The San Mateo County Parks & Rec have this labeled as the "Brisbane Recreational Trail" but it's…read moreactually called the Crocker Park Recreational Trail. It loops around Crocker Park businesses in the town of Brisbane. About 2.5-mile, gravel trail begins and ends on Park Lane across from the dog park, although you can pick up the trail at any place where it crosses a street: South Hill Drive, North Hill Drive, West Hill Drive, Valley Drive and Cypress Lane. Can be a little tricky to find since it's tucked away. Sadly this is a pretty depressing trail, almost like it used to be an old road and they decided to revamp it for recreational use. It's definitely very under used, probably because it runs in back of all of warehouses so it's not very pretty. Temperatures can also feel pretty hot since there's very little spots offering shade. Only saw 1 bench along the loop but I can't imagine wanting to sit here for long. Terrain is flat with lots of gravel.

This has been a hidden treasure now that I'm training for the half-marathon. It's right near work…read moreso I can easily hit the trail for a 2.5 mile workout at lunch time. It can be a bit secluded, but I always encounter about a half dozen people on the trail whenever I go so I don't feel like I'm completely alone. If you want to stretch out your run, you can always take it up Old Quarry Road to add some distance, or even run up and around the Ridge homes for some elevation. Good terrain to run on so you don't get too much impact on your legs. There's parking at the trail head on Park Lane off of Valley Drive.

Rating the hiking and biking trail. I'm guessing it's called the Bay Trail which runs along the…read moremarsh at Baylands Park. More for bicyclists than for hikers. As a hiker, be aware of your surroundings and stay on one side of the path, and be ready to move out of the way when a bicycle approaches. Sometimes bicyclists can approach from behind. The marsh gives off a not-so-pleasant smell. Scenery is ok; not spectacular but you'll see the bridge along this trail. No shade so wear a hat and bring water if you're planning to take a longer walk.

Its a nice park. Great place for children. The view is amazing as well. We will be back…read more Although we were regulars with my son was 5 to 9.

This is a nice, flat trail that overlooks 101 and parts of the Bay. I love coming here just to take…read morein the sun and scenery. The trail is very spacious so you'll encounter runners, bikes, but mostly people strolling along. Since it's along the freeway, this trail is not shaded so make sure to bring sunglasses or hats. Also, no pets allowed on this trail as some may wander too close to the water.

accessible from bair island in rwc, this is a great little trail measuring 1.75mi long, so you can…read moreget 3.5mi round trip. this is a flat, crushed dirt trail, suitable for cyclists, runners, walkers, strollers and 4-legged animals. there's no shade here so be sure to wear a hat & sunscreen if you're out in the middle of a warm summer day. there's also no restrooms and water fountains so be sure to take care of your business before starting on this trail. beautiful views of bair island, the bay and wildlife in the peninsula. a great place to see the sunset if you're in the peninsula.

Easy Trail , beautiful views on a nice day , access to beach which is not crowded…read more Setup net to play volley ball , fly kite, sand castle and sand pits .. There are interesting kids activity near Chrissy field beach and near parking lot. 1. Rock climbing 2. Jump area 3, nice stores

This trail is a little confusing because All Trails, the Presidio website, and Google Maps all have…read moreslightly different versions of where the trail goes. I think the most concise is starting at the Presidio Gate then go to the bridge and back which is about 5 miles and takes about 2 hours. This is the one reflected on the Presidio's website. I like this trail because there is a lot to see and stop off at such as the newly opened welcome center and Tunnel Tops Park, Disney Museum, Battery Bluffs Park, Pet Cemetery, Crissy Field Overlook, and of course the Golden Gate Bridge. The hike is always interesting and good for taking people that get bored easily or who don't want something too strenuous. While there is an inclination at some points it's mostly a walk. Along the promenade are views of the bay and Alcatraz, Angel Island, it's definitely one of the more beautiful hikes in the city.

A lovely trail with my dog walking along tall grass and wildflowers. I chose the short path. Dog…read moreowners please be aware there's lots of foxtails on the path and some parts are narrow. I redirected and picked up my dog on those parts. Hike was short, peaceful with birds chirping along the way. At some point there was a view of downtown framed by trees.

The trail is around 2.7 miles and encompasses the whole park, so it is a good introduction if…read moreyou've never been to John McLaren Park before. There are stone markers with a triangle that direct you where to go but I think AllTrails is better to stay on track because sometimes you might miss a stone marker and end up walking too far a different way. Parking is at the south end of the park which has a really nice view of south of the city and San Bruno Mountain. The trail goes through different terranes but for the most part it's mostly shaded. Another reason to do AllTrails or some other hiking app is that this trail does not go through the Upper Reservoir, Duck Pond, or Water Tower. It comes close so you'd have to veer off a little but if you stuck straight to the trail markers you'd miss out on those things.

