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Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails & Nature Walks

Find kid-friendly hiking trails & nature walks for families in Palo Alto.

Trailhead, Lexington Dam Loop

Trailhead, Lexington Dam Loop

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Los Gatos, CA 95030, United States

Soquel Demonstration State Forest

Soquel Demonstration State Forest

Natural area with mountain biking trails. Scenic forested park featuring redwoods, natural springs & a series of cycling trails.

29400 Highland Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033, United States

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Outdoor destination for hiking & biking. Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains.

Aptos Creek Rd, Aptos, CA 95003, United States

Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve

Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve

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4289 Casa Loma Rd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037

Elkhorn Slough Reserve

Elkhorn Slough Reserve

Marsh preserve with trails & ample fauna. Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails.

1700 Elkhorn Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076

Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve

Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve

Hiking trails, wildlife & dramatic views. 18,000-acre wilderness area in mountainous terrain with hiking trails, wildlife & valley views.

Mt Umunhum Rd, San Jose, CA 95120, United States

Lexington Reservoir County Park

Lexington Reservoir County Park

Hiking, boating & fishing destination. Scenic park & reservoir featuring hiking trails, picnic areas, a boat launch & shoreline fishing.

17770 Alma Bridge Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve

Demanding trails in a dog-friendly space. This 270-acre site welcomes dogs & provides challenging trails for hikers, bikers & equestrians.

Los Gatos, CA 95030, United States

Lucas Valley Preserve

Lucas Valley Preserve

Open space, scenic views & trails. A 1,271-acre preserve with valley views featuring lots of open space & trails for hiking & riding.

San Rafael, CA 94903, United States

Baltimore Canyon Preserve

Baltimore Canyon Preserve

Wooded hiking area with a waterfall. 193-acre park with trails through forests with large trees, a creek & waterfall, plus scenic views.

Blithedale Ridge Rd, Kentfield, CA 94904, United States

Tennessee Valley Trailhead

Tennessee Valley Trailhead

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591 Tennessee Valley Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941

High Ridge Loop Trail Head

High Ridge Loop Trail Head

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High Ridge Loop Trail, Hayward, CA 94544

Martin Canyon Creek Trailhead

Martin Canyon Creek Trailhead

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11598-11300 Bay Laurel St, Dublin, CA 94568, United States

Marsh Creek Trail Head

Marsh Creek Trail Head

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933 N Estates Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513, United States

Dublin Hills Regional Open Space Preserve

Dublin Hills Regional Open Space Preserve

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Calaveras Ridge Regional Trail, Dublin, CA 94568

UCSC Upper Campus Natural Reserve

UCSC Upper Campus Natural Reserve

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7487 Red Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064, United States

Moore Creek Preserve

Moore Creek Preserve

Open meadows with trails & scenic views. This 246-acre greenbelt offers hiking trails through grassy plains with views of the Monterey Bay.

Moore Creek Trail, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

Wilder Beach Overlook

Wilder Beach Overlook

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Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

Garden of Eden - Henry Cowell Redwood State Park

Garden of Eden - Henry Cowell Redwood State Park

Wooded hiking area with a swimming hole. Picturesque wilderness area featuring a riverside loop trail & a natural swimming hole.

CA-9, Felton, CA 95018, United States

Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic trail

Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic trail

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Santa Cruz, Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trl, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States

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