San Francisco Bay Area, California
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Top Hiking Spots in and near San Francisco Bay Area
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Winters, California
Hike the Stebbins Cold Canyon Loop
4.04.5 mi / 350 ft gainStebbins Cold Canyon is a great day hike for all skill levels, accessible year round, and offers an abundance of wild flower viewing, including the California poppy. Tog get to the hike, head about 8 miles west of Winters, CA, where a silver fire gate marks the main entrance to the Stebbins Cold ...Read more -
Winters, California
Hike the Homestead-Blue Ridge Loop
5.0From the official trailhead, start off by taking the Homestead Trail, which forks towards the right. A trail connecting Homestead and Blue Ridge will take you to a creek nearby. Veer off the trail along the creek and there is a water hole for cooling off on hot days. Onward into the trail, you wi...Read more -
Santa Rosa, California
Joe Rodota Trail
4.512.67 mi / 174 ft gainJoe Rodota Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Sebastopol, California.Read more -
Sebastopol, California
Laguna de Santa Rosa Loop Trail
4.93.95 mi / 115 ft gainThe Laguna de Santa Rosa Loop Trail offers an enchanting 3.95-mile nature experience just outside of downtown Sebastopol, California. This easy-to-moderate trail provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore the largest freshwater wetlands complex on the northern California coast, making...Read more -
Sebastopol, California
Hilltop Trail Loop
5.00.71 mi / 49 ft gainHilltop Trail Loop is a loop trail in Ragle Ranch Park located near Sebastopol, California. This trail is dog and family-friendly. Ragle Ranch also has a playground for young children as an additional option for before or after hitting the trail.Read more -
Sebastopol, California
Blackberry - Thistle Loop
5.01.45 mi / 69 ft gainThe Blacberry - Thistle Loop is a relatively easy hiking trail at Ragle Ranch park. This trail is used for hiking and running and offers some cover/shade as well as great views of foliage especially in the fall months. This trail is located on the west side of Sebastopol, California. The park i...Read more -
Sebastopol, California
Ragle Ranch Extended Loop
5.01.86 mi / 82 ft gainRagle Ranch Extended Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Sebastopol, CaliforniaRead more