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Overview. Directions. Rules. History. This 122-acre Tiburon preserve offers world class views, among the best in Marin. Rangers Recommend. The northern part of this 122-acre preserve is rolling grassland with rare serpentine soil. The southern section leads to the church.
- The Flowers and Grasses
- Meander Through The Preserve
- Rare and Endangered Plants
- Blossoming Seasons
Howell, a botanist, described the area as “one of the most interesting and remarkable and beautiful wildflower gardens in California (and therefore in all the world!)” and marveled that nowhere else in the state could “so many wonderful plants be found in so small a space.” 217 species of ferns and seed-bearing plants grow in the preserve and two-t...
As you walk the preserve’s trails, observe the old stone walls that have been restored, incorporating benches for comfort and to take advantage of the spectacular view. The Landmarks Society will arrange guided tours by appointment.
Some plants in the wildflower preserve are rare and endangered, while others blossom throughout the year.
Spring
Hog Fennel, Lomatium dasycarpum Blue Dicks, Dichelostemma capitatum Goldfields, Lasthenia californica Tidy Tips, Layia platyglossa California Phacelia, Phacelia californica
Spring & Summer
Leopard Lily, Lilium pardalinum Fountain Zigadene, Zigadenus fontanus Yellow Mariposa, Calochortus luteus Pitted Onion, Allium lacunosum
Summer & Fall
Buckwheat, Eriogonum nudum Hayfield Tarweed, Hemizonia congesta Bigelow’s Sneezeweed, Helenium bigelovii
Old Saint Hilary's Open Space Preserve is a county park located in Marin County, California. It is 122 acres large and is connected to the Tiburon Uplands, which is 24 acres. The preserve was created by several local initiatives in the 90’s to save the land from development. [1]
St. Hilary's Open Space Preserve. 2000 Vistazo St W, Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920. Visit Their Website. The views from this 122 acre preserve surrounding a small chapel are truly awe-inspiring.
Tiburon's natural treasure is Old St Hilary's Open Space--122 acres of open land at the end of the Tiburon peninsula with sweeping, stunning 360 degree views of San Francisco, the Bay, Marin Headlands and so much more. It's a short hike up from the ferry dock downtown.
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Sep 28, 2014 · OLD ST. HILARY’S OPEN SPACE NATURE PRESERVE - Updated May 2024 - 45 Photos & 11 Reviews - 2000 Vistazo St W, Belvedere Tiburon, California - Hiking - Yelp. Old St. Hilary's Open Space Nature Preserve. 4.9 (11 reviews) Unclaimed. Hiking, Local Flavor. See all 46 photos. Review Highlights.
- 2000 Vistazo St W Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920
Tiburon's natural treasure is Old St Hilary's Open Space--122 acres of open land at the end of the Tiburon peninsula with sweeping, stunning 360 degree views of San Francisco, the Bay, Marin Headlands and so much more. It's a short hike up from the ferry dock downtown. Once you reach the top, you are well rewarded.
