Pulgas Ridge Double Loop with West Park Bistro

The Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve features a mixture of chaparral and forested trails, and a great view out over the Bay Area. This hike makes two loops through the preserve, a big one and a small one, in order to make a hike of a decent length in a small preserve.
Route: Cordilleras, Dusky-Footed Woodrat, Hassler, Polly Geraci, Dick Bishop, Blue Oak.
Length: 5.8 mi
Elevation: 1040 ft
Duration: Around 2.5 hours
Exposure: Mix of sun and shade
NWHiker rating: 13 - Moderate (higher end)
Restrooms: In parking lot.

Alltrails map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-f065d87--68
Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve website: https://www.openspace.org/preserves/pulgas-ridge
Location: Meet at the parking lot for Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve.
Directions: From 280, take Exit 29, Edgewood Road, eastbound. In just under a mile, turn left onto Crestwood. Take the first left onto Edmonds. The parking lot will be on your right. (There are only 23 spots in the preserve parking lot so carpooling would be a very good idea.) https://groupcarpool.com/t/br4eak
After the hike let's head over to West Park Bistro Located at 788 Laurel; San Carlos.
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