Active Living in Palo Alto, CA
Outdoor Recreation & Wellness Activities
Outdoor Recreation
Palo Alto's Mediterranean climate and beautiful landscapes make it ideal for year-round outdoor activities. From baylands trails to foothill preserves, discover the best ways to enjoy nature.
Must-Try Activities:
- • Baylands Nature Preserve - 1,940 acres of wetlands with 15+ miles of trails
- • Foothills Park - 1,400-acre wilderness with panoramic views
- • Arastradero Preserve - Ideal for mountain biking and horseback riding
Premier Outdoor Destinations
Baylands Nature Preserve
Largest undisturbed marshland in SF Bay
Foothills Park
1,400 acres of pristine wilderness
Stanford Dish Loop
Iconic 3.7-mile scenic trail
Fitness & Training Studios
Equinox Palo Alto
High-end fitness club with cutting-edge equipment and premium amenities.
CorePower Yoga
Popular yoga studio offering heated vinyasa and sculpt classes.
Orangetheory Fitness
Science-backed, technology-tracked group workouts for all fitness levels.
Wellness & Recovery
Spas & Relaxation
Watercourse Way
Private mineral baths and massages
Burke Williams
Luxury day spa with hydrotherapy
Float Works
Sensory deprivation float therapy
Recovery Services
CryoZone
Whole body cryotherapy
Restore Hyper Wellness
IV therapy and compression
Therabody
Percussive therapy devices
Mindfulness
Insight Palo Alto
Meditation center with classes
SoulCycle
Mindful indoor cycling
Breathwork Palo Alto
Guided breathing sessions
Sports & Recreation Facilities
Palo Alto Tennis Club
Premier tennis facility with 12 courts and professional coaching.
Palo Alto Golf Course
9-hole public course with driving range and pro shop.
Rinconada Pool
Olympic-sized public pool with lap swimming and lessons.
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