Second Wave of Spring
Recent rains have refreshed these adventures and given spring a welcome extension. But it won’t last long so get out there and enjoy an encore of wildflowers like poppies and lupine, plus bold panoramas of the coast and urban icons.
Week: 05.06.2026
Regions: Northern CA
Cheers to Chimney
Hike to Chimney Rock in Point Reyes National Seashore
If you’re looking for all that Point Reyes has to offer in spring, Chimney Rock is the place to be. The 1.75-mile (round-trip) hike to Chimney may be short, but it packs a visual punch, quadrupling the viewing thrills during spring.
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Hike at Mount Diablo for Big Views and Seasonal Hues
Terrific views and vibrant hues define this 4.8-mile out-and-back journey on Mount Diablo.
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Hike Valentine Vista Loop in Moore Creek Park Napa
Hike the 4.3-mile Valentine Vista Trail at Moore Creek Park. It's spectacular for views and poppies blooming in spring.
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POST's 2026 Wildflower Walks Guide
Ready for a Flowerpalooza? POST’s complimentary 2026 Wildflower Walks guide makes it easy, with 11 floral-filled outings.
POST's 2026 Wildflower Walks GuideHeads Up, Headlands!
Hiking Along the Mendocino Headlands State Park
There’s one thing that’s pretty much mandatory when you visit Mendocino and that’s a hike along the famous bluffs. The trail system at Mendocino Headlands State Park is vast, surrounding the village and meandering for miles, with sweeping sea panoramas.
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Hike to the Top of Angel Island's Mount Livermore
The 4-mile hike to the top of Angel Island offers Bay-mazing scenery. Some people claim you get a five-bridge view: Richmond-San Rafael, Bay, Golden Gate, San Mateo-Hayward, and Dumbarton bridges.
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