The Experience
With most of the valley designated as a protected agricultural preserve, there’s an abundance of hiking trails. From a leisurely scenic stroll to a rigorous elevation climb, choose the route that suits you best.
- Picnic blankets and binoculars are available to borrow
- Contact our Itinerary Designers for hike details
Choose Your Adventure
Family-Friendly
With creeks, streams and a variety of flora along the way, even the youngest hikers will be intrigued by their surroundings.
- Lake Marie via Skyline Trail: 6.4 miles, Moderate | 15-minute drive to trailhead
- Rector Reservoir Wildlife Area: 3.4 miles, Moderate | 23-minute drive to trailhead
- Napa River Ecological Reserve Loop: 1.3 miles, Easy | 20-minute drive to trailhead
Dog-Friendly
With rolling vineyards, sweeping meadows and grazing livestock, these trails are conducive to walking and running. Four-legged friends are welcome.
- Alston Park Loop Trail: 2.7 miles, Easy | 14-minute drive to trailhead
- Westwood Hills Park Loop: 2.2 miles, Moderate | 10-minute drive to trailhead
- Three Bridges Vista Point: 4.9 miles, Moderate | 32-minute drive to trailhead
Sunset Views
These trails are beautiful at any time of the day, but as the day winds down, the sinking sun adds another element of beauty.
- Schultz, Ridge, Ridgeline, Marsh and Pig Flat Trail Loop: 7.6 miles, Moderate | 45-minute drive to trailhead
- Fern Lake via Mountain Trail and Vineyard Trail: 5.1 miles, Moderate | 35-minute drive to trailhead
- You-Walk Miwok and Shortcut Trail Loop: .8 miles, Easy | 20-minute drive to trailhead
Picnic Hikes
After a scenic drive, hike to the perfect spot in a sprawling meadow or at the edge of a picturesque lake.
- Trancas Crossing Park Loop:0.9 miles, Easy | 15-minute drive to trailhead
- Lake Ralphine Loop: 2.1 miles, Easy | 53-minute drive to trailhead
- Riverfront Regional Park: 2.3 miles, Easy | 65-minute drive to trailhead
Hidden Gems
Beneath the shade of towering trees, climb 1,200 feet in elevation or stay at sea level where the marsh views fill the horizon with shades of green and blue.
- Dotson Marsh to Point Pinole Pier: 5.8 miles, Moderate | 45-minute drive to trailhead
- Chochenyo, Red Hill and Meadowlark Loop:e 8.5 miles, Moderate | 85-minute drive to trailhead
- Olema Valley Trail: 7.3 miles, Hard | 70-minute drive to trailhead
Coastal Scenery
Standing above the powerful Pacific, the salty air and sounds of crashing waves are naturally invigorating. Hike under the marine layer for cooler temperatures or take a late afternoon walk to watch the sun sink towards the horizon.
- Muir Beach to Rodeo Beach: 11.7miles, Hard | 60-minute drive to trailhead
- Bolinas Point Loop: 2.5 miles, Easy | 85-minute drive to trailhead
- Coastal Trail to Wildcat Camp: 11.1 miles, Moderate | 90-minute drive to trailhead
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