Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.4 miles
Hike through redwoods on a small narrow trail and take a look at Pioneer Tree, an old growth redwood.
<4 miles
Back Ranch Meadows to Bay View Trail Loop
China Camp State Park
3.6 miles
This hike begins along shaded Shoreline Trail, then climbs steeply on the fire road, and winds down gently on busy-with-bikers Bay View Trail.
Santa Venetia Marsh Loop
Santa Venetia Open Space Preserve
1.2 miles
This simple loop along the marsh is popular with local joggers and dog-walkers.
Olompali Miwok Trail Loop
Olompali State Historic Park
2.5 miles
A truly peaceful hike in the woods, this trail is relatively unknown.
Roy’s Redwoods Loop
Roy’s Redwoods Open Space Preserve
3.1 miles
This loop, with an optional inner loop at the hilltop, is lovely regardless of season, with some open trail but mostly redwoods.
Shoreline Trail to Turtle Back Loop
China Camp State Park
2.8 miles
Start on wooded Shoreline Trail, and enjoy bay views while circling Turtle Back Hill.
Canopy View Trail to Fern Creek Loop
Muir Woods National Monument
2.7 miles
This understandably popular trail is a gentle climb through redwoods, then a steep set of stairs down to Muir Woods.
Pantoll Station to Mountain Theater Loop
Mount Tamalpais State Park
2.3 miles
Climb through lovely woods to stunning views of the Bay Area.