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California
15.4 mi
Distance
1,086 ft
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Why you'll love it
San Mateo
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The San Mateo Trail is a moderately challenging 15.4-mile loop that showcases the diverse terrain of the San Francisco Peninsula foothills. With over 1,000 feet of elevation gain, this trail offers a rewarding day hike through oak woodlands and grasslands with expansive views of the surrounding valleys and ridges.
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