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Paintsites: Hike & Sketch/Sit & Paint at Foothills Nature Preserve, Los Altos Hills

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Hike & Sketch/Sit & Paint at Foothills Nature Preserve,
3300 Page Mill Rd, Los Altos Hills

April 23, 2026 (10 am – 2pm)

Map to Orchard Glen Picnic Area
Map to Chamise Parking Area

The  Park Brochure has directions and trail information.  

 

For non-hikers there are plenty of spectacular views near Orchard Glen Parking area including a field bordered by woodlands and a stream. For a panoramic view, drive or hike a short distance to a vista point. Hikers can park at an area near the Chamise Trail where we will first meet, then walk down the road a bit, where the entrance to the trail is opposite the lake.   This is tick season, so dress appropriately. Hikers leave at 10:15 AM.  

Washrooms: Orchard Glen Picnic Area, Interpretive Center, Oak Grove Picnic Area


Directions:

Park entrance Fee: $6.00 

Carpooling Recommended 

From Hwy 280 take the Page Mill Rd Exit 20. Drive 2.5 miles on Page Mill Rd. The Preserve is on your right. After entering and paying, drive past the lake, then turn left at the sign for the picnic area and interpretive center. Turn left at the bottom of the hill into Orchard Glen Picnic area parking. 

 
Foothills Nature Preserve
Photo of Foothills Nature Preserve 2026 by Jane McCabe

Attendance: Attendance is free and is open to all SCVWS members and non-members.

Organizer: SCVWS Paintsites

Email: paintsites@scvws.org


Date and Time

Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM

Location

CA  
USA

Category

Paintsites

Registration Info

Registration is not Required

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