Hiking Marin County
Marin Headlands (Golden Gate National Recreation Area)
1.0 mile
The Marin Headlands are a lovely place to hike, with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, the San Francisco Bay, and the city. Point Bonita Lighthouse can be visited on certain afternoons, and there are a few short trails nearby to add onto your trip if you’re interested in the historical monuments.
Point Reyes National Seashore
9.6 miles
ALERT! This hike is no longer possible, following coastal erosion in January 2023. You can hike as far as Coastal Trail but Kelham Beach is not accessible and any attempt to reach the beach is considered dangerous.
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
Mount Tamalpais State Park
7.2 miles
An undemanding hike along the mountainside, this hike begins in the shaded woods and leads to the open hills, with views of Stinson Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
2.3 miles
This trail is an easy and pleasant walk to a disappointingly small waterfall.
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.
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.
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.
Samuel P. Taylor State Park
3.0 miles
This trail is easy stroll under the shade of redwoods.
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.