Lots of fireroads and some easy climbs. A good place for beginners or a quick after work ride. There are some slightly harder places, but most are very short. It's a good place to get used to some ledgier rides. It's in the sun for most of the ride (except the Ancient Oaks trail), so bring sunscreen on the warmer days.
The Russian Ridge parking area is located at the intersection of Skyline Boulevard (Route 35) and Alpine Road. You can take Page Mill towards the ocean (West) past I-280 just across the street from Skyline Blvd (hwy 35). Plenty of parking to the right.
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