Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

Hamms's Gulch sometimes gets muddy, for no apparent reason, so I suggest boots . But the trail is gorgeous, with its redwoods and ferns.

The combination of the razorback and spring ridge trails is roughly a 10 mile hike . Spring ridge is mostly open space , razorback is wooded and shady. Choose the direction you hike them in accordingly

A good set of trails for a nice workout outdoors. The toughest one is the Spring Ridge trail to the Windy Hills summit which climbs 1400 ft in 2.8 miles.

Bring a blanket and come here to search for shooting stars (or just to look at the night sky).

Take Spring Hill (sunny) down and Hamm’s Gulch (shaded) up if you’re doing that loop!

This is mostly all open, so on a hot day you will certainly be sweating. Ok, I admit it. On a weak day, I've had to turn around!

For a quick hike take the Betsy Crowder Trail but its worth the time to Windy Hill Summit .

Beautiful trails that also allow dogs

Saw a big rattlesnake...about 3 feet and two King snakes here. Lots of wildlife to see!

Take care not to step in dozens of salamanders on the trails as you at

Some fun trails here! Try going up Hamms Gulch and down Spring Ridge.

On hot days, take the Ridge Trail along the creek. You can also bring dogs to this great hiking area! Read more

I'll be back with my hon.

Beware of mountain lions!

Goal: 2 hrs