Things to Do in San Pedro Valley County Park

San Pedro Valley County Park is a county park in the foothills of Pacifica, California. It spans over 1,000 acres within the Santa Cruz Mountain range, featuring diverse landscapes including coastal scrub, grasslands, and riparian habitats. The park is known for its natural features and opportunities for outdoor activities.

The park offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. There are 9 routes available, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from more than 1,000 ratings. More than 23,000 visitors have explored the park's routes.

Popular hiking trails include the Old Trout Farm Trail and Weiler Ranch Road for easier options, and the Hazelnut Trail for a moderate experience. The Montara Mountain Trail offers a longer, more challenging trek with connections to Montara Mountain. The Brooks Creek Trail leads to the seasonal Brooks Falls. Find more options in Hiking in San Pedro Valley County Park.

Yes, San Pedro Valley County Park offers mountain biking routes through diverse terrain, some with coastal views and connections to Montara Mountain. Bicycles are generally restricted to designated paved areas and specific trails. Explore routes in MTB Trails in San Pedro Valley County Park.

Cyclists can find routes for touring and road cycling that feature coastal views, rolling hills, and varied elevations. Some park roads and designated trails, such as Weiler Ranch Road, are suitable for bicycles. Discover more in Cycling in San Pedro Valley County Park and Road Cycling Routes in San Pedro Valley County Park.

Yes, the park offers trails suitable for families, including easier walks like the Old Trout Farm Trail and Weiler Ranch Road. These paths provide accessible options for visitors of all ages. For specific recommendations, refer to Family-friendly hikes in San Pedro Valley County Park.

San Pedro Valley County Park permits dogs on certain trails, typically requiring them to be on a leash. Visitors should check specific trail regulations before visiting. Information on dog-friendly options can be found in Dog-friendly hikes in San Pedro Valley County Park.

The park features three year-round creeks, including the middle and south forks of San Pedro Creek, which are important steelhead trout spawning grounds. Brooks Falls is a seasonal, multi-tiered waterfall dropping 175 feet (53 meters) after heavy rains. Higher elevations offer panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Farallon Islands.

The park is home to diverse wildlife. Common sightings include black-tailed deer, red-tailed hawks, rabbits, quail, grey fox, bobcats, and great horned owls. The varied habitats support a rich ecosystem for these animals.

San Pedro Valley County Park is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 23,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 9 available routes have received an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.

Komoot offers several guides for the park, including Hiking in San Pedro Valley County Park, Family-friendly hikes in San Pedro Valley County Park, and Cycling in San Pedro Valley County Park. There are also guides for specific activities like MTB trails, easy hikes, and dog-friendly routes.

The official website for San Pedro Valley County Park is parks.smcgov.org/san-pedro-valley-park. For inquiries, the main phone number is +1-650-355-8289. The Visitor's Center can be reached at +1-650-355-5454.