Methuselah Trail
El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve, San Mateo County, CA
Out-and-back trail in El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve, San Mateo County, CA. Hiking, Road & touring bike, & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 7.5 mi (12 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,821 ft (555 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 20 min
- High point
- 2,280 ft (695 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Emergency phone 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Bike repair station 7.5 mi (12 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Methuselah Trail
How long is Methuselah Trail?
Methuselah Trail is 7.5 mi (12 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,821 ft (555 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,280 ft (695 m).
How hard is Methuselah Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Methuselah Trail?
Parking at the start, Free, 6 spaces. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Methuselah Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Methuselah Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Methuselah Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Road & touring bike, Horseback riding. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Methuselah Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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