Your Guide To The Perfect Hiking Destination: Bay Area Edition
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Your Guide To The Perfect Hiking Destination: Bay Area Edition

Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.

Lexie Rosendin
Aug 08, 2016
Loyola Marymount University
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Your Guide To The Perfect Hiking Destination: Bay Area Edition
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There comes a time where you just might not feel like going to the gym a few days a week and would rather do something more adventurous - and that's OK. This article is your guide to building up some cardio while also enjoying the fresh air outdoors!

1. Lands End Trail - San Francisco

Lands End is a popular destination for hikers in the Bay Area. If you're looking to enjoy an easy, laid back hike along the coastline, this is your best bet!

Distance: 2.9 miles

Difficulty: Easy

2. Presidio Bay Area Ridge Trail - San Francisco

This dog-friendly trail will allow you to enjoy the seclusion, while also appreciating the beauty around you.

Distance: 2.8 miles

Difficulty: Easy

3. Pedro Point Headlands - Pacifica

The Pacifica Land Trust has gathered members of the community to help restore the trail, as it was once a site for dirt biking. Although there has been a lot of progress, there is still much more to do. With your involvement, you can help to nurse this trail back to health all while enjoying this beautiful view!

Distance: 2.5 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

4. Stile Ranch Trail at Santa Teresa County Park - San Jose

The best time for the Stile Ranch Trail is in the springtime, as it can be extremely muddy during the winter time! Not to mention, it's also one of the best places to see the beautiful California Poppy!

Distance: 2.6 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

5. Panoramic Hill/Chaparral Peak/Strawberry Canyon Loop - Berkeley

While this hike has a few steep sections, it's important to note that it typically takes hikers anywhere from 2.5 to 3 hours to complete. However, it's a great workout and gives breathtaking views of San Francisco, Oakland, and the Bay!

Distance: 6.7 miles

Difficulty: Difficult

6. Mission Peak Regional Preserve - Fremont

Much like the previous one, this might be a tough hike, but once you reach the top, the view will take your breath away. With the constant uphill climb, it's important to bring a lot of water on this hike (especially during the summer) as there is little shade.

Distance: 5.6 miles

Difficulty: Difficult

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