Near Old Spanish Trail
Mossy old oak trees greet visitors to the Toyon Trail.
Near Old Spanish Trail
Experience a grove of lichen-covered blue oaks on the Old Spanish Trail.

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Old Spanish Trail

3.5 (2 Ratings)
Hike along a hillside with views of Portola Valley.
1.7
mi
Distance
533
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.68mi
Distance
533ft
Elevation Gain
41ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,223ft
High Point
703ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
At the intersection with the Alpine Trail, the Old Spanish Trail climbs south up a forested hillside and winds around a small canyon. The trail then passes several well-signed junctions before turning southeast through patches grassland and chaparral with views of Palo Alto and nearby Foothills Park. The trail ends at Old Spanish Trail road.

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Contributors
Miguel Vieira