young girls in our community the confidence and leadership skills to succeed in life. Our coaches focus on teaching players the fundamentals of the game and emphasis on instilling the importance of respecting teammates, opponents, coaches and officials.
Milpitas National Little League
Site not updated since March 8, 2020. The primary goal of Milpitas National Little League South is to provide player growth, development and firmly implant in our youth the idea of sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect for leadership. 2005 season starts in March. Sign up is usually in November and December. Check on Facebook page for updates.
Milpitas NV PAL Girls Softball
While a specific timeframe for a start date to our Spring 2021 season is still uncertain, we will be opening up registration at this time. No payment is required until the start of the season is established.
Milpitas Sports Center
The Milpitas Sports Center is a full-service fitness center offering affordable sports and exercise programs for teens and adults. Programs include adult drop-in and league sports, fitness classes, lap swimming and water exercise, swim lessons and plenty of cardio and weight fitness equipment. The Sports Center complex also includes the adjacent Milpitas Skate Park, a football field, baseball and soccer fields and a concession stand.
Milpitas Youth Soccer Club Facebook page. Affiliated with CYSA, MYSC places the emphasis on player skill advancement, coach and referee training, greater variety of competition, and playing opportunities both recreational and beyond, including the Olympic Development Program. Call 408-834-9092 or email support@mysleague.com
Mission San Jose Aquatics
A community based USA swim team dedicated to providing swimmers of all abilities the opportunity to be the best that they can be. MSJA Swimmers range from age 5 to college level. We have eight distinct training groups and practice sessions at Ohlone College & Irvington HS in Fremont, California.
North Valley Youth Soccer League
Check here for 2022 sign-ups, and schedules. Recreational soccer for children living in north San Jose, Alviso, California and east foothill neighborhoods, and also competitive soccer under North Valley United for teams comprised of children living anywhere in the bay area.
Warm Springs Aquatic Gators
We are looking forward to meet all our current, new swimmers and parent community. Warm Springs Aquatics or “the Gators” is a summer recreational swim team open to boys and girls ages 5 through 18. Swimmers start practicing in mid-April and swim through the end of July. Kids learn how to be great swimmers and team players in a fun and family-oriented atmosphere. We are part of the East Bay Swim League. Checkout our Facebook Page.
For more information on Milpitas Parks Maintenance contact the Public Works Department at 408-586-2600.
Milpitas parks came into being in the 1970s when the “city of the future” was imagined to have homes on small lots, and sharing a large, common green space instead of large private yards. Many of our parks weave together, providing ways for pedestrians and bicyclists a way to move between homes, schools, and shops without having to be on busy roads.
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Alviso Adobe
Building not currently open to the public. Under renovation. Historic displays in windows. Land surrounding building a nice place for a picnic, with historic farm equipment to view. Park and historical site. Located off Piedmont Road.
Higuera Adobe Park – An historic adobe house sits on this 5.5-acre park site with 8 barbecue pits, 16 tables, play equipment, and parking for 20. Plenty of shade trees are a plus. Wessex off N. Park Victoria. Picnic Group Capacity (GC): 25 Building Group Capacity (GC): 52
Jose Higuera Adobe Park – Historic site and picnic area. Park off Wessex. Pl.
Calle Oriente – A nice neighborhood park with two handball courts, two tables, and play equipment. Calle Oriente off N. Park Victoria Group Capacity (GC): 10
Cardoza Park – This 10-acre park features a lighted ball diamond, two horse-shoe pits, volleyball poles, and an outdoor amphitheater. A great location for functions, it also includes 8 barbecue pits, 19 tables, restrooms, play equipment, and parking for 133. Kennedy Dr. at N. Park Victoria. Group Capacity (GC): 125
Cerano Park – A nice neighborhood park with 4 tables, 2 barbeque units, 1 tennis court, half basketball court, play structure, open grass area and small parking lot (6 spaces). Adjacent to the Coyote Creek Trail. Location: Near 751 Murphy Ranch Rd.
