Route 280--Father Junipero Serra Freeway in California State

Route 280--Father Junipero Serra Freeway

This route traces the crack of the San Andreas fault line as it winds up through San Mateo Country towards the city limits of San Francisco.

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Route 280--Father Junipero Serra Freeway Details

This route traces the crack of the San Andreas fault line as it winds up through San Mateo Country towards the city limits of San Francisco. The entire 22-mile journey is surrounded by lush green hills on both sides with dramatic views of the Crystal Springs Reservoir off in the distance.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Route 280--Father Junipero Serra Freeway

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Crystal Springs Regional Trail

This trail is divided into three different segments and will be 17.5-miles long when it is completed (15.3-miles are available at the moment).

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San Bruno Mountain State Park

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Pacifica State Beach

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Gray Whale Cove State Beach

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Candlestick Point State Recreation Area

This is one of the coolest urban parks in San Francisco, with numerous hiking trails, two fishing piers, and breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay.