Hikers in Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve / photo by Lanette Otvos

Moonrise from Borel Hill

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
4

Experience the twilight’s transition from day to night during a moderately-paced hike along the Ancient Oaks, Ridge, and Charquin trails with Docent Naturalists Sabra Abraham, Lindsay Joye, and Ann McCarty. These can be very active hours in the natural world, as some animals are getting ready for sleep and others, the nocturnal ones, are just getting started. You’ll pause at the top of Borel Hill—one of the highest vantage points in San Mateo County—for a snack break while watching the moon rise as the sun sets, followed by a short hike back to the parking area. Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after July 14 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close July 27 at 2:00 p.m.

Where to Meet

Meet at the Russian Ridge Parking Area on the northwest corner of the Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35) and Page Mill/Alpine Road intersection (across Skyline Blvd. on the right). Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 40 minutes travel time.

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