Not crowded, very good view of the bridge. Nice easy walk to see the skyline, bridge and mountain…read more There is an old bunker that made it interesting. Restrooms are availble which is a bonus.

Great view, I always bring visitors here or Kirby cove. Not a long hike so I'd say you could bring…read morekids. But it is a hike.

This trail is a hidden treasure. It boasts spectacular 360 degree views and gentle rolling hills. I…read morehonestly can't say anything about it that isn't better represented by the photos. P.S. We saw a snake on the trail and a hawk!

Such a good find if you are on this side of the Bay.. not too strenuous but trails are long enough…read moreto get a good hike in.... especially enjoyed the wild flowers and view from multiple angles.

Great family friendly hike (the main Tennessee Valley trail) with a nice beach at the turnaround…read morepoint. You have the option to take a flatter lower route or get more views and exercise by going up some mild hills on the route. Our 6 year old made the 4 mile trek no problem. An off road stroller could be easily used or you can carry a toddler in a pack (heavy but no dangerous moments).

You might get a foggy gray day, you might get a sunny day. Better vivid colors on a sunny day but…read moreyou can't plan that. You get what you get and enjoy it anyway Many trails, though I thought it was slightly confusing. Make sure to take a pic of the map at the trailhead to keep with you. Keep you on track as you come to a few forks Going up the hill on Fox trail was pretty good exercise and a nice challenge. Take it easy and slow. The beach was nice surprise, pebble beach and then becomes sand when you get closer to the ocean. Can only get here by hike. Careful of rip tides and as tempting as it is, don't go too close to the water! Watch your kids I saw deer, rabbits, birds, lots of dead fish scattered along the trails (dropped by birds from the sky) Parking is tough, get here by 9am weekend for one of the last spots. Around 1pm people are done and leaving

Very soothing and tranquil spot to hike. Great views of the bay. Not too far. Good for families.read more

The hiking trails above Tennessee Valley in Mill Valley over to Muir Beach offer some of the most…read morespectacular scenery you'll find anywhere in the world. Coyote Trail which loops over to the Green Gulch and Miwok trails offer 360-degree panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, the East bay, Mount Tamalpais and Mill Valley. It is especially beautiful during springtime with the many varieties of colorful wild flowers that dot the hillsides. Scurrying quails, soaring hawks, abundant butterflies and the occasional bobcat (not to worry as they are quite skittish) are common companions on the trails. A great alternative to the many shaded redwood trails if you're looking for warmth and sunshine. http://gurmeet.net/hiking/hikes/Muir_Beach_To_Tennessee_Beach_Long_Loop.html

We started our hike to Fishbits at the Old St Hillary's church. There is limited parking there…read more Maybe two spots. There is a trail head just in front of the parking spots or you can catch it at the back of the church. This trail cuts across the bottom of the Old Hillary Preserve - imagine the preserve is a wedge and the trail cuts across the point of the wedge. It ends on a residential street - Vistazo West, where we then hiked up the hill - linking to Lyford Dr. It's pretty steep, but eventually you get to another trailhead from Lyford. You may want to turn left up Sugar Loaf and then Right on Heathcliff Dr, but it was pretty steep and we decided to stay on Lyford, which also leads to a trialhead for Fishbits. Once on the trail head you climb to the top with the trail's clear hills and valleys ,and have amazing views of the bay, Angel Island and the Golden Gate and Richmond Bridges. If you take this to the end - you will be greeted by a "No Trespassing -Private Property," sign just outside a wire fence that has been cut open - clearly some time ago. We proceeded and there is another sign posted right at the lookout point for Angel Island. Taking this trail around - there are now houses on the left which are enclosed by chainlink fencing. At this point, you may want to go back on the main trail or if you proceed, the trail gets a bit more narrow and challenging - uneven, less groomed, some rocks, etc. but clearly more than a deer trail. It cuts across the mountain and then switches back towards the trail behind Old Hillary's Church. All Trails lists this a down and back trail and not a loop. We kept going and it did eventually loop back to the church. It was just short of 4 miles, steep, and took us 2.5 hours and I'm not in great shape. So there you have it!

Really enjoyed this trail. I went on a Tuesday and there wasn't many people on it which was nice…read more The views were beautiful!

620 ft elevation, 360 panoramic views of the entire Bay Area. One of the most marvelous and…read moreromantic places in the entire Bay Area. Stunning for all ranges of hikers, easy to aggressive. Greatest place in the Bay Area for a picnic. Mountain Biking too. It's a glorious place. See you there. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pavlov's+Peak,+California+94920/@37.8849386,-122.4499976,15z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x808584831bc2aa31:0xa3f329ceff7b2e58

Pavlov ' s peak is the most perfect, peaceful spot in the bay area. I run or walk to the peak a…read morefew days a week and when you reach the top with sprawling views, you will feel a little bit closer to heaven. Plan to stay a while and picnic or nap. Dog friendly!

Such a great find in the Headlands, I love taking photos of old graffitied buildings and this place…read moreis one of the better ones. That being said this is a hike! I love hiking, no problem but when I first when with a photographer friend he couldn't handle the hike, so we had to turn around. Treat this as a hike first and for something easier to get in and out for photography there are many bunkers in the Headlands that are better suited for this. The hike is about 4 miles RT and uphill the whole way. It's not super steep but it's a constant incline. It took me a little more than an hour to get to the top. I thought it was quite beautiful with such a depth of field with views of the ocean, city, Tennessee Valley, Mount Tam, and the East Bay. Sounds of the ocean waves and ocean buoys were always in the distance, it felt very maritime. Tons of birds chirping and wildflowers as well. The headlands are rather cool and foggy for the majority of the time. I'd avoid this hike on a sunny 80-degree day with no clouds because there is no shade.

When it comes to the Marin Headlands, there are so many wonderful hiking trails to explore. The…read morehike up Hill 88 is definitely one of them. Hiked this trail as a loop from Rodeo Beach and back last summer, and it was absolutely stunning. What I love about this hike is that you can extend or shorten it to your liking. The actual hike up to Hill 88 and back is only about 3.2 miles roundtrip, but it's all incline on the way up. As you make your climb, views of the coast will meet you at every stop. Going up the Coastal Trail is mostly paved, but once you reach the top, it turns into a dirt path surrounded by beautiful shrubbery. On the way up, you'll pass by the old Battery Townsley and several different scenic viewpoints. Once you reach the old bunker at the top, you'll know that you've made it to the end of Hill 88. From here, you can explore bunker hill, turn around and head back to the beach, or continue hiking along several different trails. I connected to Wolf Ridge and the Miwok Trail which looped me back to Rodeo Beach. If you plan on doing this loop, expect about a 5 mile-ish hike. Since it's most downhill, the descent back is pretty easy and enjoyable. There are tons of colorful wildflowers and rampant wildlife along the these trails. I would encourage anyone to start hiking as early as possible to avoid the crowds and to secure parking. I started my hike from Rodeo Beach in the morning, and there was plenty of free parking. The Coastal Trail is usually heavily trafficked, but connector trails aren't as popular. Most people were wearing masks, and many of the trails are wide enough to social distance. Also, these trails are pretty much completed exposed. Sunscreen, shades, and a hat is kind of a must (especially during the summer). It gets windy as you make your way back down, but it feels good when it's warm out. There's definitely a lot to explore on Hill 88 and beyond. Would highly recommend this hike if you're planning on traversing the headlands.