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Sawyer Camp Trail
Cycling Route
Details
11.84 mi
444 ft
A paved multi-use trail that passes several beautiful reservoirs.
The Sawyer Camp Trail is a scenic and easy trail that follows the shoreline of Lower Crystal Springs Reservoir and San Andreas Lake in San Mateo County. This 6-mile paved trail is part of the Crystal Springs Regional Trail, and is popular for walking, running, biking, and birdwatching.
The trail starts at the parking lot on Skyline Boulevard and heads south along the reservoir. The trail is mostly flat and shaded by trees, with occasional views of the water and the hills. You can see a variety of birds, such as ducks, geese, herons, egrets, and hawks. You can also spot deer, rabbits, squirrels, and other wildlife.
The trail passes by several picnic areas and restrooms along the way. You can also see some historical landmarks, such as the Pulgas Water Temple and the Crystal Springs Dam. The trail ends at the parking lot on Hillcrest Boulevard, where you can turn around and retrace your steps.
Sources:
Sawyer Camp Segment | County of San Mateo, CA.
Sawyer Camp Trail - Wikipedia.
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The Sawyer Camp Trail is a scenic and easy trail that follows the shoreline of Lower Crystal Springs Reservoir and San Andreas Lake in San Mateo County. This 6-mile paved trail is part of the Crystal Springs Regional Trail, and is popular for walking, running, biking, and birdwatching.
The trail starts at the parking lot on Skyline Boulevard and heads south along the reservoir. The trail is mostly flat and shaded by trees, with occasional views of the water and the hills. You can see a variety of birds, such as ducks, geese, herons, egrets, and hawks. You can also spot deer, rabbits, squirrels, and other wildlife.
The trail passes by several picnic areas and restrooms along the way. You can also see some historical landmarks, such as the Pulgas Water Temple and the Crystal Springs Dam. The trail ends at the parking lot on Hillcrest Boulevard, where you can turn around and retrace your steps.
Sources:
Sawyer Camp Segment | County of San Mateo, CA.
Sawyer Camp Trail - Wikipedia.
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Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawyer Camp NB 1/2 way no climb | 3.02 mi | 16 ft | 0.0% |
| Crystal springs rd to gate | 1.41 mi | -30 ft | -0.2% |
| Sawyer Camp till hill NB | 4.91 mi | 151 ft | 0.5% |
| NB Free and Clear SWC | 3.25 mi | 56 ft | 0.2% |
| Full climb NB | 1.70 mi | 154 ft | 1.7% |
| Main Climb NB | 0.61 mi | 118 ft | 3.6% |
| Sawyer Camp Dam 100' ascent | 0.25 mi | 85 ft | 6.2% |
| Sawyer Camp Trail NB Dam Climb 1st Half | 0.22 mi | 72 ft | 6.1% |
| Sawyer Camp Trail NB Dam Climb | 0.97 mi | 213 ft | 4.1% |
| Sawyer NB Lower DAM Sprint | 0.10 mi | 52 ft | 9.7% |
| Spillway to top of hill | 0.66 mi | 148 ft | 4.2% |
| Sawyer Camp Trail NB Dam Climb 2nd Half | 0.53 mi | 131 ft | 4.6% |
| Down to the dam | 0.49 mi | -144 ft | -5.6% |
| Southbound SCT rest stop to south gate | 5.80 mi | -312 ft | -1.0% |
| Nosebleed 5000 | 5.04 mi | -220 ft | -0.7% |
| SB Free and Clear CSR | 3.63 mi | -157 ft | -0.8% |
| Sawyer Camp from hill SB | 4.92 mi | -154 ft | -0.6% |
| Lower CSR | 4.64 mi | -56 ft | -0.1% |