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Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail

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  2. CA
  3. …Bay Area
  4. …Emerald Hills
  5. Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve
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“A longer trail leading hikers to the most expansive views in Pulgas Ridge. ”

Miguel Vieira
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2.3

Miles

3.6

KM

Point to Point

810' 247 m

High

339' 103 m

Low

594' 181 m

Up

201' 61 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

34%

Max Grade (19°)

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This trail rises from Cordilleras Creek to some of the highest points in Pulgas Ridge, with expansive views of the Santa Cruz Mountains and the southern Peninsula. This is one of the longer trails in the park, but the additional effort of hiking the length of this route is rewarded with spectacular views.

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Land Manager: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space

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Miguel Vieira
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  4.8 from 4 votes

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in Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve

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  4.8 from 4 votes
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in Pulgas Ridge Open Spac…

#546

in California

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The best views in the preserve are from the top of the Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail. Views of the South Bay, Edgewood Preserve, and the surrounding communities can be seen from here.
Mar 26, 2017 near Emerald…, CA
Forest in Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.
Dec 27, 2016 near Emerald…, CA
The woods along the Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail are very peaceful.
Jun 17, 2015 near Emerald…, CA
Dogs are allowed on the trail, although they should be on leash. There is a portion of the preserve for dogs to be off leash, but the Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail is outside that zone.
Mar 26, 2017 near Emerald…, CA
On the Polly Geraci Trail in Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.
Dec 27, 2016 near Emerald…, CA

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