Story:
If you've ever driven 280 and wondered what it would be like to jump out of your car and hike some of those hills, well this is your chance. And Black Mountain is (apparently) the tallest if not one of the tallest little peaks in this range.
Located just outside of Los Altos, Rancho San Antonio OSP is a local favorite. The trail is fire road or wide trail throughout. August may not have been the best month for me to tackle this one -- I'm coming back in the cooler winter months, for sure. It was a friendly trail with a decent number of fellow hikers.
When you hit the power lines, get mentally prepared for the toughest part of the climb.
If you've ever driven 280 and wondered what it would be like to jump out of your car and hike some of those hills, well this is your chance. And Black Mountain is (apparently) the tallest if not one of the tallest little peaks in this range.
Located just outside of Los Altos, Rancho San Antonio OSP is a local favorite. The trail is fire road or wide trail throughout. August may not have been the best month for me to tackle this one -- I'm coming back in the cooler winter months, for sure. It was a friendly trail with a decent number of fellow hikers.
When you hit the power lines, get mentally prepared for the toughest part of the climb.
Tips:
I parked at the Rhus Ridge Road lot which is just off Moody Road. Parking is limited, so arrrive early or plan to wait for a spot. Bring lots of water and sunscreen.
Topo available here: http://www.openspace.org/preserves/maps/pr_rancho_san_antonio.pdf
I parked at the Rhus Ridge Road lot which is just off Moody Road. Parking is limited, so arrrive early or plan to wait for a spot. Bring lots of water and sunscreen.
Topo available here: http://www.openspace.org/preserves/maps/pr_rancho_san_antonio.pdf
Comments (2)
This is an amazing hike. First mile a little tough and the last 1.5 miles is very tough. View from the top is awesome. Getting back down the first 1.5 is tough.
by Sandman23 on Jan 14, 2012
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