Palassou Ridge Preserve
February 8, 2025 @ 9:00AM — 1:00PM Pacific Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Palassou Ridge Preserve: 5655 Hot Springs Rd Gilroy, CA 95037 Get Directions
Enjoy a Preserve Closed to the Public!
Join Saved By Nature as we visit another preserve closed to the public - Palassou Ridge Preserve in Gilroy! We will begin the day with an exciting presentation from Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center, a great local organization that focuses on rescuing wildlife and sees over 40 different species each year. Afterwards, we will enjoy a self-paced hike up the ridge, taking our time to enjoy the flora and fauna. We will discover the preserve’s natural and cultural history, significance to climate change, and enjoy the benefits of nature through self-discovery and mindfulness.
Distance: 1 mi - 3.5 mi
Self-paced hour long hike
Elevation Gain: 285 ft
Type: Out & Back
Lunch: Provided by Saved By Nature.
Parking fee: Parking is free.
Items to bring:
- Layers + comfortable clothing (check the weather before leaving)
- Snacks (we’ll have extra in case you forget)
- Water Bottle (we’ll have water)
- Hat and/or sunscreen
- Camera
Parking and Meet Location: Palassou Ridge
Bathrooms: There are no bathrooms available.
Hike Maps: -- AllTrails
Park Map: -- N/A
This project was funded in part by the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority - Urban Grant Program.
This competitive grant program, funded by Measure Q and Measure T, addresses the needs of urban communities, including areas that currently have limited access to preserves and parks. The grant program aims to fund projects that will improve the quality of life for urban residents.