Maps and tips for hiking, biking, and walking routes across the region.
Explore the rolling grasslands and oak woodlands of Pearson-Arastradero Preserve, a 622-acre open space in Palo Alto offering over 10 miles of multi-use trails, rich wildlife, and a deep history from Ohlone times to the present. This guide covers everything from trail details and accessibility to rules and nearby attractions.
Byxbee Park, a 30-acre reclaimed landfill on the Palo Alto Baylands, blends environmental restoration with striking public art. Designed by Hargreaves Associates, the park features sculpted hills, a forest of poles, and shell mounds that frame sweeping views of San Francisco Bay. This guide covers everything from trail details and accessibility to history and visitor logistics.
Explore Foothills Nature Preserve, a 1,400-acre wilderness in the Santa Cruz Mountains above Palo Alto. Discover its serene lake, diverse trails, rich history, and abundant wildlife. This guide covers everything from hours and parking to trail descriptions and regulations, ensuring a well-prepared visit to this cherished open space.
Explore San Francisquito Creek as it winds through Palo Alto, a vital riparian corridor rich in history, wildlife, and recreational opportunities. From the ancient El Palo Alto redwood to the baylands, this guide covers trails, ecology, and essential visitor information for one of the Peninsula’s defining natural landmarks.
Discover the rich tapestry of Foothills Nature Preserve, a 1,400-acre sanctuary in the Santa Cruz Mountains. From its diverse oak woodlands and chaparral ecosystems to its 15-mile trail network and storied past as a private ranch turned public open space, this guide offers an encyclopedic look at one of the Bay Area’s most cherished natural landmarks.
Explore the rich network of parks, trails, and open spaces that define Palo Alto’s landscape. This comprehensive guide covers history, ecology, recreation, planning, and future trends for residents, visitors, and planners alike.
