Near Old Ranch Trail
A lone oak tree stands in the distance along the Old Ranch Trail.
Near Old Ranch Trail
On a clear day, you can see Stanford campus.
Near Old Ranch Trail
Deer feed on the hillside at the intersection of the Bella Vista, Old Ranch and Monte Bello Road Trails.
Near Old Ranch Trail
View down Indian Creek Trail from the top.

Looking for more photos?

View All Photos
View in 3D Create Route Download & Navigate
Driving Directions
Hike Trail

Old Ranch Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
An alternate trail that runs parallel to Monte Bello Road.
1
mi
Distance
18
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Views

Route Map

View in 3D Create Route Download & Navigate
Share Route Driving Directions

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.99mi
Distance
18ft
Elevation Gain
246ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
2,680ft
High Point
2,444ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Old Ranch Trail follows along the ridge and parallels Monte Bello Road. The start of this trail can be accessed from the Indian Creek Trail and it is a good option for hikers wanting to make a smaller loop or for a change of scenery from the Monte Bello Road.

Route Conditions

Report Conditions
No Condition Reports
Report Conditions

Nearby Hike Routes

Find more hikes near: Los Altos Hills, California•Loyola, California•Los Altos, California
Black Mountain loop via Stevens Creek

Hike Route

Black Mountain loop via Stevens Creek

River/Creek
moderate
5.82 mi
+1,303 ft
Creek/Pipeline loop at Hidden Villa

Hike Route

Creek/Pipeline loop at Hidden Villa

River/Creek
moderate
1.34 mi
+156 ft
Hostel/Grapevine/Creek Trail Loop

Hike Route

Hostel/Grapevine/Creek Trail Loop

River/Creek
strenuous
2.38 mi
+611 ft
Black Mountain via Black Mountain Trail

Hike Route

Black Mountain via Black Mountain Trail

Views
moderate
9.98 mi
+2,559 ft
Ancient Oaks Trail

Hike Route

Ancient Oaks Trail

Birding
moderate
1.57 mi
+73 ft
Clouds Rest - Meadow Trail Loop

Hike Route

Clouds Rest - Meadow Trail Loop

Birding
easy
2.4 mi
+573 ft
Contributors
Kristen Arendt