Best trails near San Mateo

28 trails · 28 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best trails near San Mateo, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 28 trails · best 15 shown on the map
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Skymont Cross Trail
#1 Skymont Cross Trail
0.7 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Headbanger
#2 Headbanger
1.1 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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John Brooks Trail
#3 John Brooks Trail
1.9 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Sawyer Camp Trail
#4 Sawyer Camp Trail
1.9 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Sheep Camp Trail
#5 Sheep Camp Trail
2.4 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Ohlone Trail
#6 Ohlone Trail
2.5 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Rambler Trail
#7 Rambler Trail
2.5 mi away
Why 56: intrinsic quality
56Solid
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Creek Overlook Trail
#8 Creek Overlook Trail
0.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Tenderfoot Trail
#9 Tenderfoot Trail
0.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Laurelwood Park Trail
#10 Laurelwood Park Trail
0.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Salson Trail
#11 Salson Trail
0.6 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Berry Trail
#12 Berry Trail
1.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Lake Loop Trail
#13 Lake Loop Trail
1.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Berry Trail
#14 Berry Trail
1.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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San Mateo North South Bicycle Route
#15 San Mateo North South Bicycle Route
1.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid

Trails near San Mateo

The San Mateo area has 28 trails on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best trails near San Mateo

How are these trails ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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