Mount Tamalpais State Park
7.2 miles
An undemanding hike along the mountainside, this hike begins in the shaded woods and leads to the open hills, with views of Stinson Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Deer Park to Six Points Loop via Bald Hill Trail
Marin Municipal Water District
2.5 miles
Hike uphill on a narrow shaded trail, reaching Six Points and views of Mt. Tam, and return via Bald Hill Trail and a wide fire road to Deer Park Trailhead.
Shoreline Trail to Oak Ridge Trail Loop
China Camp State Park
6.5 miles
This long loop circles China Camp State Park, beginning with a pretty level walk on Shoreline Trail, then climbing up to the ridge and Bay View Trail.
Pantoll to Mountain Theater Loop via R&H Trail
Mount Tamalpais State Park
2.1 miles
Not the best of the hikes up to the Mountain Theater, but like all of them, it’s a nice stroll through the woods, with only a little bit of a tougher uphill climb on Bootjack Trail.
Devil’s Gulch to Stairstep Falls
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.3 miles
This trail is an easy and pleasant walk to a disappointingly small waterfall.
Rock Spring to Cataract Falls and Barth’s Retreat Loop
Marin Municipal Water District
3.7 miles
Hike along Cataract Creek to Laurel Dell, then make a short detour to the falls, returning via secluded Barth’s Retreat and the open ground of Simmons Trail. This hike is best in the rainy season.
Lagoon to Wolf Ridge Loop via Miwok Trail
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.