Kind of a hidden park in San Carlos, near Eaton Park, but a great local hike with decent distance…read moreand elevation change. There's more than one entry point, but I started my hike from the side across the street from Crestview park. Pros: Really breathtaking canyon vistas (hence the name) once you get farther into the park. It's kinda remarkable that some people have this as a local resource. Decent distance to hike, much more expansive of trail network than nearby Eaton park. Dogs allowed! Woohoo! Street parking is fairly easy in the neighborhood. Cons: The decline into the trail from the Crestview side is somewhat steep. Careful with your footing. This place was hot as hell when I went there in late spring, while there's tree shade, portions are very exposed. Part of me would be concerned about fire risk in the summer since it's not the easiest to get out of this forest, as the trail is narrow once you get farther in and single track (also something to consider if you're bringing your dog - you may have little room to pass other dogs) with a lot of brush. There doesn't seem to be bathrooms or water so definitely bring your own.

"One visit is enough."…read more Honestly, there's not much of a reason to come back here. It's not that there's anything especially wrong; rather, there's not anything especially right. The trails are just okay. Nothing special. The entrance is conveniently located off the street, with free parking. Right across the street is the trailhead to Eaton Park. There is an information kiosk right at the trailhead. There's also a box for trail maps. The day that I visited there were no maps. Take a lesson from East Bay Regional Parks and don't be cheap about distributing maps. Keep in mind there are no facilities here; however, Crestview Park is close by and has water and restrooms.

I highly recommend taking a photo of the trail located at each trailhead. While it isn't a long…read morehike, it can get confusing and Google Maps doesn't have a good trail so far. Maybe Alltrails but I am not an avid hiker to use that lol Be prepared for multiple elevation changes (minor and major) and spectacular views of the peninsula. Easiest (and fastest) way to get to the top/ labyrinth is via the trailhead on Loma Rd!

Relatively quick hike. I have been here twice and both times it was not too crowded. I like how you…read morecan choose one way to go up and a different way to go back down vs having to go back the same way. The view on top is calming and there are at least three benches so you can soak in the view.

Amazing place that offers a peaceful escape with a nice and easy walk for anyone who wants to be…read moreoutside. The trail is highly accessible and dedicated bike lanes make it safe and convenient for cyclists and pedestrians. It's beautiful and has great views of the water.

Good amount of street parking. Beautiful views. Clean public bathrooms at beginning of trails. Some…read morenice places to eat or catch golf if that your thing

O this is nice. What a beautiful time to be out…read more Get your walking done! Biking too. Great option to meet someone up and chat and walk - good for both of you! California is such a splendid place to live. How trails like this to enjoy

I'm a fan of flat trails when I go running, and this spot offered more than enough space to get my…read moresteps in this past Friday. Parking was easy. I followed Google maps to the "Parking Lot" on Oracle Parkway, though during my run I also saw plenty of parking available at the Redwood Shores Branch Library. Found a couple different public restrooms and picnic areas with tables along the path, including at the lot where I parked across from Oracle. Exercise stations, sculptures, and info boards too. There weren't many people around in the late afternoon, mainly just birds and insects. I trekked the section of the trail wrapping around Belmont Slough and made my way to the Redwood Shores Lagoon across the street on Marine Parkway as well. Enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and views of nature during my time here.

Funny how nobody has actually mentioned that this is less of a "park", and more a space for a…read morelarge, turf soccer field (which is almost always occupied on evenings and weekends). The field takes 90% of the space and is my daughter's team's home field. So I've been here dozens of times in the last few years. The perimeter of the field is lined by a soft-surface running track Not nearly as wide as a high school track, but just wide enough for two runners side-by-side. (If they like each other). The actual "park" section is quite small, maybe 50 yards by 25 yards. But it does have a quarter basketball court, a single unisex bathroom, a small, well-kept jungle gym for the tykes, a sandbox and a small swing set. The entire park is well-kept and clean, including the perimeter around the soccer field. The southeast side of the field adjoins the Belmont Slough and the Bay Trail, with access to miles more of trails headed north and south along the water. It wouldn't be a bad access point if there weren't much easier ones right off 101. Parking is limited to a small lot (a dozen cars or so), but there is plenty of street parking on Port Royal Ave. It's not really a destination park. it's more a convenience for the neighborhood; and for those watching the soccer games or practices on the field.

