Near Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop
The sunset trail as it winds its way through the fields in the preserve. Wildflowers bloom in the fields in the spring, and animals feed in the fields in the evenings.
Near Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop
The fields light up in the evening as the sun sets.
Near Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop
The Serpentine and Old Stage Road Trails can be seen off to the left.
Near Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop
The trail levels out as it approaches the Sunset Trail. Animals feed alongside the trail in the evening.
Near Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop
The Sunset Trail winds through the preserve as fields of wildflowers can be seen on either side. The gentle climb on the Ridgeview Trail offers great views.

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Edgewood Nature Preserve Loop

5.0 (1 Rating)
Escape from routine, and go for a quick midweek run in the middle of your neighborhood.
5.5
mi
Distance
1,065
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
Opens at 8:00 A.M. every day throughout the year (holidays included). The closing time varies by time of year.

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Flatter
Steeper
5.53mi
Distance
1,065ft
Elevation Gain
1,065ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
869ft
High Point
222ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
A perfect blend of fire-roads and singletrack trails makes climbing fun, but keeps flat segments easy and safe, allowing you to enjoy wonderful views of Peninsula Watershed.
History & Background
The geologic history of Edgewood is traced back 35,165 million years ago when the rock that underlies much of this region was formed by two converging tectonic plates, the Farallon and North American. The Farallon plate was forced under the American plate and large amounts of rock were left behind. One, serpentinite, is a very rare rock type that is found at Edgewood. This underlying rock is a very unique feature of the Park that can be observed in the serpentine grasslands and rock outcroppings.The vegetative history of Edgewood reflects numerous geologic and climatic changes. Relics of Neotropical forest (California Bay Laurel, California Buckeye), Actotertiary forest (Coastal Redwood, Douglas-fir) and Madroteriary forest (Madrone, Manzanita, and Poison Oak) are found there.

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