Creighton Park – With 4 barbecue pits, 9 tables, and play equipment, this 5-acre park is a great site for family outings. Milpitas’ first all-abilities playground, dog play areas for big and little pooches, exercise stations, restroom and more. Olympic west of S. Park Victoria. Group Capacity (GC): 20
Dixon Landing Park – This 11 acre park has 3 tennis courts, 6 barbecue pits, 10 picnic tables, a basketball hoop, play equipment, restrooms, and parking for 84. A terrific place for special gatherings. Dixon Landing and Milmont. Group Capacity (GC): 50
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Your first stop should be the visitor center, located near the Dumbarton Bridge toll plaza in Fremont. The center is perched on a hillside above miles of salt marsh, tidal sloughs, mudflats, and salt ponds.
Foothill Park – A nice little 4-acre park that includes 3 barbecue pits, 4 tables, and play equipment. Roswell Dr. at Roswell Ct. Group Capacity (GC): 25
Gill Memorial Park – This 5.1-acre park has a lighted ball diamond, 3 tennis courts, 2 handball courts, and a basketball court, plus 4 barbecues, 8 tables, play equipment, restrooms, and parking for 45. Paseo Refugio and Santa Rita. Group Capacity (GC): 50
Hall Memorial Park – Two barbecue pits, 6 tables, 4 tennis courts, play equipment, restrooms, and parking for 18 make this 9.5-acre park a nice place. La Honda and Coyote. Group Capacity (GC): 25
Hillcrest Park – This 5.2-acre park offers 7 barbecue pits, 8 tables, and a tot lot for kids. Fieldcrest off Crescent. Group Capacity (GC): 15
John McDermott Park – This .95 acre park has 3 shaded picnic tables, 2 playgrounds, and a restroom. Across from Post Office. Alvarez Ct, off Abel St. Group Capacity (GC): 15
Murphy Park – This 8.7-acre park is a favorite place to gather with the kids. It features plenty of open space, restrooms, play equipment, and a lovely picnic area with 5 barbecue pits and 6 tables. Yellowstone east of S. Park Victoria. Incorrectly called Sinnott Park on map. Group Capacity (GC): 50
Oliver Jones Park – This 5.2 acre park offers a par course, play equipment, 2 barbecue pits, and 5 tables. Jacklin at Hillview. Group Capacity (GC): 30
O’Toole Elms Park – The 1.51 acre park includes 8 picnic tables, 1 barbecue unit and 2 playgrounds. Abel St., N. of Curtis Ave. Group Capacity (GC): 30
Parc Metro, East, Middle, West – Series of parks in development near Great Mall. Park Metro East also has barbeque units and is reservable. Curtis Ave. east of Main St.. Group Capacity (GC): 20
Pecot Park – This 8-acre park has 4 tennis courts, 3 acre park along Hetch Hetchy Right of Way. Northern end of long trail going south through many of the Milpitas parks. Dixon Landing, west of Conway.
Pinewood Park – This 8-acre park has 4 tennis courts, 2 barbecue pits, 4 tables, a basketball hoop and a tot lot. Lonetree and Starlite Dr. Group Capacity (GC): 30.
Regional Parks
Start with your favorite activity, from archery to water skiing, and you can find a Regional Park where you can do it from this site. Other ways of searching, too.
Robert E. Browne Park (AKA Yellowstone Park) – A great place to play tennis on the 4 lighted courts, with a large grassy area and par course. Restrooms and parking are available across the street. Yellowstone east of South Park Victoria.
Sandalwood Park – A nice little 1.5-acre neighborhood park good for lunchtime picnics. It features 3 barbecue pits, 3 tables, and play equipment. Escuela Pkwy. and Russell. Group Capacity (GC): 25
Santa Clara County Open Space Authority
Preserves, protects and manages, for the use and enjoyment of all people, a well-balanced system of urban and non-urban areas of outstanding scenic, recreational and agricultural importance.