A playgroup that I belong to used to come here on Monday mornings - it's a nice little park…read more There's a big, grassy field that has big signs in it about how you should stay off the grass and a walk path around that. The play area itself has a sandbox, one baby swing and one regular swing and some climbing stuff - mostly geared at the up-to-early-elementary set. The bed for all of that is those ever-present wood chips my son hates walking on. There's a nice, big shade tree with a bench and a picnic table under it next to the open-court basket ball area. Not too hot in the summer, either! Why only three stars? It gets crowded quickly. There are very limited parking spaces and moms never seem to park that minivan in only one space. There's a waterspout near the bathrooms that kids often turn the sandbox into a mud pit with. Speaking of te bathrooms, don't; usually overflowed toilets. Get there early, leave before 11 and avoid the bathroom and it's a great little park.

I was hesitant to visit at first after seeing the 3.5 star Yelp rating, so I was pleasantly…read moresurprised by this trail. We parked at the main trailhead at Adeline near Hillside. Limited parking but this isn't a hike I'd drive out of the way for; it's a good neighborhood trail. At the entrance there was a sign warning of ticks, poison oak, and mountain lions - it's nature after all. Take a photo of the map at the entrance for first time visitors. We had a late start so we only did the west half of the loop to get to the overlook, which ended up being a view mostly of the canyon and small view of the bay in the distance where we saw a plane descending towards SFO. It was a pleasant walk and you can hear the creek. For the half we did, there were a few moderate switchbacks and stairs at the start of the trail, but they weren't that steep. The Sebastian entrance on the map was marked as steep. Watch where you step since parts of the trail were slightly rocky (not too much); the half we hiked seemed relatively easy with moderate incline in some parts to get your heart rate up. We walked on a paved service route for part of the hike, and saw one family with a young child on the service route so it seems family friendly (not stroller friendly though). Since it was evening, the trail didn't seem busy, and when we did pass others, they put on their masks if they weren't already masked. We did see one owner with dogs off leash, but I believe dogs should be leashed on the trail because of the mountain lions (we didn't see any).

This really isn't the best park to visit unless you're willing to ignore the issues with locals…read more(most of them not wearing masks, and making side comments "Thanks Karen") and the fact the trail is crazy junky. There are a ton of rocks, and roots, and overgrown brush on these paths, and while I didn't end up having an issue, it seems kinda easy to twist your ankle or get lost. Even in the middle of the day in direct sunlight. My guess is this park is basically used as a communal backyard for those who live in the area. I'm probably good with never returning.

Great place to break away and go for a walk or a run while at work. It's a nature trail with…read morepicnic tables and lots of birds and wildlife.

Great place to get a workout in. Peaceful and easy flat walk with permanent equipment stops along…read morethe way, if you want to do pull ups or other challenges. Benches here and there to sit and relax, and I occasionally see a jackrabbit as well as plenty of birds at the marsh. Clean and well maintained. Lots of parking plus a few restrooms and water fountains. Some educational signs about the slough and the ecosystem. It's a gem. I've seen a couple people let their dogs off leash though, right in front of the signs that say hey, this is a delicate area ...please don't let your dogs off leash (!) Ugh. Don't be that guy.

Nice small local park with a path to walk around that's less than a mile. They have bathrooms and…read morebenches. The field is used for youth soccer and other sports. Good for a walk or to get outside.

Located where the original horse tracks used to be. Next to the San Mateo County fairgrounds. A…read morenice little park you can play, BBQ, walk, or ride a bike. There is a small pond with birds. Clean public bathroom if needed. You'll have to hunt for street parking, that has a 2 hour limit during the day. Overall, nice local park near the hip brewey, coffees and ice cream shops.