Wunderlich

Best Season to Visit winter spring summer fall
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Climb the foothills into the shade for great views and almost certain horse sightings at this rustic open space.

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Attractions
  • Wunderlich is almost entirely shady, a great place to retreat to in the summer.
  • Hike in the shelter of Douglas Fir, Eucalyptus,  and Redwood Trees, amongst ferns, mosses, and wildflowers.
  • The park contains the historic Folger Stable, recently restored in 2010.  It is open for tours from 10-4 on Saturdays.
  • Woodside is prime equestrian country, so horse viewing is quite likely. A horse training field is next to the parking area, where you can watch horses and riders.
  • Wildlife includes butterflies, squirrels, newts, lizards, and birds.
  • Wunderlich Trails offer lovely views of some of the most desirable properties in the Bay Area, nestled in the hills.
Limitations
  • The hiking trails were repaved and graded for "winterizing" in 2011.  Some are still narrow with roots, but others are wide and quite suitable for joggers.  See individual hike descriptions below.
  • No dogs allowed.
  • No bicycles allowed beyond the parking lot and paved areas.
  • Horses use many of these trails, so be prepared to see and smell some horse poop and adhere to proper trail etiquette.
  • Beware of poison oak and ticks in this area.
  • Port-a-pot is the only available bathroom.
Access

The area around the historical buildings is handicapped accessible, but the trails are too steep and rutted to be accessible.

Recommended Routes
RouteDistanceSurfaceTransportTerrainFacilitiesExtras
Meadow Trail 4.4 (mi) fine gravel coarse gravel jogging stroller child-carrier flat rolling steep A port-a-pot and running water are available at the parking lot.
bathrooms benches meadow, field, or tarmac Picnic Tables 		farm animals
Salamander Flat 2.6 (mi) fine gravel jogging stroller child-carrier flat rolling steep A port-a-pot and running water are available at the parking lot.
bathrooms benches Picnic Tables 		farm animals
Alambique Trail to Loop Trail 1.7 (mi) fine gravel coarse gravel jogging stroller child-carrier rolling A port-a-pot and running water are available at the parking lot.
bathrooms 		farm animals