Thornewood Preserve

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Woolly Indian paintbrush. Schilling Lake 5-29-21

895 La Honda Rd

Redwood City, CA 94062

http://www.openspace.org

Thornewood Preserve is a serene and secluded nature reserve nestled in the heart of Woodside, CA. The preserve offers visitors the opportunity to explore and connect with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

With its lush forests, meandering trails, and diverse wildlife, Thornewood Preserve provides a peaceful retreat for those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Anita T.

8/31/2020

Great, clean, moderate length hike that is not too hot, offers lots of tree-shaded views, and not overrun with foot traffic yet. Notes: 895-897 entrance is our usual way to get in. The hike...

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Roy A.

5/31/2022

Careful to not pass up the entrance on the winding road. Great small trail. Mostly covered by the shades of trees on a sunny day. The redwoods are beautiful. The highlight is the lake which is at...

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Chris L.

9/26/2020

Thornwood preserve is a small, yet pleasant area for a short hike. There are just a few trails here. They are reasonably easy to hike, so good for beginner hikers. After the entrance, there is a...

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Ron L.

12/13/2020

I've seen the little sign for "Thornewood Open Space Preserve" many times when driving up Highway 84 toward Skyline. Finally, curiosity got the best of me, and I went in one December...

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Joyce H.

9/29/2019

I love checking out Open Space Preserves and Local Parks. This one was really cool because it was filled with amazing redwood trees and maples. Thornewood is a 167-acre preserve but only contains...

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Thornewood Open Space

Thornewood Open Space is a part of Midpen, an organization dedicated to preserving and protecting over 70,000 acres of open space land in the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region. Their mission is to create a connected greenbelt of healthy nature, including coastal prairies, redwood forests, oak woodlands, and more. They actively manage the land to protect habitat values and provide opportunities for public enjoyment and education. Midpen offers a variety of activities for visitors to connect with nature, including hiking, biking, and horseback riding on their 250 miles of trails. With a focus on preserving the natural environment and encouraging sustainable land use, Thornewood Open Space and other Midpen preserves provide a peaceful escape for outdoor enthusiasts and a chance to appreciate the beauty of the Santa Cruz Mountains.Generated from the website

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