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 7 miles of trail network between Shoreline Park in Mountain View and the Lucy Evans Baylands Interpretive Center in Palo Alto. Hours: 8:00 A.M. to sunset. Trail Conditions: Trails in the levee and bayland areas are packed dirt. Renzel Trail is paved. All trails are level and permit two-way travel. Cost: Free

Location and Map
The Baylands Nature Preserve is located in Palo Alto near the bay wetlands. Close parking is available at Byxbee Park. The trail is connected to Shoreline Park and the Stevens Creek Trail, which provide ample access to the Baylands Nature Preserve. Click on the map to the right for parking details and trail layout. Map requires Adobe Reader to view. Map courtesy of City Of Palo Alto.		Map Of Baylands Nature Preserve
Things To Consider
The trail can be breezy in the open areas. Shoreline Park is a popular destination for fellow joggers and cyclists. Share the trail and right-of-way. Ride on maintained or designated trails only. Riding off the pathways can damage the ecosystem.
Web Sites To Check Out
	Baylands Nature Preserve http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/ parks_and_open_space/preserves_and_open_spaces/ the_baylands.asp	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.