Near West Ridge Trail
Redwood Bowl. Water Fountain straight ahead.
Near West Ridge Trail
Running up Orchard Trail. Steep!
Near West Ridge Trail
Taking Baccharis after running up West Ridge. Almost to Dunn Trail.
Near West Ridge Trail
Everyone has fun on this trail.
Near West Ridge Trail
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West Ridge Trail

3.9 (9 Ratings)
Multi-use ridge trail popular among hikers and mountain bikes.
4.2
mi
Distance
335
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.24mi
Distance
335ft
Elevation Gain
1,042ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
1,534ft
High Point
561ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Bay Area Ridge Trail Staff