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Stanford Arboretum – Stanford University Main Quad loop from Palo Alto

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Stanford Arboretum – Stanford University Main Quad loop from Palo Alto

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Stanford Arboretum – Stanford University Main Quad loop from Palo Alto

01:21

5.32km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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742 m

Stanford Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

This is a public access Arboretum on the grounds of Stanford University and predates the university itself. Today the collection of native and non-native trees has more than 350 species from all over the world.

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1.87 km

Memorial Court, Stanford University

Highlight • Monument

The Main Quad and Memorial Court are part of Stanford University's academic preserve. Memorial Court features The Burghers of Calais by Auguste Rodin, from the largest Rodin sculpture collection outside Paris.

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1.90 km

The Burghers of Calais at Stanford University

Highlight • Monument

Worth a visit - need to walk your bikes in places

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2.00 km

Stanford University Main Quad

Highlight • Historical Site

The Main Quad is the oldest part of Stanford University. The cornerstone of the Quad was laid in May of 1887 and completed in 1905. This 17-acre hallmark of the …

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2.09 km

Memorial Church

Highlight • Religious Site

The chruch is beautiful with stained glass windows, impressive architecture, and nice front art. The church was built by Jane Stanford in memory of her husband Leland Stanford. We stopped …

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2.56 km

Boo-Qwilla Totem Pole

Highlight • Monument

5.32 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.17 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.28 km

1.35 km

645 m

Elevation

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Monday 6 July

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Stanford Arboretum – Stanford University Main Quad loop from Palo Alto

Stanford Arboretum

Memorial Court, Stanford University

The Burghers of Calais at Stanford University

Stanford University Main Quad

Memorial Church

Boo-Qwilla Totem Pole

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