Mount Tamalpais State Park
1.3 miles
The easy loop around the East Peak has incredible views on a clear day, and the short but rocky hike up to the peak leads to the Fire Lookout.
Easy
Stinson Beach Out & Back on Dipsea Trail
Mount Tamalpais State Park
2.6 miles
A short hike from the town of Stinson Beach to White Gate Fire Road and back, this hike features a wooded stream and views of the Pacific Ocean
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.
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.
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.
Deer Island Loop Trail
Deer Island Open Space Preserve
1.8 miles
This is a short and pleasant loop, with some shade and some open trail.
Devil’s Gulch Trail Out & Back
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.8 miles
This trail is an easy walk through woods with some open meadow, with a return trip via a narrow creekside trail.
Heart’s Desire to Indian Beach Loop
Tomales Bay State Park
1.4 miles
An easy hike from one beautiful beach to another along a wooded trail.