Tomales Bay State Park
1.2 miles
This short, flat trail has stunning views of Tomales Bay.
<4 miles
Peacock Gap to East Boundary Out & Back
China Camp State Park
3.2 miles
Avoid the busier China Camp trails by hiking the eastern end of the park, under trees and open skies, with views of San Pablo Bay.
Fern Creek to Camp Eastwood Loop
Location: Muir Woods National Monument
2.6 miles
Hike away from the tourist paths through redwoods and up a gentle climb to Camp Alice Eastwood, then loop back down to the main Muir Woods trail.
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.
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.