IgoUgo

San Francisco Journals

Best Bay Area Hiking

A July 2002 trip to San Francisco by ErickaTravels

Quote: Beautiful, scenic, moderate to strenuous hikes--a perfect way to absorb the beauty of the Bay Area.
  • Cheer!
  • Flag
  • Print

Best Bay Area Hiking Best of IgoUgo

Overview

Quote:
Marin County: Hiking through Mount Tamalpais to the ocean-- from Mill Valley down to Stinson Beach via the Dipsea Trail (see more detail below). Stop by the German-American Tourist Club via the Sun Trail (off the Dipsea) for a quick rest and a beer. Scale the dirt hills of Tennesee Valley for spectacular coastal and city-wide views. Visit Bass Lake via the Palomarin Trail, a huge fresh water lake a short jaunt from the ocean where nude sunbathers find shade amongst the tress.Quick Tips: Read specific hike summaries in the Activity Reports in this file. A great online resource: http://gorp.com/gorp/location/cities/regions/ca_sanfran.htm For more information visit the California Park...Read More
Quote:
A serene mix of green forest calm (at the start) leading to open rolling hills and breathtaking views, makes this hike a great workout and the very diverse terrain make this a good way to see the different sides to this beautiful Marin mountain area. This trail ends at the lovely Stinson Beach where you can take a stroll on the sand and grab a juicy burger or ice cream cone at the Stinson Beach burger joint at the entrance to the beach. Visit the Stinson Beach Bookstore for some rare finds and recommendations.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 15, 2002

Dipsea Trail in Marin County
Mount Tamalpais, Marin County
San Francisco, California

Bass Lake (Point Reyes) Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Hidden Treasure: Bass Lake (Point Reyes)"

Quote:
A magical hike featuring a hidden fresh water lake as you approach the ocean. Take the marked Coast Trail which will enter a grove of large eucalyptus trees and then leaves the woods and edges toward the ocean along some very steep, dramatic cliffs. Enjoy the beautiful views!! Bring a camera. On a clear day, you have a great view west to the Farallones, and south to Montara Mountain. The trail will then drop to greet Bass Lake on the left, a lovely spot for a swim and a nice picnic lunch (beware of nude sunbathers). After your visit to the Lake, continue to follow Coast Trail to the ocean, where you will encounter a few waterfalls (in the rainy season) and you have to climb down to reach the spra...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 15, 2002

Bass Lake (Point Reyes)
Palomarin Trailhead
San Francisco, California

About the Writer

ErickaTravels

ErickaTravels
San Francisco, California

More Journals by ErickaTravels

Popular San Francisco Hotels

Argonaut Hotel - A Kimpton Hotel
User Rating: 5 out of 5
Fairmont San Francisco Hotel
User Rating: 5 out of 5
Le Meridien San Francisco
User Rating: 4 out of 5
Omni San Francisco Hotel
User Rating: 4 out of 5
Donatello Hotel
User Rating: 4 out of 5

Alcatraz Island
User Rating: 5 out of 5
Golden Gate Bridge
User Rating: 5 out of 5
Golden Gate Park
User Rating: 4 out of 5
Exploratorium
User Rating: 4 out of 5
Napa Valley Wine Country
User Rating: 4 out of 5