This area has the typical trees and brush of the mid-peninsula, but I did notice an over abundance of Poison Oak along the sides of the trail.
The Sagebrush trail is very nice, providing with some great views and small clearings. It leads up to the Hassler Trail which is paved.
There is a interestingly looking trail that is closed which appears to provide a very scenic view of the area. In any case, upon reaching the top of the Hassler Trail, you will experience a number of great views.
All in all, not a bad hike -- kind of bland, but the dogs seemed to REALLY enjoy it. Plus the off-leash area has to be one of the biggest in the Bay Area. I did this hike on a Friday and only ran into 3 people, on the weekends it might be fairly busy with dog owners.
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Basics:
Area - Pulgas Ridge Open Space
Trail - Blue Oak/Sagebrush/ Hassler Trail (Trail Map)
Length - 2.6 miles out and back - Easy Hike
Trail - Out and Back-style, dirt trail/paved road, some stops along the way. Very well marked and maintained.
Dogs - Yes - Lots!
Bikes - Not allowed in the preserve
View - Some
Getting There - Google Map Edgewater Road to Crestview, turn Left on Edmonds Road. The Parking Lot has a sign and will be on the Right after the "Redwood Center"
Fee- None, free parking
Weather - Usually no fog, can get hot in the summer sun.
Other Trails - there are other trails within this park. Trail info available at the Parking Lot.