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Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve

ExplorePalo Alto, Peninsula4.6/5

Over Deze Plek

One of the most spectacular spring wildflower displays in the Bay Area with carpets of poppies, lupines, and Indian paintbrush on rolling grasslands. Easy hiking trails along the ridge with views of the Pacific Ocean and Bay. The 2.5-mile Ridge Trail loop is gentle enough for young hikers.

Info

Leeftijdscategorie

2-5, 5-8, 8-12

Type Locatie

Outdoor

Prijsniveau

Free

Beste Tijd

Late March-May for spectacular wildflowers

Parkeren

Free at Skyline Blvd and Alpine Rd intersection.

Tips

Peak wildflowers late March-May. Ancient Oaks Trail is a shaded 1-mile loop. No dogs. Free parking.

Kinderwagenvriendelijk--Verschoontafel--Eten Ter Plaatse--Reservering Nodig--

Tags

wildflowershikingviewsnature-preservefree
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