San Francisco Bay Trail
Explore one of the world's most famous coastlines and the vibrant city it is home to
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 97 km
- Ascent
- 743 m
- Descent
- 743 m
San Francisco
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Routes in San Francisco
Fort Funston Beach Loop
Family and dog-friendly loop featuring sea cliffs, wildflowers, a sandy beach, and historic war forts.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Descent
- 60 m
Golden Gate Park Bike Path
Family-friendly bike ride through Golden Gate Park to the beach.
Easy Road Biking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 105 m
- Descent
- 105 m
Coastal Trail: Sutro Heights and Lands End
Fast and mostly flat dirt path with some of San Francisco's most classic coastal views.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 238 m
- Descent
- 238 m
Bay Area Ridge Trail: The Presidio
Cypress forest and ocean views on an urban trail route to the Golden Gate Bridge.
Easy Road Biking
- Distance
- 8.1 km
- Ascent
- 124 m
- Descent
- 124 m
Batteries to Bluffs Loop
Explore history and scenery along the dramatic coastline near the Golden Gate Bridge.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 81 m
- Descent
- 81 m
Coastal Trail: Baker Beach to Golden Gate Bridge
A path that links cliff-top views, sandy beaches, cypress groves, historic war defenses, and the entrance to the Golden Gate Bridge.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5.2 km
- Ascent
- 119 m
- Descent
- 119 m
San Bruno Mountain: Summit Loop Trail
City skyline views from an ecologically diverse mountain in the metro area.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Ascent
- 209 m
- Descent
- 209 m
Guidebooks in San Francisco
12 routes · Hiking
Drink In Gorgeous Views on These San Francisco Hikes
8 routes · Hiking
San Francisco Hikes for the Whole Family
7 routes · Hiking
San Francisco's Best Hikes for Ocean Views
7 routes · Hiking · Road Biking · Trail Running
Easy Nature Outings in San Francisco
5 routes · Trail Running
6 Top Trail Runs in the Bay Area
13 routes · Hiking · Trail Running
Dog-Friendly Hikes near San Francisco
8 routes · Hiking · Road Biking