Selwyn Park – This small neighborhood park provides a playground, plus 2 picnic tables with barbecue pits. (Selwyn Dr. off Dempsey Rd.) Group Capacity (GC): 15
Sinnott Park – A nice 4.7 acre park that includes a par course, play equipment, 2 barbecue pits, and 3 tables. Clear Lake and Tahoe. Group Capacity (GC): 20
Starlite Park – The 4 acre park offers a nice place for family fun, with horse-shoe pits, play equipment, 3 barbecue pits, and 5 tables. Rudyard and Abbott Ave. Group Capacity (GC): 15
Strickroth Park – This 5.7 acre park with parking for 25 offers play equipment, 2 barbecue pits, and 6 tables. Martil and Gemma off E. Tramway. Group Capacity (GC): 25
Sunnyhills Albert Augustine Jr. Memorial Park – Plenty of open space, plus play equipment, 4 barbecue pits, and 9 tables in this 6 acre park. Cortez and Coelho off Escuela Group Capacity (GC): 65.
Tom Evatt Park – This 5.46 acre park has 16 picnic tables, 4 barbecue units, many benches. There are 2 half basketball courts, 2 tennis courts and 2 Bocce ball courts. A playground for the kids and a large lawn area makes this a fun park for all ages. Abel St. and Machado St. Group Capacity (GC): 25
See also ~ Keeping Cool
When the summer heat sizzles, here’s some suggestions for keeping cool.
The newest facility for the Recreation Department, the Milpitas Skatepark, opened October 16, 2020 at the Milpitas sports Center.
The Milpitas Skate Park is a beautiful 20,000-square foot, all-wheel skate experience, with a combination of transition and street terrain.
Features include mini terrain ramps, seat walls, stairs, and rails. There are two bowls to accommodate varying skill levels, a deep bowl with vertical wall pool coping and a transition on the far side into another bowl area, and a shallow bowl with steel coping. The Skate Park also includes seating areas, shade areas, and sports lighting.
Please enjoy the Skate Park safely! In addition to City of Milpitas Parks Regulations, the Milpitas Skate Park has Skate Park Rules designed to ensure the facility is safe and welcoming for all users. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Temporary Public Health Rules are also in effect. Users who do not adhere to posted rules can be asked to leave.
Skate Park Rules
(Milpitas Municipal Code Title V, Chapter 9, 7.02)
Users are required to wear helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads at all times while skating.
Non-City provided obstacles, ramps, or jumps are not allowed.
Skate Park use is on a first-come, first-served basis. The facility is open to all skateboarders, roller skaters, cyclists, wheelchair users and others operating non-motorized wheeled devices.
Users under twelve (12) years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Unsafe or reckless behavior is not allowed.
Glass is not allowed.
Drinking or eating on the skate surface is not allowed.
Smoking and vaping are not allowed.
Pets are not allowed on the skate surface.
Users of the Skate Park do so at their own risk. The City provides no on-site supervision. The City shall not be liable for any injuries or damage resulting from the use of this facility.
Milpitas and Silicon Valley have lots of great places for taking a walk or serious hiking. Here are groups who organize hikes to go together and make friends.
Clubs & Organizations
Bay Area Hiking And Anything Fun
This group is all about having a great time in the company of people with shared interests such as hiking, running, walking, bicycling, and a wide range of other activities and adventures we do together.
Bay Area Orienteering Club
We’ve gone orienteering with this group for several years now at local parks. Object is, with a map and compass, to locate ‘controls’ and not get lost.
Mission Peak Striders
A group of recreational runners of all ability levels from the Southeast Bay Area (Fremont, Hayward, Union City, Newark, Milpitas). We meet for regularly scheduled runs on Saturday and Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Mt Diablo Guided Hikes, Walks & Events
MDIA sponsored hikes are free and open to all. Hikers are requested to arrive promptly at scheduled times. Site also shows popular trails to hike on your own. Mt Diablo is located about 30 miles to the north and east of Milpitas, off of I-680.
Open Space Appreciation Hiking Enthusiasts
The Open Space Authority docents are friendly, engaging and won’t make you cry hiking up the hill (unless you like killer hikes and then they have some crazy intense hikers, too). This group is for anyone who likes to go hiking, or for walks and would like people to go with. If you like walking with other people, if you are shy, friendly, outgoing, or just love being outdoors, this is a chance to hang out with some fun people.
Sleep Late and Hike
Interested in spending more time on the weekends in nature? Want to explore more of the Bay Area? Are you an afternoon person? Like to walk at a moderate pace? This may be the group for you!
