The mixture of meadows and forests of the Edgewood Nature Preserve allows a great biodiversity to thrive.

Here, on the Franciscan Trail, you cross a large part of the open meadow, and you can see different birds very different from those encountered in the woods.

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1. Sylvan Loop

6.06km

01:47

190m

Hike the easy 3.8-mile Sylvan Loop in Edgewood Park & Nature Preserve, gaining 610 feet, with views from Ridgeview Trail.

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2. Edgewood Trail loop from Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve

7.61km

02:14

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Viewpoint at Ridgeview Trail loop from Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve

5.08km

01:24

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 414 m

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Redwood City, San Mateo County, California, United States

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Franciscan Trail

1. Sylvan Loop

2. Edgewood Trail loop from Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve

3. Viewpoint at Ridgeview Trail loop from Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve

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