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

Wild Blossoms, Local History

Wednesday, February 25, 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Pulgas Ridge Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
3

Experience late winter wildflowers while learning a little about the history of the area on this afternoon hike with Docent Naturalists Mike Lohr and Liz F. What was at this preserve in the past? Will you find the elusive and fascinating flower called fetid adder's tongue (Scoliopus bigelovii)? Find answers to these curiosities and much more as you traverse the Cordilleras, Polly Geraci, Dick Bishop, and Blue Oak trails. This will be a moderately-paced hike with several hills and some uneven terrain. No dogs, please.

Where to Meet

Meet at the Pulgas Ridge Parking Area on Edmonds Rd. From I-280, exit Edgewood Road.  Drive 0.75 miles on Edgewood Rd. toward San Carlos/Redwood City. Turn left (north) on Crestview Drive, then immediately turn left on Edmonds Road. Follow Edmonds Rd. to the preserve parking lot entrance on the right.

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