San Rafael, California
Top Stories in and near San Rafael
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Mount Tamalpais, California
A Sunrise Hike on Mt. Tamalpais
We found ourselves in Pacifica CA, known for its legendary September fog that makes you feel like an intruder in the city in the clouds. There celebrating the birth of my first niece, we were in search of a side adventure and planned a trip to Mount Tamalpais State Park, located just north of San...Read more -
Muir Woods, California
Your Guide to Visiting Muir Woods
When you're looking to escape the city, or take a fun day-trip when visiting the Bay Area, you can't go wrong with Muir Woods National Monument, located in Marin County. Only 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, these towering trees will truly take your breath away. Filled with 1,000-year-ol...Read more -
Sausalito, California
Living’s Easy on a Sausalito Houseboat
Last July I took one of the best road trips with a good friend of mine. She was working in Oregon at the time so I flew out to meet her and we road tripped it along my favorite coast! I had worked in the East Bay previously and had spent a little bit of time in Marin County, but not nearly enou...Read more -
Marin County, California
10 Incredible Hikes in Marin County, CA
A handful of us here at The Outbound are based in San Francisco and as you can imagine, a regular dose of the outdoors is crucial to our happiness (and sanity). Lucky for us, we're just a short drive over the Golden Gate Bridge from Marin County, home to hundreds of miles of hiking trails and som...Read more -
Marin County, California
Beyond the Trail: 5 Unique Adventures in Marin County
It's no secret that Marin County, just north of San Francisco, is a happening adventure destination. The terrain—green hills and craggy mountains leading to oceanside cliffs and sandy beaches—is remarkable as it is, but it is made even more noteworthy by its close proximity to a major city. You c...Read more -
Marin County, California
7 Beautiful Spots for Photography in Marin County, CA
With rolling hills in almost every direction, deep redwood forests, a dramatic rocky coast, and 360-degree views of the entire Bay Area, Marin County is a photographer's paradise. Whether you're shooting out at the mighty Pacific or across the Bay to the San Francisco skyline, the view is always ...Read more -
Marin County, California
The Best Camping and Backpacking in Marin County, CA
For our team here in the San Francisco Bay Area, we always feel super lucky to have Marin County as our playground. Not only is it easy striking distance for day trips or dawn patrol trail runs, it also has an astounding variety of beautiful places to camp for the night. You'd be pleasantly surpr...Read more -
9 Gorgeous Beach Adventures in Marin County
Here's the thing about Marin County...no matter how many times you go, it's always a surprise. Whether that is because it's almost inconceivable that so much wild beauty exists within spitting distance of a major city like San Francisco, or because the weather is notoriously unpredictable and you...Read more -
Marin County, California
10 Photos That Will Inspire You to Explore Marin County, CA
After a trail run on the Dipsea Trail in Marin County this past weekend, I was once again blown away at what an amazing gem this region of California is. The rolling green hills and lush redwood forests are especially mesmerizing in the springtime. A short 25-minute drive across the Golden Gate B...Read more -
Marin County, California
7 Dog-Friendly Hikes near Marin County
Between dog parks, "dogs welcome" restaurant patios, and off-leash beaches, they (and their owners) have plenty of reasons to love the city by the bay. Let us add another check mark to the list: dog-friendly hiking in Marin County. Wild beauty reigns supreme across the Golden Gate Bridge, and th...Read more -
Marin County, California
5 Backpacking Adventures North of San Francisco in Marin County
Work hard during the week and play hard on the weekends...sound familiar? There are few places better suited to living the indoor/outdoor lifestyle to the max than San Francisco Bay Area. Snap your laptop closed on Friday afternoon, throw your backpacking gear in the car, and you could be at a b...Read more -
Marin County, California
Escape to Marin for a Winter Weekend Getaway
As a northern latitude dweller, there comes a time each winter where I long to feel the sun on my bare arms and stretch out my legs on a seaside trail. One of my favorite places to escape the chilly doldrums is Marin County, a destination so close to San Francisco that you can practically taste t...Read more -
Marin County, California
Ridge to Bridge: A Fundraising Event for the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council
Ridge to Bridge is an annual fundraiser for the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, a non-profit organization whose mission it is to create a continuous 550+ mile trail for hikers, mountain bicyclists, and equestrians along the ridgelines overlooking San Francisco Bay. Ridge to Bridge, which typica...Read more -
Marin County, California
4 Paddling Adventures in Marin County
California's Marin County is edged in by water on three sides, from the wild coastline of Point Reyes National Seashore to the protected waters of the San Pablo Bay. Just minutes from San Francisco, Marin County is the perfect destination for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. So grab your...Read more -
Marin County, California
5 Marin County Beaches to Explore
Summertime is beach time, as far as we're concerned, and here in San Francisco, we think we're pretty lucky to have the beaches of Marin County in our backyard. But don't think you have to live here to enjoy these...they are absolutely worth traveling for. Marin County's wild shoreline is full of...Read more -
5 Basic Tips for Vanlife Newbies
1. Keep it simple. You don’t need much to get started – in fact, a bed in the back of simple set of wheels goes a long way. There’s so many impressive campervans out there, so many different ways to tailor a conversion to your needs, but - to paraphrase the wise Biggie Smalls – there’s a lot you...Read more