In the summer of 2021, my family went to Finnish Lapland, where we hiked Saana Fell and, on our way to Levi, a short trail at Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park.
Loop
Yolanda Trail Loop from Deer Park
Marin Municipal Water District
3.2 miles
This hike is pretty quiet, with a climb up to open hills, then shaded woods leading you back to Deer Park.
Bon Tempe Lake Loop
Marin Municipal Water District
4.1 miles
This loop is easy, pleasant and understandably popular, circling Bon Tempe Lake.
Ring Mountain Loop Trail
Ring Mountain Open Space Preserve
1.8 miles
This hike begins with an uphill climb, leading to great views of the bay and the San Rafael-Richmond Bridge.
Tennessee Valley, Marincello to Old Springs Loop
Marin Headlands (Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
3.7 miles
This hike starts with a long climb up Marincello, then winds down along Miwok and Old Springs Trails back down to Tennessee Valley.
Tennessee Valley, Coastal to Fox Loop
Marin Headlands (Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
4.0 miles
This hike feels like it’s one constant climb up Coastal Trail, but it’s got some spectacular views of Tennessee Valley and even Muir Beach.
Yolanda Trail Loop from Phoenix Lake
Marin Municipal Water District
3.8 miles
This loop climbs up the hill above Phoenix Lake to views of Mt. Tam.
Short Phoenix Lake Loop
Marin Municipal Water District
2.8 miles
This short and easy hike circles the popular Phoenix Lake.
Hiking Mt. Tam’s East Peak
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.
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.