The 1,414-acre preserve features open grassland ridges and forests of redwood, fir and oak. Windy Hill is named for its distinctive, breezy grass-covered hilltop, which can be seen from many areas of the peninsula.

Windy Hill was the first land protection project completed by POST back in 1981. Today, it’s an ideal spot for flying kites, walking dogs, mountain biking and horseback riding. The grassy ridge top of this popular 1,335-acre open space preserve …

Explore one of 5 easy hiking trails in Windy Hill Open Space Preserve that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 111 to 1,784 feet in elevation gain.

Windy Hill Open Space Preserve is a regional park located in San Mateo County, California [1] and operated by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD). It is readily identifiable from the flatlands of the South Bay, as it is the only "naked" part of the peninsula range (not forested).

This loop travels around Windy Hill Open Space on either side of Hamms Gulch. Start by hiking up the Spring Ridge Trail, then follow the Anniversary Trail and Lost Trail closer to Skyline Boulevard. The Hamms Gulch Trail heads back down to the start.

2025年3月11日 · What are some tips to share about Bay Area Ridge Trail: Windy Hill Open Space Preserve? Trail begins from the Upper Razorback Ridge Trailhead and ends at the Spring Ridge Trailhead in Portola Valley. Additionally, car shuttle is possible.

Windy Hill is a popular and very enjoyable preserve that stretches from Portola Valley, at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, to the ridgetop Skyline Boulevard. It has some of the most attractive woodland east of Skyline Boulevard, including a few pretty impressive old …

Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. Windy Hill has about 1300 acres of land with about 12 miles of multiuse trails for hikers, bicyclists and equestrians.

2024年5月9日 · Windy Hill Open Space Preserve is a popular dog friendly hike in Portola Valley. Visit BringFido for an overview of the trail, along with pictures, directions, and reviews from dog owners who’ve been there.