Today’s Youth Matter
Makes use of gently used sleeping bags, tents, kayaks and canoes during their annual summer camps, which give at-risk children a weeklong escape. Baseballs, bats and tennis rackets also go a long way in bringing the fun back to a child’s life. 461 Valley Way, Milpitas, 408-719-9125.
Events
Bay Area Hiker Facebook Page
Members may announce hikes welcoming others to join in. Also find announcements for trail building volunteers. You will also find out about closed parks, often because of storm damage to roads.
Milpitas residence believe that keeping fit is important. Here you will find the nearby fitness center to suit your needs. Some teams are here, but do look under the category of Sports & Recreation for more.
Advice
Overview of California’s Health Studio Services Contract Law
All health studio contracts must be in writing. The contract may not require payments that total more than $3,000 not including finance charges (this amount increases to $4,400 on January 1, 2010) over the contract term. The duration of the contract may not exceed three years, and the contract may not require payments for longer than the term of the contract. Read on before signing any health club contract!
Milpitas Pickleball Club
Whether or not you are an MPC member, everyone is welcome to play pickleball at courts with Milpitas. Join to participate to encourage /city to improve pickleball courts, find other players, and get invites to parties.
Tennisball Cricket Association
There are about 5/6 teams that play in Milpitas. Baslog (Bay Area Sloggers) – on Thomas Russell School ground. Spanglers – on Spanglers elementary school ground. There are a couple others who play on Dixon Landing Park. Teams can register on the web site and join these teams or contact them.
Sports Programs & Training
Barbara Lee Senior Center
Seniors age 50 and older will find a comfortable workout environment and an even better price at the Barbara Lee Senior Center Fitness Room. Our Senior Center Fitness Room cardio equipment includes treadmills, upright and recumbent stationary bikes, and elliptical machines. Other equipment includes Life Fitness weight machines to work your arms, legs, upper body, and core, and cable motion pulley machine. 40 North Milpitas Boulevard 408-586-3400
Bay Badminton Center
The largest Badminton facility in the Bay Area with 12 wellspaced, well-lit courts. Summer camp program. 1191 Montague (near 680 in Fleming Business Park). 408-942-2888
India Community Center Table Tennis Center
The hub for enrichment classes and camps in the bay area with high quality structured program. This center houses the largest Table Tennis program in North America launched in 2005. The Table Tennis program has produced many National Champions including 7 Olympians in last 3 Olympics.
For more information, email ICC. 1507 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-945-9556 x 250
Milpitas Skatepark Page
This Facebook group is for those who support a skatepark in Milpitas, skaters, their parents and friends and anyone else who is excited that we are finally getting skatepark in Milpitas! Soon to open at the Milpitas Sports Canter, linked next.
Milpitas Sports Center
This recently renovated facility is designed to promote healthy lifestyles in the community for physical, as well as mental well being, by providing quality, safe, healthy, accessible, clean and well-supervised environments. Drop-In Sports – Open Gym Volleyball and Pickleball. 1325 E. Calaveras Blvd. 408-586-3225
Milpitas Star Aquatics and Fitness
With convenient freeway access from neighboring cities, the new aquatic and fitness center offers indoor swimming lessons, competitive swimming, lap swimming, summer camps, steam and sauna, cardio machines, weight training machines, free weights, aerobics, yoga classes, and much more. 1818 Clear Lake Ave. 408-800-8838
Mount Olive Community Life Center
Free instructor-led aerobics class every Thursday night from 6 -7 PM. It is a great work out for all levels. Child care is available for a suggested donation of $1 per child. Please email Marcie if you plan to utilize child care. 1989 E. Calaveras Blvd. 408-262-0506
9Round
Kickboxing circuit training. We are a Black-owned health facility that has been in operation since 2018, successfully navigating to stay open during the pandemic. We are looking to connect with local residents in the new year and promote health and wellness. Instagram. Facebook. 91 Dempsey Rd. 408-493-6328
Planet Fitness
We strive to create a workout environment where everyone feels accepted and respected. That’s why at Planet Fitness Milpitas, CA we take care to make sure our club is clean and welcoming, our staff is friendly, and our certified trainers are ready to help. Whether you’re a first-time gym user or a fitness veteran, you’ll always have a home in our Judgement Free Zone™. 158 Ranch Dr. 408-957-8906
Milpitans love to go bicycling in the flatlands along the Bay or up in the mountains to Ed Levin Park or Mission Peak. Sometimes the Amgen Bike Tour of California has gone through Milpitas. Locate groups to go biking with. Find a map of local bikeways.
