Hikers in Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve / photo by Lanette Otvos

Behind the Gate

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
La Honda Creek Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
4

Explore this seldom visited, limited access, upper portion of this preserve with Docent Naturalists Sabra Abraham, Lindsay Joye, and Catherine Xun. You’ll hike through grasslands, take a breath among redwoods, and enjoy a snack break at a vista with expansive views out to the ocean. This moderately-paced hike along the Coho Vista Loop, Coho Vista, and Cielo trails includes some steep, exposed sections. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after July 8 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close July 21 at 2:00 p.m.

Where to Meet

Meet at the Allen Road Permit Parking Area. From I-280, take CA-84 west for 6.8 miles. Turn right on CA-35/Skyline Boulevard and travel 2.3 miles. Turn left onto Bear Gulch Road. After 0.6 miles, turn left onto Allen Road for one mile. Continue onto Kebet Ridge Road for 0.3 miles. The preserve will be on your right. Note: Vehicle access requires a parking permit, which the docent will have. There is no parking available outside of the preserve gate on Allen Road. 

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