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0h 49m30 miles2 stops
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Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 850 native and exotic animals. We're recognized for our outstanding animal care, particularly our elephant care program, and for our Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California. June 2018 introduced Oakland Zoo guests to an entirely new experience, California Trail, a monumental expansion furthering our commitment to animal care, education, and conservation with a focus on this state’s remarkable native wildlife—both past and present.
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Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
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Santa Cruz to San Jose
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Start:Oakland Zoo
Oakland, California·
4.5
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Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 850 native and exotic animals. We're recognized for our outstanding animal care, particularly our elephant care program, and for our Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California. June 2018 introduced Oakland Zoo guests to an entirely new experience, California Trail, a monumental expansion furthering our commitment to animal care, education, and conservation with a focus on this state’s remarkable native wildlife—both past and present.
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Start:Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
San Francisco, California·
3.0
(7) review
At the corner of Gillman Avenue and Hunters Point Expressway, San Francisco, CA 94124
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What's the driving distance between Santa Cruz and San Jose?
The distance is 30 miles
What's the travel time between Santa Cruz and San Jose?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 0h 49m mins in normal traffic
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