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Redwood Grove Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,107 Google reviews · Running trail in Los Altos, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Redwood Grove Nature Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This 6-acre Redwood forest features a boardwalk, observation decks, picnic tables & a rose garden.
What runners say about Redwood Grove Nature Preserve
“The wooden walkway provides an easy and scenic stroll through majestic redwoods, making it accessible and enjoyable.”
“A wooden boardwalk winds through the grove alongside Adobe Creek, making for an easy, relaxing walk with plenty of shade.”
“If you’re looking for a peaceful stroll among towering redwoods without driving to the mountains, this is a lovely spot.”
Redwood Grove Nature Preserve is a great spot for a short, family-friendly hike, perfect for small kids. The wooden walkway provides an easy and scenic stroll through majestic redwoods, making it accessible and enjoyable.
It was very nice for family and kids. The hiking trails are very short. They're well taken care of, and I enjoyed it. But it's more for someone who doesn't really need a long trail. Perfect for young kids. The picture I added is the entrance where parking is located. I also added a Cork Oak because it was beautiful.
It's a great place to take a quick stroll. Quiet and peaceful. We could hear different types of birds and the sound of the water streaming down a small creek. We visited in the morning and walked all around the small park for about 30 minutes, stopping to take pictures and take in the beauty of the place.
Great little area for families and children, although the trails are very short. The redwood trees are very nice, and create lots of shade below. As I mentioned before, it is a bit small, and doesn't offer nearly as much as many other places you could go to. There no public parking lot, only street parking.
Trail conditions & character
“Ample parking at the park next door, which has a trail that goes right to the grove, amd right across from the main street plaza.”
“If you’re looking for a peaceful stroll among towering redwoods without driving to the mountains, this is a lovely spot.”
“The wooden walkway provides an easy and scenic stroll through majestic redwoods, making it accessible and enjoyable.”
“A wooden boardwalk winds through the grove alongside Adobe Creek, making for an easy, relaxing walk with plenty of shade.”
“A wooden boardwalk winds through the grove alongside Adobe Creek, making for an easy, relaxing walk with plenty of shade.”
“2026, there were no restroom or other visitor facilities at the preserve.”
“A nice little Park to get into the redwoods and take your dog for a little walk.”
“The wooden walkway provides an easy and scenic stroll through majestic redwoods, making it accessible and enjoyable.”
Plan your run at Redwood Grove Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitelosaltosca.gov
- Phone(650) 947-2790
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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