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 Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve - Saratoga, CA Posted by:  DougK
N 37° 15.522 W 122° 07.275
10S E 577922 N 4123933
Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve is managed by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District.
Waymark Code: WM869J
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 02/06/2010
Views: 5
Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve is a 1,780-acre preserve that is managed by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. It is largely wooded with Douglas firs, along with grassy hills scattered with large oaks and madrones.
The Saratoga Gap Trail connects with trails leading to Sanborn-Skyline County Park, Castle Rock State Park, Big Basin State Park, Upper Stevens Creek County Park, and Long Ridge, Skyline Ridge and Monte Bello Open Space Preserves.
Parking is available at the Caltrans vista point on the southeast corner of Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35) and the Highway 9 intersection. Cross highway 9 to reach the trailhead for Saratoga Gap OSP at the northeast corner of the junction. A PDF map is available online.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 1,780 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The two mile Saratoga Gap Trail parallels Skyline Boulevard (CA Highway 35) and is part of Bay Area Ridge Trail. It provides opportunities for hikers, bicyclists and equestrians. The trail head is at the corner of Highway 9 and Highway 35. The trail ends across from the Hickory Oaks trailhead to Long Ridge Open Space Preserve.
What points of interest are there?:
lichen-covered boulders and sandstone rock outcrops add to the scenic value of this area
What activities are available?:
hiking
bicycling
horseback riding
Hours of accessibility?: Dawn to Sunset
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
mountain lions
mushrooms
poison oak
Dogs Allowed?: No
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
None
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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