Bay Area Outdoor Guide

Ted's Hikes group leads a 7-mile out-and-back with 1,200 ft elevation gain – ideal for intermediate hikers chasing Pacifica views and Devil's...

East Bay locals, participate in the EBRPD District Plan process!

• Public webinars invite organizations and residents
• Explain plan process,...

Slow Spokes hosts a 20-mile casual ride along paved Alameda Bay Trail.

• When: Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 10AM
• Start: Former Naval Air Station lot, 2501...

Tired of gym routines? Power up with 8 hikes to the Bay Area's tallest peaks, from 2,463-ft Sonoma Mountain in Glen Ellen to 4,342-ft Mount Saint Helena in Calistoga, for serious workout intensity.

Timeline safety tips for hikes and coastal walks:

• Today (Sat): Blustery NNW gusts to 32 mph on coasts, hills, bridges – caution cyclists, secure...

Walking influencers reveal SF's hidden gems blending hills, staircases, and city eucalyptus groves. Part of the 415-mile Bay Area Ridge Trail push for...

• Most popular hike: Roy's Redwood Loop Trail in Roy's Redwoods Open Space Preserve
• Distance: 3.2 miles (5.2 km)
• Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes
• From the top 10 hikes list—ideal Bay Area redwood loop for frequent hikers

Practical pick for Bay Area trail running/hiking in wet, variable weather:

• Technical trail shoe with sturdy outsole for grip
• Protective midsole for rugged paths
• Gore-Tex Invisible Fit upper keeps feet dry

Celebrate with outdoor group outings:

• Rosie the Riveter Day at World War II Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond: Festivities honoring...

Elevate your GGNRA coastal hikes with these immersive picks:

• Baker Beach shoreline walk: Real-time 4K stroll along sandy paths under Presidio...

Escape to Tiburon's waterfront vibes, just 30 minutes north of the Golden Gate:

• Morning: Hike the flat 2.6-mile Old Rail Trail past herons, gardens,...

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