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🧗 Outdoor Adventures for Kids in Menlo Park, CA

3 hiking, farms, nature centers, and outdoor adventure spots rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Menlo Park

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden garden in Palo Alto, CA Activity
Photo: Lee Tourist
4.7(1,152)$2 mi · Palo Alto

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Palo Alto where kids can explore winding pathways through colorful seasonal flower displays, fragrant herb gardens, and beautiful botanical collections. The free admission and historic setting make this a perfect low-key outing for families wanting to introduce little ones to gardening, nature observation, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through stunning grounds.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Garden Sense, Inc. general contractor in Menlo Park, CA Activity
Photo: Art Scott

Located at the historic Sunset Magazine headquarters, these demonstration gardens offer kids a hands-on nature experience with winding pathways, diverse plant collections, and changing seasonal displays. It's a peaceful outdoor classroom where children can explore different garden styles, spot pollinators, and learn about sustainable gardening practices in a stroller-friendly setting.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Bay Trail route in Redwood City, CA🧗 Adventure
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Free7 mi · Redwood City

The Bay Trail in Redwood City offers families a perfect blend of outdoor exercise and nature exploration along the San Francisco Bay shoreline. With its flat, paved paths that accommodate strollers, bikes, and scooters, it's an ideal spot for families with children of all ages to enjoy fresh air, spot shorebirds, and take in stunning water views without the challenge of steep hills.

🕑 1-3 hours depending on how far you walk or bike

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