
Headspace in the Headlands
Need a little headspace? Head for the Headlands to savor the last of summer with these beach, hike, and high-point adventures.
Week: 09.16.2026
Regions: Northern CA
Headlands Over Heels
Hike the SCA Trail in the Marin Headlands for Fresh Views of the Golden Gate Bridge




People come from all over the world to get a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge. Get a dramatic and novel view of the bridge without all the people on this moderate 6-mile hike in the Marin Headlands.
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Plan a Getaway to Yosemite




Yosemite Mariposa County is where golden moments unfold all season long. Watch the sun's warm glow settle over El Capitan and Half Dome, then wander quietly in Mariposa Grove. Beyond Yosemite National Park, explore Gold Rush towns and seasonal celebrations like Hornitos’ annual D
Plan Your Autumn Escape to Yosemite Mariposa CountyThree Beaches to the Wind
Hike to three beaches on this coastal trail in the Marin Headlands




This beautiful 7-mile (round-trip) coastal hike in the Marin Headlands connects three beaches: Muir Beach, Pirates Cove, and Tennessee Cove.
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Visit the Newly Renovated Hawk Hill in the Marin Headlands




After a nearly year-long closure, Hawk Hill in the legendary Marin Headlands recently emerged with a glow-up. Thank the hearty TLC from the National Park Service. This Golden Gate National Recreation Area gem now has a new trail along with revamped spaces for taking in timeless, grand views.
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