Tilden Regional Park – Jewel Lake loop from Redwood Valley Railway

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Tilden Regional Park – Jewel Lake loop from Redwood Valley Railway

Hard

4.6

(9248)

9,249

runners

Tilden Regional Park – Jewel Lake loop from Redwood Valley Railway

02:11

18.1km

510m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 15.1 km for 144 m

Open: • April 1-November 1 (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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618 m

Tilden Regional Park

Highlight • Forest

An indescribable range of hills, with lakes, forests, and stunning views. You definitely have to go hiking or do some sports here.

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914 m

Viewpoint

2.71 km

Seaview Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a beautiful gravel path with some epic views over the bay and the San Pablo Reservoir!

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5.20 km

Curran Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Linking Wildcat Gorge and Inspiration Peak, this is a great connector trail. After rain it’s often very muddy, so be aware of that.

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9.05 km

Jewel Lake

Highlight • Lake

Small lake in the forest, increasingly covered by vegetation, with excellent bird and wildlife watching. A small trail bridge at the west end offers views of the open water section …

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11.2 km

Linking the “Loop Trail” parking lot and Inspiration Point parking lot, it’s also a great way to access trails on the ridge and in the gorge. Long, flowing, and runnable — it gets very muddy after rain.

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15.4 km

Arroyo Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

For an invigorating run, follow the Arroyo Trail alongside a babbling creek. Embrace the Spanish-inspired ambiance, as the creek's presence creates a serene backdrop, enhancing your scenic jogging experience year-round.

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