Bay Area Trail Watch

• 6-mile trail hugs Skyline Blvd with east views of Crystal Springs Reservoir and west glimpses of the Pacific
• Trailhead at Hwy 92/Skyline has only...

Old-growth redwoods sit just 20–25 km from San Francisco. This guide covers access, best visit times, trail feel, and logistics for planning your hike.

A beach hazards statement is active for Point Reyes, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, and nearby shorelines from Friday 6 a.m. through Monday 11...

Caltrans will shut all northbound U.S. 101 lanes between Cesar Chavez and 10th streets from Friday 11 p.m. to Monday 6 a.m. for drainage upgrades and...

This visitor guide delivers a complete blueprint for Bay Area hikers tackling the Presidio: mandatory reservations, transport options, trail choices, and seasonal timing all in one place.

Hikers should check official Monterey County updates before any Timber Fire area plans.

• Call 831-647-7760 or 800-322-6884 for evacuation and...

During triple-digit heat, rattlesnakes retreat to rocky crevices, rat nests, logs, woodpiles, and dense bushes to avoid overheating.

• Stay on clear...

Point Reyes offers free admission and 140+ miles of trails just 30 miles north of San Francisco.

• Wildlife viewing: Spot tule elk along the trails
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A gray wolf was confirmed in Lake County's coastal mountains near Mendocino National Forest, marking one of the closest modern sightings to the Bay...

• Rain outlook: Up to 0.25 inches possible in Santa Rosa and Sonoma valleys, lighter drizzle elsewhere
• Timing details: Rain spreads inland...

State recognition of the Diablo Range via ACR 107 creates momentum for expanded public access, wildlife corridors, and trail stewardship across its 4...

Light showers brushed the Bay Area Wednesday, bringing wetter conditions mainly to the North Bay with totals from a few hundredths to a tenth of an...

Free and open to all ages, this lakeside outing at Temescal Regional Recreation Area lets you walk and chat directly with Alameda County Supervisor...

Fort Funston packs 200-foot coastal bluffs, ocean views, and hang gliding into one free spot.

• Off-leash dog trails wind along the bluffs
• Hang gliding launches above the Pacific
• Open dawn to dusk with free entry

The 161-acre former Golden Gate Fields site is set to become a new public park under East Bay Regional Park District management, creating a...

Tested UPF clothing and sun-protective gear from REI, Janji, and The North Face deliver options for hiking and outdoor use.

California State Parks safety guidance translates directly into these practical steps for weekend hikes:

• Plan and pack: Check daily temperatures,...

September and October deliver the warmest, clearest weather for Bay Area weekend hikes, while June-August brings frequent fog and cooler temps despite peak season crowds.

Bay Area Air District advisory through Tuesday warns of drifting smoke from the Timber and Plaskett fires.

• Check real-time conditions: Use the EPA...

Labor Day marks the final weekend for many seasonal Bay Area destinations before they close until next summer.

• McNear's Beach pool offers free...