The hike from Razorback Ridge trailhead to the Windyhill summit is mostly through shaded sections. Sections of it kept cool from the fog rolling in from the Santa Cruz Mountains. The final section, Anniversary Trail is out in the open but has nice views of the bay.

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September 15, 2024

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Windy Hill Summit, located at an elevation of 1,905 feet within the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, offers great views of Silicon Valley and the Peninsula. The preserve stretches 1,132 acres along the east side of the Santa Cruz Mountains, coming up from the valley road near Portola Valley to this scenic summit. It’s a great spot to watch the sunset and take in views.

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1. Hamms Gulch to Spring Ridge Loop

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2. Windy Hill Summit loop from Portola Valley

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3. Windy Hill Summit loop from Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

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Location: Portola Valley, San Mateo County, California, United States

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