Hill Yeah!
The Bay Area hills are alive with winter greenery, stellar scenery, and seasonally favorable temperatures for conquering peaks. These hikes (some with bike options) feature vistas, peak bagging, and prime picnic spots. Head for the hills!
Rock It
Hike to Baccardo Lookout Point at Alum Rock Park in San Jose
Hike a 6-mile loop to the Baccardo Lookout Point in San Jose at Alum Rock Park.
Read the full storyChannel Islands for a Change
Explore Channel Islands and Ventura County Coast
There’s no better time to visit California’s Channel Islands National Park. Located 25 miles off Ventura County Coast, this series of five distinct and spectacular islands is reached by a fun ferry ride often filled with wildlife sightings.
Outdoor Lover's Guide to Ventura County CoastLoop Less Traveled
Hike a Loop Less Traveled at Monument Peak in the East Bay
The East Bay has some of the Bay Area’s most popular mountains, and Monument Peak shares the gorgeous views with fewer people on the trail. Hike this 8.7-mile loop to the summit and it might just be you, and the cows!
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Hike to Mission Peak in the East Bay
Thousands of hikers and bikers come to test their mettle against Mission Peak and pose with the famous “Mission Peeker” summit pole. This 6-mile out-and-back route happens to be one of the best sunset hikes in the Bay Area.
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