** The following review reflects my experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. **…read more I can't be the only one who thought the Mountain Lake Trail was just the paved path around, you guessed it, Mountain Lake. Could that be my unique niche of urban ignorance as an interloper in these parts? OK, fine then. I admit I'm a Presidio Luddite. Well, as far as I can tell, Mountain Lake is mostly a marsh and a pond for various cavorting birds, all of us surrounded by the vehicular speedway known as Veterans Blvd. As it turns out, the fragmented trail itself actually consists of not only that segment but almost the entire southern perimeter of the Presidio as well as the new boardwalk extension that goes out toward Baker Beach. You could easily miss this latter part because of the blink-and-miss signage that leads you up the steps to get to the scenic area called Marine Cemetery Vista, named spookily after sailors that were buried here in the 19th century (photo: https://bit.ly/3tgUEmr). Traversing east of the lake, the path is more popular with dog owners, joggers, and golfers headed to the Presidio Golf Course. There are several short detours you can make off this part of the trail to get to sights like Inspiration Point and El Polin Spring (both via the wooded Ecology Trail) and Andy Goldsworthy's Wood Line, a cool public art display (think Lincoln Logs - review: https://bit.ly/3teb6nA). You eventually make your way to either the Broadway or Presidio Gates if you continue in this direction. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2OrC8nU

This trail starts at the end of Pacific Avenue at Arguello Blvd. It's a paved trail going between…read morehouses and the golf course until you get to Mountain Lake. Mountain Lake Park has a big grassy area, play structure, and bathrooms. The lake is okay, it's nice to see nature and birds but it's near a busy thoroughfare which is loud and takes away from the serene feeling. I'd probably come here more if I lived down the street but just for a lake, I think Stowe Lake is much better. The trail goes alongside the right side of the lake (the playground and park is to the left) and behind it under the overpass. From here you can make a right or left. If you turn left you'll soon see a staircase. Take 100 stairs up to a boardwalk which is called the Cemetery Overlook Path. This has views of the west part of the city and is nice during sunset. You can take this to the Lobos Creek Boardwalk which is about .7 miles. The path splits up and is not exactly clear so it's good to have a hiking app like All Trails. If not take the Cemetery Overlook Path to Wedemeyer Street make a left then you'll come across the Lobos Creek Valley path. If you make a right, this path goes up near the golf course and can loop around through Washington Blvd passing by the art installation Spire. This loop take about 2 miles.

Beautiful well-maintained trail with views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge. We usually park at…read moreBlackie's Pasture & walk from there, but today we were coming from the Belvedere Tiburon library so decided to park on San Rafael Ave & take a quick scenic stroll. We liked looking at the waterfront homes along San Rafael Ave and then the more familiar main path with other pedestrians walking their dogs & families riding their bikes. Lovely way to get fresh air and exercise!

Tiburon and Belvedere are such exclusive, only-in-Marin bedroom communities, they just don't seem…read moreall that welcoming to the other 98% of us. We're all shuffled off to Angel Island or Sam's Anchor Cafe to congregate away from the downward eye-line of the wealthy locals. The one exception is this 2.6-mile trail which really isn't a trail. It's more like a paved promenade that won't make you break out in a sweat unless it's a hot summer day where you're fully exposed. It starts at Blackie's Pasture where surprisingly, there's free parking. The walkway winds along the picturesque shoreline of Richardson Bay to downtown Tiburon offering gorgeous views throughout. Nothing to complain about except the occasional spatially indifferent cyclist who thinks that grazing innocent pedestrians is sport. There's a worthwhile detour onto San Rafael Avenue that will get you up close and impersonal with Belvedere's exclusive waterfront real estate. The walk back to your car is just as good as the walk to Tiburon. Just don't let all the surrounding privilege get you down. RELATED - Up for a hike? Here's a collection of trails I've walked and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2OrC8nU

This is a 2.1 mile loop trail in the Berkeley Hills. The Berkeley parks people just finishing…read more"paving" the upper portion of this trail with bark, and clearing many of the paths. Its a fantastic hike that rewards you with amazing east and west views. If you do the full loop, you will experience an 860 elevation change throughout. So there are some slopes, but its still would rank as relatively easy. It is not suitable for mountain bikes. The trail is well marked, but make sure you have enough daylight to complete the loop. The loop takes about 50 minutes for me to complete. There's also an easily accessible bathroom 3/4 of the way through the loop that's maintained by the parks people. There is no water, so bring your own. And no cell phone coverage on the hike. Which is delightful!