Sports & Recreation · Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Explorer Hike: Wintertime Traditions
About
An out-and-back of about 4.5 miles with only 200 feet of gain along the Chestnut Trail from Long Ridge into Skyline Ridge, passing a chestnut orchard and conifers while docents talk about holiday customs tied to chestnuts and evergreens. It runs Wednesday, Dec 2, 10:30 am–2:30 pm, from the Peters Creek roadside parking on Skyline Boulevard, led by Kate Bauer, Nick Yatsko and Mary Brunkhorst. Bring lunch; Midpen doesn't publish a price on the listing.
Good to know
Date & timeWednesday, December 2, 202610:30 AM
WhereLong Ridge Open Space PreservePeters Creek Roadside Parking, Skyline Blvd (Hwy 35), 3.3 miles south of Page Mill RdLong Ridge Open Space Preserve, Skyline Blvd
PriceMidpen doesn't publish a price on this listing
CheckedBy a person against the venue's own listing, Oct 24, 2026How we verify
WEDNESDAYDec 2
Time10:30 AM–2:30 PM
WhereLong Ridge Open Space PreservePeters Creek Roadside Parking, Skyline Blvd (Hwy 35), 3.3 miles south of Page Mill Rd
PriceOn the venue page
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Questions people ask
When is Explorer Hike: Wintertime Traditions?＋
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 10:30 AM, until 2:30 PM.
Where is it held?＋
At Long Ridge Open Space Preserve, Peters Creek Roadside Parking, Skyline Blvd (Hwy 35), 3.3 miles south of Page Mill Rd. Parking: Peters Creek roadside pullout (20 spaces) on the west side of Skyline Blvd, 3.6 miles north of Hwy 9; extra parking across the road at the Grizzly Flat trailhead. Open a half-hour before sunrise to a half-hour after sunset.
How much does it cost?＋
Midpen doesn't publish a price on this listing, as printed on the organizer's listing. Prices can change, so the booking page has the final word.
How do I book a spot?＋
Through the organizer's own page, linked from the booking button on this page. We do not sell tickets or take a cut; we list what the venue publishes and send you to it.
What else is on at Long Ridge Open Space Preserve?＋
4 other listings on our calendar, including Explorer Hike: Lichen Eyes (Nov 4), Fall Frolic With a View (Nov 6) and Early Winter Exploration (Nov 15). The venue page lists them all.
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