Movie I took of Amgen Bike Tour 2006
First leg of the loop along Piedmont Road near Seacliff here in Milpitas.
Amgen Bike Tour of California
Stage 3 of the race went along Piedmont Rd., Milpitas, CA, on May 15, 2012
Taken by me, Ann Zeise, from Yosemite and Piedmont Road
Bike to Work Wherever Day
Whether you bike every day or once every couple of months – to work, to school, to the farmer’s market, to the library – you’re invited to join thousands in celebration of the humble bicycle. May is Bike Month, and you, your friends, and your family are welcome to ride with us on May 18, 19 and 20 for Bike to Wherever Days. Will you pledge to ride?
Hellyer Velodrome The Hellyer Park Velodrome remains closed, but check for updates here. Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation re-opened some low risk park facilities last week, where you can recreate alone or with members of the same household. Hellyer County Park Velodrome strives to promote the sport of track cycling by offering diversified racing programs, developing athletes, providing healthy fitness programs for the community and bringing world-class track racing to the Northern California area.
Mt. Hamilton Challenge Still due to Covid – 19, the ride for this year – 2021 is canceled. We are looking forward to the 2022 Mount Hamilton Challenge! Check back in February 2022.
Bike East Bay
Bike East Bay was founded in 1972 (as the East Bay Bicycle Coalition) a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting bicycling as an everyday means of transportation and recreation. Facebook page.
Local
Almaden Cycle Touring Club
A group of Silicon Valley bicycling enthusiasts with a wide range of abilities. They sponsor safe and fun events for beginner and advanced cyclists.
Cherry City Cyclists
For us, rides are social events, not races, so we make every attempt to ride as a group for safety and camaraderie. Our members ride all sorts of bicycles: road bikes, mountain bikes, tandems, hybrids, etc. We also do special events, such as overnight rides to Sacramento, San Juan Bautista, Santa Cruz, Monterey, etc.
Fremont Freewheelers Bicycle Club
Organization which promotes all facets of bicycling, including leisure, recreational, touring and racing, always with an emphasis on bicycle safety and education.
San Jose Bicycle Club
Come get some great racing practice of all different formats during our Winter Series. Our Winter Series is famous for fun formats and all different types of races (Individual Time Trial, Hill Climb, Criterium, Road Race), plus our Clinic. Come try out racing in a friendly environment. This is the time to try different things and get some more race practice. Check out all of the details HERE.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition
Since the Fall of 2017, SVBC has been working to make its commitment to cultural humility and social justice central to the organization and its work. It is a big challenge and a huge learning curve overcoming a long legacy of inequities in the bike movement. A forum for bicyclists to organize, discuss common concerns, and take action.
Western Wheelers Bicycle Club
WWBC rides have re-started under COVID restrictions. Please read WWBC Guidelines prior to participating in a club ride. A nonprofit organization based on the San Francisco Peninsula (Palo Alto) that hosts a variety of rides every month to suit cyclists of all abilities.
California Bicycle Coalition
Harnesses public and private resources to make our streets and trails good places to ride, to educate bicyclists and motorists regarding their respective rights and responsibilities, and to promote competent bicycling as a safe, clean, fun and healthy means of transportation and recreation.
Santa Clara Countywide Bike Plan
The plan establishes a network of Cross County Bikeway Corridors that will provide continuous, complete bike connections across the county. The plan also identifies locations where new and improved bike connections are needed across freeways, rail lines and creeks. Lastly, the plan identifies ways to make it easier for people to use their bike with transit, including bike access to major transit stops, bike parking at stops, and bicycle accommodations on board. Here is the Countywide Bicycle Plan published in February 2018.
