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.
Easy
Cross Marin and South Creek Trails Out & Back
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
4.2 miles
Enjoy an easy walk beginning under redwoods and passing by some of the historical sites at Samuel P Taylor.
Jepson Trail to Pebble Beach Loop
Tomales Bay State Park
2.6 miles
This hike in an oft-overlooked state park takes you up and down a hill, to quiet Pebble Beach, and then along the bay to more popular Heart’s Desire Beach.
Pioneer Tree Trail Loop
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.4 miles
Hike through redwoods on a small narrow 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.
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.