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[p3] Coyote point bay trail (San Mateo, CA)

Coyote Point park is part of San Mateo park system. This trail is part of The bay trail goes along the San Francisco bay. Even though the trail exists north of Coyote point, the nicer / wider section lies south of Coyote point. That is the section I'd recommend.

The tail is paved and in very good condition. Bikers/joggers traffic is moderate.

The current trail goes upto Redwood Shores. Then it continues as a non-paved dirt trail. There are plans to expand the trail to connect with South Bay trail.

Along the trail, you will see people surfing with colorful kites (if it is windy, not so good for you!), views of San Francisco city, Oakland city and San Mateo bridge. Also towards Redwood Shores there is a protected marshland that is good place for bird watching.

Only negative aspect about this trail is there is strong winds (15 mph ++ !!) that can discourage long rides!

Photos

Coyote Point marina

Planes landing at SFO

San Mateo bridge

Oracle building

bird marshland

phtos from the ride

How to Get there :

Easy way to start the ride is to get to Coyote point park (see link above). There is a $5 fee for cars if the entrance is manned. Mostly on weekends it isn't. So you can get in free.
or
To avoid the park fee, you park at the end of East Monte Diablo Avenue, by the water ( map) which ends at the trail.
or
E 3rd Avenue in San Mateo ( map). Park at Ryder park parking lot.
or
Beach park blvd in Foster City ( map)

Distance : varies. Upto Redwood Shores is 15 miles oneway
Difficulty : Easy, Moderate with winds
Ride Type : paved trail (road bikes)

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