Bedwell Bayfront Park in Menlo Park is 160 acres of open space, surrounded by the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The park is easily accessible from the 101 and offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities from bird watching to hiking, running to mountain biking, and is a very popular place for walking the dog. There is a huge network of trails throughout the entire open space with approximately 100 feet of gain to reach the highest points.
The perimeter trail is listed here and the entire loop around Bedwell Park is a 2.3-miles. Most of the surfaces are old asphalt roads, crushed gravel paths and dirt trails.
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
Permit $$
None
Directions
Road
Paved - Car Okay
To hike Exit the 101 on Marsh Road and go East to the park entrance.
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