Near Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail
Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve. Bridge from the Trailhead.
Near Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail
The woods along the Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail are very peaceful.
Near Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail
On the Polly Geraci Trail in Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.
Near Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail
The best views in the preserve are from the top of the Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail. Views of the South Bay, Edgewood Preserve, and the surrounding communities can be seen from here.
Near Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail
Forest in Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.

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Dusky-footed Woodrat Trail

4.8 (4 Ratings)
A longer trail leading hikers to the most expansive views in Pulgas Ridge.
2.1
mi
Distance
614
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.07mi
Distance
614ft
Elevation Gain
227ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
816ft
High Point
337ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail rises from Cordilleras Creek to some of the highest points in Pulgas Ridge, with expansive views of the Santa Cruz Mountains and the southern Peninsula. This is one of the longer trails in the park, but the additional effort of hiking the length of this route is rewarded with spectacular views.

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