I am heavier and less active. I have arthritis in my knees and 2 repaired ACLs tears in my past…read more Stairs are my enemy. My arch nemesis. I trained for a few weeks leading up to this trip to make sure I could handle the stairs. 391 stairs counted and verified down then up. Yes, I even counted the baby stairs lol. Down was pretty easy. Up was also.... Pretty easy. I was tired. I was out of breath. My calves BURNED. My knees were shaky. My face was red as a tomato. But I did it. And it was well worth the treck.

A must-visit, but visit during the week; the parking lot is very small. There is a very steep, but…read morevery well maintained, stairs that go from the parking lot to the beach. The west part of the beach is sometimes clothing optional, so watch out for that. The sand is actually not black; it's dark gray.

Kirby cove is a must-visit, easy hike just across the Golden Gate Bridge. Park at the Battery Ridge…read morearea in Marin. then you can hike out too the Battery Spencer viewpoint, then over to the Golden Gate bridge; there is an underpass so that you can reach the East viewpoint. Then you can hike down to Kirby Beach. Go during the week, and try to arrive before noon for good parking.

Kirby Cove is one of those hidden gems that feels like a true escape even though it's right next to…read morethe Golden Gate Bridge. The views are absolutely stunning--especially at sunset--and the beach feels peaceful and uncrowded compared to most spots in the city. The walk down is manageable but be ready for a bit of a climb on the way back up. If you're looking for a scenic, low-key place to relax or take photos, this is hard to beat.

Such a beautiful spot! Came here to walk along the beach and enjoy the view. My husband and pup and…read moreI loved our time here. Soooooo remote and peaceful feeling. I saw plenty of birds as well. Plenty of parking although it does get busy. Bring a jacket!

Lovely hike with my besties on a Saturday afternoon. There were quite a few surfers, walkers,…read morehikers and bikers out today. The windy was very gusty but as the afternoon progressed we enjoy lovely, sunny weather. There are two options, paved or dirt roads which was nice. The bikers were extremely polite and road sharing was not an issue. We greeted quite a few dogs that were on the trail with their families which is awesome (retired dog mom here). So many trail options, we plan to return.

Definitely a hidden gem in Tiburon! The entrance is at the end of a residential area. There are a…read morefew spots to park on the side of the streets. It's a bit of an uphill walk towards the tree but once you get up there, it's to your left. We were there on a Saturday afternoon and it was empty so we got to enjoy the views and swings to ourselves. Check the weather prior before going because it can be cloudy and the view won't be as great.

A hidden spot that has an amazing view and 3 swings. Street parking is very limited. To the left of…read morethe house at 100 Gilmartin, follow the dirt path and make a left up the hill.

Tiny parking lot on Valley and 2nd Street (2 hour limit) with stairs leading directly to the beach,…read morebut kinda steep and at least one of the steps is broken/missing, so take caution. Cozy little public beach, pretty empty this past Monday, just a couple residents from the waterfront units nearby, playing with their dogs. Not too far from the touristy area of Sausalito but far enough to provide a secluded feel, super peaceful, views of the bay bridge, Treasure Island, and more prominently, Angel Island... just perfect on this warm spring day. Calm waters, a mix of smooth sand and pebbles along the shoreline, not much else here except a single bench near the staircase (but that's still quite perfect for laying out my beach mat, picnicking and relaxing). Might be the smallest beach I've ever visited, but then again when on the coast, I never really know where one beach ends and the next one starts.

Marin Headlands is one of the best regional parks in Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA)…read more It is one of the best places to not only hike but to take pictures. This is also great for photographers. Pretty much the hills, grass, trails, rocks, and trails are amazing! This is also a great place for photographers. There are other places like those Battery ones and Hill 88, but my friend and I didn't really get a chance to go there since we pretty much missed the path and we didn't want to turn around. Honestly, it's really hot here and thank goodness that I bring water and snacks in case I'm thirsty or hungry. Most importantly, bring water! You'll need it if you're ever going to hike here. The trip is short in my opinion since I'm used to hiking for a long time. In the future, I am planning to come back here to revisit scenic spots that we missed. The hike might be longer since I enjoy hiking at regional parks.

Absolutely stunning. The Marin Headlands offer some of the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge,…read morethe Pacific Ocean, and San Francisco. The hiking trails are beautiful and well worth exploring, whether you're going for a short walk or a longer hike. It's peaceful, scenic, and feels like a total escape from the city even though it's so close. Bring a camera -- every overlook feels postcard-worthy. A must-visit if you're in the Bay Area. Magical!

A magical little place. When I came here as a kid, the sheer size of this little patch of bay felt…read moreimpossible. No charge for parking, ample first-come first-serve grills and tables, and no permit required fishing off the decades-old mainstay, Paradise Pier. Complete with the best view of the Richmond Bridge out there.

Beautiful park. We came here twice now, once for a baby shower. You can fish or relax on the lawn…read more There are chairs for you with some tables. Lots of picnic areas for gathering. There's a very small beach nearby but it's on the other side of the picnic grounds.

Currently there are some temporary fences - and some renovations being done either in the park or…read moreat the edge of the park. Not the best time to visit. The general area is beautiful. I stopped by yesterday for a phone call appointment with the kid brother at 7pm. I was driving north to Russian River for Pliny Season and just happened to be at around that time. there are views and boats and sandy volleyball courts and water fountains for dogs - very nice. I talked with the kid brother about the unending mystery - a story involving our friend. It is a story revolving around red flags and suspicious events and no answers. There is a foul smell revolving around the whole story and the more one learns of the event the more questions one has. Our phone call ended in more confusion than when we started and when he hung up he sounded like he was going to do more phone calls and digging immediately after we hung up. I suspect he did as I got some call the next day from a person I hadn't heard from in 10 years. A great place to walk, or look at the bay or make a phone call I suppose.

A peaceful little park in Sausalito to enjoy the view and relax. Nothing too much to do here.read more

Spent a blissful evening walking around this area. There were hardly any people and I got to hang…read moreout with a seal, who has having a blast, and some seagulls while enjoying spectacular views of the city and GG bridge. Check out the pictures and video. I will remember this evening for a very long time.

Super! I visited this view of the Golden Gate Bridge for the first time today. I took the fire…read moreengine tour...had never seen this lookout point...Bay Area Discovery museum...hidden and on a scenic drive...view of the Golden Gate bridge...the Golden Gate Bridge has scenic points that are must-see and hard to find...cool!

love this beach, the surf, the whole vibe here.... it gets packed here and is dog friendly…read more.. parking is legit and right along the beach. bathrooms a plenty and tons of folks fishing along the shoreline ...if you surf like I do...stay mindful of not only the fishing lines which we saw a gentleman throw his line out and it snagged on a surfers leg making him bleed ... another thing , surfers if you come alone dont place the strap on your dominant foot ... the swells and oceancan be a bit more choppier and saw dude get taken out and broke his ankle poor guy anyways good spot but please be mindful no matter the beach