Marin Headlands (Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
4.3 miles
Climb up and around Wolf Ridge, and take in coastal views on your way down to Rodeo Beach.
Muddy Hollow and Estero Trail Loop
Point Reyes National Seashore
7.3 miles
This long loop is best hiked counter-clockwise to make the most of the ocean views, and you may see wildflowers and wild blackberries in springtime, and maybe even a herd or two of Tule elk.
Greenpicker to Alamea Trail Loop
Point Reyes National Seashore
6.9 miles
Climb up to Fir Top on quiet Greenpicker Trail, catch a glimpse of the ocean on your way to shaded Alamea Trail, and enjoy a gentle descent on Stewart Trail.
Canopy View to Dipsea Trail Loop
Muir Woods National Monument
4.5 miles
Hike out of the redwoods and into the open hills, then wind back down along popular Dipsea Trail.
Bootjack to Camp Eastwood Loop via Troop 80 Trail
Mount Tamalpais State Park
5.0 miles
Hike through a meadow, down steps along a stream, and up through redwoods, stopping for a break among the redwoods at Camp Alice Eastwood.
Shoreline Trail around Back Ranch Meadows Loop
China Camp State Park
1.8 miles
This easy loop circles the Back Ranch Meadows Campground, taking you on a relaxed stroll through the woods.
Old Mine Trail to Stapelveldt Loop
Mount Tamalpais State Park
2.3 miles
This hike begins with an easy stroll on accessible Old Mine Trail, climbs down steeply into Muir Woods, then climbs back up on Stapelveldt Trail.
North Creek Trail Out & Back
Samuel P. Taylor
1.8 miles
This short but lovely creekside trail, linking Camp Taylor with Madrone Camp, usually also connects with Devil’s Gulch but is currently impassable.
Ox Trail to South Creek Trail Loop
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.0 miles
This is a short hike up along the hill then down along the creek, with redwoods and wildflowers.
Muddy Hollow Trail Out & Back
Point Reyes National Seashore
3.6 miles
This easy trail to/from Limantour Beach varies from season to season, notably showcasing an abundance of wildflowers in springtime.