Kids
Bicycle Safety Activity Activity Kit
A bicycle is actually a non-motorized vehicle and just like driving a motorized vehicle, there are responsibilities that go along with it to ensure personal safety as well as the safety of others. That’s why it is so important to teach your children the basic principles of bicycle safety.
Laws
California Bicycle Laws
The California Vehicle Code contains the state laws that specify where and how bikes must operate. For the most part, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers. There are some specific rules. Below, for your benefit, we summarize the key sections of the law that relate to cycling.
Mountain Biking Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley Mountain Bikers. A non-profit 501(c)(3) mountain bike organization promoting mountain bike recreation and establishing sustainable trail access in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. SVMTB is a regional chapter of the International Mountain Biking Association.
Online
BA.bicycles
News group message board for bicyclists in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition Facebook Group
Our purpose is to create a healthy community, environment, and economy through bicycling for people who live, work, or play in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. We envision a community that values, includes, and encourages bicycling for all purposes for all people.
Milpitas and Silicon Valley have lots of fun places to go and things to do indoors. Here’s how to find the best! Come play in Milpitas.
Activities
Big Al’s sports bar, bowling center and arcade
Dogs welcome in our courtyard. Integrated in to the fabric of local communities and with 45,000-70,000 SQFT of the latest arcade games, 18-42 bowling lanes, and the region’s largest HD projection screens (55’!) as focal points of stadium-style Sports Bars, Big Al’s appeals to families, sports enthusiasts, event planners and anyone looking for a great time with great food in a contemporary NW-style atmosphere. 27 Ranch Drive 669-271-0011
Bay Badminton Center
Our center offers both drop-in/open play for non-members, discounted pre-paid cards, and full membership for playing badminton. Alternatively, courts may be rented on an hourly basis. 1191 Montague Expy. (Inside Montague Court at Flemings Business Park) 408-942-2888
Bintang Badminton
Indoor courts with lessons & shop. Through the badminton academy, many people who have never played badminton before have developed a passion for the sport; many people who have played before but were never serious have developed a competitive spirit. 746 S Milpitas Blvd 408-934-9915
Dave & Busters
At the north end of the Great Mall, packed with things to do for the 21+ crowd, but mid-day kid-friendly with parental supervision. 940 Great Mall Dr. 408-957-9215
ICC Table Tennis program
North America’s largest dedicated table tennis center and is home for 2012 USA Olympic team Timothy Wang, Ariel Hsing, Lily Zhang and ITTF high performance coach Massimo Costantinin and six full time nationally acclaimed coaching staff. The sky is limit for this amazing program and with your support it will continue to grow and push the limits of table tennis. For updates, see their Facebook page. 1507 N Milpitas Blvd. 408-945-9556
Milpitas Charity Bingo
See link for dates and times. To receive a notification to receive coupons, discounts, news and event announcements, text “MCB” to 71441 or to 844-MCBINGO. Usually has games Wed-Sun, starting at 6:30pm. Proceeds fund local non-profits who host the games. Now introducing the Milpitas Charity Bingo Mobile App/ 461 S Milpitas Blvd Suite 3 408-550-2310
Bay Area Kid Fun
Find fun things to do in the San Francisco Bay Area.
City Recreation Services
We operate the Milpitas Community Center, Milpitas Sports Center, and the Barbara Lee Senior Center and oversee rentals for City buildings, picnic areas, sports fields and courts.
Museums and Other Fun Centers for Kids
Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose
We’re excited to welcome you back! Reserve a play session today. Members no longer need to make reservations. My son once requested that we “go to that place where you get to play in the street.” Site has links to children’s museums all over the country.
Kidtopia
Equipped with some of the most exciting and active play structures, Kidtopia seeks to be a unique indoor recreation center that will allow children to develop critical skills at a young age. 4620 Auto Mall PkwyFremont, CA 94538 510-573-1763
Tech Museum of San Jose
We encourage curiosity for science, engineering, math and technology in students on field trips, educators in our professional development programs, and families in our communities. We strive to ensure that everyone we serve has the opportunity to learn skills the future will demand.
