The topography of Campbell is overwhelmingly flat, sitting on the valley floor with a subtle gradient that slopes gently downward toward the San Francisco Bay. The average elevation is approximately 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level.
There are no mountains, significant hills, or deep canyons within the city limits. The lowest points follow the channel of Los Gatos Creek, while the western and southern edges of the city sit at a slightly higher elevation as the terrain begins a gradual ascent toward the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, which form a dramatic backdrop just a few miles to the south and west.