Posted in San Francisco
November 30, 2017
10 Hikes Around San Francisco With Amazing Final Destinations
Get out and stretch your legs and take a hike. There are various hikes of many different levels around the Bay area. Discover these hikes around the Bay area that will more than fascinate you.
Lands End is in the northwestern corner of San Francisco and includes trails along the cliffs that offers some of the most stunning views. The classic city trail has marvelous points of interests and attractions. Address: 680 Point Lobos Avenue, San Francisco, 94121
San Francisco has more than 40 hills. Mount Davidson is the tallest of them all. The half mile hike to the top is easy, and awesome. The view of the city will be more than priceless and epic of course! Address: Dalewood Way & Myra Way, San Francisco, 94127
Angel Island has a hike called the Sunset Trail that is 4.6 miles. The hike takes you to the top of Mount Livermore, which is the highest point on the island. Enjoy views of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, Golden Gate, and San Francisco skyline.
An intense hike that is pretty with a couple of steep parts, but well worth it. The trail can get crowded, so prepare your trip early in the day. The ending is not only an awesome waterfall, but a tidal fall. Address: Pt Reyes National Seashore, Bolinas, 94924
The Tennessee Valley trail is 3.4 miles and winds through coastal hills. Vews of the fog and mountains will certainly fascinate many. Address: Mill Valley, 94941
Fort Funston is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The park offers sandy trails and expansive views of the ocean. You'll feel happy when you arrive to the beach and even happier to be able to bring your dog. Address: Skyline Blvd, San Francisco, 94132
The trail goes from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach and can go as long as 9.5 miles. Unfortunately, this is not for beginners, but the hike and views are classic Northern California beauty. The best part, the beach, is the epic ending to make anyone happy. Address: 200 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, 94941
Easy and full of beauty, this is an often overlooked hike of only about 1.5 miles in the Bay area. If you want great views without a lot of work then then Windy Hill Open Space Preserve has lots of open spaces and hard to grassland ridges. Address: Portola Valley, 94028
A hidden gem in San Francisco that takes you to the second highest peak in the city. McLaren Park’s Philosopher’s Way is a 2.7-mile loop with lots of markers and park history. Address: 116 John F Shelley Drive, San Francisco, 94134
Get 360-degree views of the city when you finish this hike. A short and popular city hike with lots of views and beauty. Admire Downtown, Twin Peaks, Mount Davidson, the East Bay, and the peninsula from the top. Address: 10 Bernal Heights Blvd, San Francisco, 94110
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