Baylands Nature Preserve


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Brief Description

The Baylands Nature Preserve, immediately adjacent to Shoreline Park, provides a natural wetland habitat for permanent wildlife inhabitants as well as visiting species of waterfowl traveling along the migration route between Canada and Mexico. The trail through the Baylands Preserve provides one of the best opportunities in the urban bay area to observe wildlife in their natural setting. The safe and level trail provides a perfect place for the entire family to ride and learn more about the marsh ecosystem in the bay area.

Quick Facts	Trail Photos
Length: About 6 miles round trip. Hours: 8:00 A.M. to sunset Trail Conditions: Level with packed gravel. All trails permit two-way travel. There are a few alternate trail routes. Cost: Free	Click on any photo below for an enlargement.

Location
The Baylands Nature Preserve is located in Palo Alto along the bay wetlands area. Close parking is available at Byxbee Park. The trail is connected to the Shoreline and Stevens Creek trails, which provides ample access from these areas. Click on the map to the right for parking details and trail layout. The map requires Adobe Acrobat® Reader to view. If you need the program, click the icon below for a free download. Map courtesy of City Of Palo Alto.		Map Of Baylands Nature Preserve (Click To Enlarge)
Things To Consider
Occasionally, the trail can be breezy in the open areas. Ride on maintained or designated trails only. Riding off the pathways can damage the ecosystem.
Web Site Links To Check Out
	Baylands Nature Preserve http://www.city.palo-alto.ca.us/ross/naturepreserve/baylands.html	The City of Palo Alto's Baylands Nature Preserve web site. Includes helpful information about the preserve, events, and more.

	Shoreline Park http://www.mountainview.gov/city_hall/comm_services/ shoreline_regional_wildlife_area/default.asp	Shoreline Park, in Mountain View, has an extensive network of mostly level trails surrounded by wildlife, historical points of interest, and scenic views of the bay. Shoreline is a great place to bring the family for relaxed afternoon bicycling. Web site includes more information regarding Shoreline Park.