Other Stuff to Do
Simply Fun Children’s Birthday Parties
What could be more fun than having half the work done for you? This Milpitas mom has all the ingredients all kitted up for you. 1250 Ames Ave. Suite 201 408-620-4FUN
No, it doesn’t often snow in Milpitas, and never enough to ski, but many love to head to the Northern California slopes near Truckee, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. Here’s our favorite nearby ski areas within about a 4-hour drive of Silicon Valley or San Francisco.
The recent storm brought blizzard conditions to the Sierras. Many resorts are closing some or all lifts, and roads up in the Sierras are dangerous driving. As the Weekend of December 16-18 approaches, roads may be clearing up.
If I missed one, please email me with the URL if you have it.
Ski Clubs
Blue Angels Next session: Winter 2022/23. The Blue Angels are offering our youth a ski and snowboard program. The Blue Angels ski program offers 5 Saturday ski trips to Sierra-at-Tahoe for ages 7 to 16, all ability levels. Nearest bus pickup is in Danville at 5:30am.
Ski Reports
Sierra Nevada Snow Report
Includes webcams, powder alert, opening dates, and snow forecast, and more.
Ski Lake Tahoe Ski Reports
Get the snow and weather reports for all Tahoe ski areas right here, as well as ideas for other things to do in the area.
Tahoe Weather Forecast
Check the snow and rain and for just plain “great” conditions for skiing here. 10-day forecast.
Ski Resorts
North Lake Tahoe
Some open by Thanksgiving, but with few lifts running. Check lift status.
Diamond Peak Open. At Incline Village (Upscale area) on the Nevada side of Tahoe. Guaranteed ski conditions or your money back. 30 runs, even dog passes for $3. Community-owned, fiercely independent and community-driven – those are the key differentiating factors that make Diamond Peak distinct in the crowded Lake Tahoe ski resort scene. Check Facebook and Twitter for announcements.
Donner Ski Ranch Opens Thursday, December 15, 2022. Check for opening of weekdays later. Webcams currently showing level of snow. Please check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date info on our operations or call (530) 426-3635. If you are searching for a simpler, more relaxed ski & snowboard experience, a resort that offers everything the major resorts do, without the hassles and expense, Donner Ski Ranch is the resort Playfor you and your family. Lift status. Please call (530) 426-3635 for the most up-to-date Chair Lift Operation Status.
Homewood Mountain Resort Opens Friday December 16, 2022.Check lift status. Stellar views and kids 10 and under ski free (with the purchase of an adult ticket). On Tahoe’s west shore. Home of the 2000 Snowboard Junior Olympics.
Mt. Rose Opened Friday, November 18, 2022.Santa Ski Day December 17. Come ski in your Santa Costume or come to watch. Special feature is the “Adaptive Ski School” open to individuals of all types of abilities to learn or improve skiing skills. Package includes adaptive equipment and lift ticket.
Northstar-At-Tahoe Open. 52 INCHES IN 48 HOURS! This Storm Delivered! Great early season conditions continue with the newest storm. Say tuned to Lift and Terrain status for the most up to date info! Mountain Cam. Check for lift status. Check Facebook. Lake Tahoe’s premier year-round resort offering 2,420 acres of skiing and snowboarding. Open for golf in warm months.
Palisades Tahoe Name just change for Squaw Valley. Read more. Open. The storm has delivered over 9 feet of snow to our upper mountains! The Base to Base Gondola opens this Saturday, 12/17. Check Facebook. Ready to start Trip Planning now?
Royal Gorge Cross-Country Ski Resort Open daily. Check for trail conditions. North America’s largest cross country skiing resort, located near Lake Tahoe California. North America’s largest XC resort, Royal Gorge offers 6 distinct trail systems featuring 8 different warming huts across 6,000 acres, seamlessly integrated with the Village at Sugar Bowl. Not just cross country, but also skate skiing, snow shoeing, dog trails, and beginner trails for small children.
Sugar Bowl Ski runs open now. Sugar Rush tubing opening December 17, 2022. Check Facebook for ski conditions and job openings. Season pass for children 5 and under includes free rentals and two 3-hour lessons. The new quad lift is a few steps off the deck of the classic Village Lodge. Check the Current conditions. It is located before Truckee. Here’s how to get there.
