New Bay Area Ridge Trail Section Opens Aug 17 Near Redwood City

Bay Area Trail Watch

A new 6-mile section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail opens Aug 17 (not Aug 24) near Redwood City. Free permit required via SFPUC. No dogs, limited parking. A great alternative given current fire closures and heat.

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Updated Aug 24, 2026

Bay Area Trail Watch

Regional: New Skyline Trail Opens Monday, Expanding Bay Area Ridge Trail Network

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