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The 2024 Trails Challenge starts April 1st and runs through September 30th.

For featured hikes and challenge details visit the Trails Challenge 2024 page beginning mid-March.

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Trail System Rules & Etiquette 

Adherence to the following guidelines will help ensure an enjoyable trail experience for a wide diversity of users.  Thank you for your cooperation. 

Rules:

  • Trail Hours: dawn to dusk, year-round
  • Stay on designated trails. 
  • No smoking or alcoholic beverages allowed on any trail or in any open space area.
  • Bicycle speed limit: 15 m.p.h. maximum.
  • All bicycles must have a bell to signal other trail users
  • Bicycles always yield to pedestrians and horses.  before passing, slow down, ring bell and establish verbal contact.  
  • Pedestrians have the right of way on paved trails
  • Horses have the right of way on soft trails
  • No horses on paved trails
  • Pets must be under control on a six foot or shorter leash at all times. 
  • Do not disturb the plants or animals. 
  • Pack it in.  Pack it out!
  • No structures (including vendor equipment) allowed within the trail property boundaries. 
  • No camping or camp fires allowed. 
  • Close cattle gates after each use
  • No motorized vehicles allowed. 

Etiquette:

  • Observe trails rules and signs 
  • Keep on the right, pass on the left, and yield to faster moving users. 
  • Signal slower moving trail users when approaching.
  • Wear a helmet when cycling on in-line skating. 
  • Use caution when trail narrows and at high-use access points. 
  • Bicyclists stay on designated trail, two riders abreast maximum (single file if pedestrians are present)
  • Do not use sharp tipped poles.
  • Skateboarders stay on paved trail: no jumps or demonstration-type skateboarding.
  • HAVE FUN AND ENJOY THE SAN RAMON TRAIL SYSTEM

To report an emergency by cell phone - Call San Ramon Police at 925-973-2779.  For questions or suggestion for the City of San Ramon Trails System, please e-mail [email protected]

Cattle Grazing Areas (noted on specific trail description):

Cattle may become defensive if they feel threatened.  Although occurrences are rare, cattle are know to charge and bump.  

Please be cautious around cattle:

  • Keep dogs on leash and away from cattle.  Cows may become agitated because they can't always distinguish between a dog and a coyote.  
  • Don't try to touch or pet cattle.  Don't go between a calf and cow.  Leave stray calves alone.  
  • Keep your distance and walk around herds rather than through them.  Give cattle plenty of space and a clear route of escape.  
  • If cattle are on the trail ahead, wave your arms and shout well in advance - they will usually disperse.  

If you encounter a cow, calf or bull that is acting in a threatening manner or appears to be injured, sick or dead, please keep your distance.  Note the location, color of the animal, ear tag number if you can safely see it, and report it to TN Cattle Company at (925) 997-5543.  

San Ramon Open Space

The City of San Ramon is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills that are preserved for the public to enjoy both visually from all over San Ramon as well as spaces to explore. The San Ramon City Council holds open space preservation as one of its key priorities with a stated to goal to create bookends of Open Space along the Eastern and Western Edges of the City. 

If you have Open Space photos you would like to add to our slide show please email them to [email protected].

Mt. DiabloPoppiesCowsTassajara RidgePink FlowersHousingWaterGrassy View

OUTERSPATIAL

SAN RAMON TRAILS CHALLENGE powered by: 

OuterSpatial

 

 

The San Ramon Trails Challenge, powered by OuterSpatial from April 1 to Spetember 30. OuterSpatial is a free and easy-to-use mobile hiking app provides an opportunity for trail users to scout trails, find directions and engage with other outdoor enthusiasts!

OuterSpatial

Trails Challenge participants are encouraged to download the OuterSpatial app. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Please download the OuterSpatial app in the Apple or Google Play Store:

OuterSpatial Apple Store:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/outerspatial/id1254161962

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.trailheadlabs.outerspatial

From your mobile device please use the following link to directly connect to the City of San Ramon trails system within the OuterSpatial app:  https://outerspatial.link/DaWufGHFgab

 

Please click the image below to view the OuterSpatial How To - FAQ for more helpful tips to get started!

How to Guide Example