Achieve Tahoe, formerly Disabled Sports USA Far West Open. Located within Palisades Tahoe. Achieve provides instruction and adaptive equipment for hundreds of students each winter. Our experienced instructors and highly trained volunteers make skiing possible for anyone with a disability. Miniature horses are not permitted on lifts, just incase you needed to know this.
South Lake Tahoe
Heavenly Open. Check Facebook. Last post Nov. 10, 2022: “We’re stoked to be able to open earlier than anticipated. A HUGE thank you to our snowmaking team and to Mother Nature for making it all happen. We are next level stoked…and we can’t wait to see you!” Choose your own adventure at Heavenly! A mountain so big it has to be seen to be believed. And even then you won’t believe it. Diverse terrain.
Kirkwood Open. Check Facebook. Dec. 12: “We have received 46 inches of snow throughout this storm!! This means there is LOTS of avalanche mitigation work to still do across our mountain. Uphill access is closed and it is extremely important that no one travels uphill in our inbound ski area. Always call the Uphill Access Hotline before heading out: 209-258-7444” Get a group-rated season pass. Claims to have the deepest snow in north America. Noted for its fine alpine cross country skiing. From The San Francisco Bay: Use Interstate 580, State Route 205 to Interstate 5 North, Route 4 East to Route 99 North, and Route 88 East (3.25 hrs.)
Sierra-At-Tahoe Open. There is an updated map as of September 30, courtesy of Atlas Tree and the El Dorado RCD, that shows exactly which runs and terrain have been completed. As a reminder, ‘complete’ in green means the area has been assessed, fire damaged trees have been cut, decked, and are being hauled off the mountain to Tahoe Forest Products in Carson City. How to Play here this season. Check Facebook or Twitter. Downhill skiing and snowboarding resort. Family-friendly. Check for conditions.
Soda Springs Open. Check Facebook. Soda Springs operating schedule. Open from 10am – 4pm. Families can take the kids snow tubing, skiing, snowboarding, sledding and snowshoeing, all on one lift ticket. Home to one of California’s first snow tubing areas. Located just off I-80 at Donner Summit.
Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area Open…We are OPEN today for season pass holders, day tickets, retail, rentals, lessons. Cafe amenities are open weekend only, and we have nutrition bars, snacks and cookies daily. Stay tuned to this page for updates. Rentals available. Check Facebook. Day lodge. Welcomes dogs on 7.5 kilometers of trail weekdays and Sunday afternoons that aren’t holidays.
Plumas Ski Club Open when club members want to ski. Come try skiing on brand new 12-16 foot long board skis just like the old time ski races of the 1860’s. Holds long board ski races in January. Near the Eureka Gold Mine in the historic ghost town of Johnsville, California, and the top resorts in Graeagle, north of Truckee about 40 miles. Noted for longboard skiing. Depends on volunteers to open.
Yosemite South
Badger Pass – Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area
Opens Friday December 16, 2022, conditions permitting. Check the Yosemite Park Facebook. Stay in lovely Yosemite and shuttle to the ski resort. Whether it’s a day of downhill skiing at Badger Pass or ice skating against the backdrop of Half Dome at alpenglow, the memories of winter in Yosemite will last a lifetime. Please call the Snow Phone at 209.372.1000 for conditions, weather and ski area information.
Big Bear Mountain Ski Resort Open. Check Facebook. This new interactive site has been designed to bring the scene at Bear Mountain into the homes of snowboarders and skiers across Southern California and the world. Daily action photos, weekly video clips, live cams, the BS forum, live weather and current news. Have you ever ridden a snow bike or snow skate?
Dodge Ridge Skiing and Snowboarding Open. 150″ of snow already. Check Facebook. Near Emigrant Gap, so closest snow to south Bay Area. Take the easy drive up Hwy. 108 for the Closest Snow to Home. Look for our new Half Pipe located on Center Bowl. 300 ft long and 13 ft high and cut by the new Zaugg cutter.
Mammoth Open. Conditions have been absolutely all-time these last few days. Check Facebook. Hours of Operation. They offer snowmobiling, x-country, skiing, snowboarding and a sports school.
