Bay Area Outdoor Guide

Kirsten Saenz Tobey steps in as Executive Director of the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council on August 24, bringing conservation and equity expertise to...

Help maintain trails and split-rail fencing at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park while protecting habitat for the endangered Zayanta band-winged...

Group Outings

• GSB Hike to Rose Peak: GSB Bay Area Chapter offers a hike to Rose Peak (3817 ft elevation) on Sunday, August 2.
• Bay Trail Walk &...

Bike Santa Cruz County's survey of 743 riders found traffic stress as the top barrier, with 44% feeling unsafe and 64% stressed by close passes.
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Join the GSB Bay Area Chapter for their Rose Peak hike on August 2, tackling the 3817 ft elevation with fellow locals in a social setting.

Join a relaxed 4-mile walk along the Bay Trail at Shoreline Park in Mountain View for great conversations and meeting new people. No fixed agenda—just enjoy the waterfront while chatting about AI, startups, fitness or whatever comes up.

Trail Access Updates

• ⚡ Roy's Redwoods Closure: Roy's Redwoods Boardwalk Trail is temporarily closed due to a fallen tree branch; visitors must...

Seeking a peaceful escape from crowded parks like Golden Gate? Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve offers rolling hills and forests just under an hour...

ForageSF's guided outings let beginners spot edible plants and shoreline life in familiar spots, changing how you see the landscape.

• Plant walks in...

Evening group hike at Patterson Ranch offers 5.5 miles of vertical gain and loss.

• Bring sturdy footwear, water, snacks, and layers.
• Perfect for locals craving challenging after-work outings with elevation.

King tides create prime opportunities to explore hidden tide pools along the California coast. Follow these essential guidelines to protect both...

Roy's Redwoods Boardwalk Trail is temporarily closed due to a fallen tree branch. Stay clear of the area and obey all posted signs for safety.

General maps fall short on California trails—no elevation profiles, spotty coverage, and zero community conditions reports.

• AllTrails delivers...

Trail Network Expansions

• 🔥 Twin Peaks Promenade: SF has made permanent the car-free status of Twin Peaks Boulevard as part of the 550-mile Bay...

Experience Big Basin's redwood recovery with Sempervirens Fund volunteers on this HARD 6.4-mile loop.

• August 8, 9 AM–2 PM: Starts at historic...

When a crew blocks the only route, prioritize safety and their directions.

• Stop immediately at the first sign of work and pick a visible,...

Marine layer brings widespread morning fog Saturday, lingering all day west of Twin Peaks and clearing slowly Sunday across much of San Francisco.

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SF officially broke ground in April 2026 on the Twin Peaks Promenade, making the car-free boulevard permanent with parallel paved and natural trails,...

Trail Access Updates

• 🔥 EBMUD Permit: The $10 annual EBMUD permit grants access to 57,000 acres of East Bay watershed trails including Oursan...

Bay Area parks deliver true ADA-compliant trails with firm, stable surfaces and gentle slopes under 5%.

• Coyote Hills Regional Park features...